What Meat Should Cats not Eat?

We love our cats and we treat them like babies. And we always make sure that they eat the best and most nutritious foods that keep them healthy. We may sometimes get tempted to give the special treats that may be poisonous to her, especially when giving her meat. Not all forms of meat are good for cats.

There are many different types of meat that are bad for cats. Some meats can cause health problems, while others can be deadly. In this blog post. we will discuss the different types of meat that cats should avoid.

Here is a look at some of the meat cats do not eat:

1. Raw Meat

You might have thought that cats eat raw meat just because you see a wild cat eating raw meat. But the truth is, raw meats of any kind are dangerous to your cat. Uncooked meat contains harmful bacteria such as Salmonella and E. Coli and parasites such as tapeworms. The most common side effect of eating raw meat is vomiting. If your cat eats raw meat, it may also have diarrhea, fever, and digestive problems.

Feed your cat with home-prepared food that is properly-cooked meat to keep him away from the risk of having a parasitic infection and food poisoning. Make sure that this cooked meat contains all the nutrients and minerals and amino acids that the body needs.

2. Canned tuna

Canned tuna is a common food that people feed their cats. However, canned tuna can contain high levels of mercury. Mercury can be toxic to cats and can cause health problems. Aside from not giving them canned tuna, don’t give them raw tuna. You should avoid serving tuna fish as a part of a diet for your cats.

Yes, cats do love the smell of tuna and its fishy taste, but Tuna fish can be fine for cats only as an occasional treat. If you choose to feed your cat canned tuna, make sure to get the tuna that is labeled "for cats" or "low mercury".

3. Liver

The liver is a common ingredient in cat food. However, the liver can contain high levels of vitamin A. Vitamin A can be toxic to cats and cause health problems. The cat may show symptoms like deformed bones, osteoporosis, and bone growth on the spine and elbows. In severe cases, it can also lead to death.

Giving cats a bite-size of the liver is fine, but eating too much liver is poisonous to them. If you choose to feed your cat liver, make sure it is in a small amount and rarely served.

4. Fat trimmings

Fat trimmings from meat can cause pancreatitis in cats. Pancreatitis is a serious health condition that can be fatal. Cats may also suffer from vomiting, intestine upset, and diarrhea. If you choose to feed your cat fat trimmings, make sure to remove all of the fat from the meat first.

5. Cooked bones

Cooked bones can splinter and rupture your cat's digestive tract. They can also cause choking and blockages. If your cat eats cooked bones, they may also have constipation, vomiting, and abdominal pain. This is so uncomfortable and painful for a cat to handle.

6. Chicken bones

Chicken bones can splinter and cause choking or stomach problems. One may think that chicken bones are safe for cats since they are small, but they can be very dangerous. If you feed your cat chicken. make sure to remove the bones first.

7. Raw fish

Just like raw meat, raw fish contains bacteria that can make your cat sick. It can also contain parasites that can cause health problems. Raw fish contains an enzyme that destroys thiamine, an important vitamin for cats. Loss of thiamine in cats' body cause neurological problems and death. If you choose to feed it fish, make sure to cook it first.

8. Raw Eggs

We mentioned earlier that giving cats raw meat will put them at risk of getting salmonella. Just to add to that information, giving cats raw eggs will also put them to risk of getting avidin. Avidin is a protein found in raw egg whites that interferes with the absorption of your cat's body of the B Vitamins. This will cause cat fur and skin problems.

Aside from that, their tummies will get upset and will cause them to vomit and have diarrhea. It is not a surprise that your cat will try to break an egg and eat it. You better keep the eggs away from the cat’s sight.

Conclusion

Cats are cute pets that many people love. However, it is important to be aware of the different types of meat that are bad for cats. Some meat can cause health problems, while others can be deadly. In this article, we have discussed the different types of meat that cats should avoid. Give your cat a safe type of meat to avoid any health problems.

If cats have consumed any of these and have shown signs and symptoms of food poisoning or sickness, quickly call a vet for you to be assisted on how to cure it at home. If worst symptoms show, bring your cat to the nearest vet clinic to have him monitored and treated via IV fluids and other medication.