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Can Cats Eat Dog Food? Is The Nutritional Value the Same?

Chyrle Bonk, DVM — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 04:54:27 +0000

With many similarities, many pet owners often wonder if it’s okay for cats to eat dog food. After all, many of the ingredients are the same. The short answer is yes, it’s okay for your cat to have the occasional bite of dog food. It won’t cause any toxicities. However, cats can not eat dog …

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Can Cats Eat Bread? will it hurt them?

Chyrle Bonk, DVM — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 04:45:10 +0000

There’s nothing quite as tasty as a slice of fresh, warm bread or a sandwich served on thick-cut bread. Your cat won’t disagree. But should your kitty partake in this carbohydrate feast? Is bread safe for cats? In short, plain bread isn’t toxic to cats, but that doesn’t mean that it should be part of …

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Can Cats Eat Cucumbers? Do They Even Like It?

Chyrle Bonk, DVM — Sat, 11 Dec 2021 14:25:26 +0000

What is it about cats and cucumbers? This pairing was made famous by numerous YouTube videos where owners repeatedly surprise their feline friends with this green fruit (trust me, it is, just like a tomato is a fruit). While hilarious, it may have some of you wondering if cats can eat cucumbers, or are they …

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Ask a Vet: What Can Cats Drink (Besides Water)?

Chyrle Bonk, DVM — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:42:30 +0000

All mammals need water, including your cat, but you may find yourself wondering if there are other liquids out there that your cat can drink as well. While water is an essential nutrient and the best way to hydrate your cat, let’s look at other things that are okay for your cat to drink. What …

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Can Cats Eat Baby Food? Is It Really Safe?

Chyrle Bonk, DVM — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:31:32 +0000

You’ve probably referred to your cat, more than once, as your baby. So, why not feed them baby food? The truth is cats can eat baby food depending on the ingredients and, of course, in moderation. Baby food can be very nutritious and offer an appealing taste and texture for those picky eaters or kitties …

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Can Cats Eat Spinach? What Will It do to them?

Chyrle Bonk, DVM — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 07:50:25 +0000

Spinach is a common food found on healthy eaters’ plates, but does it have a place in your cat’s food bowl? Spinach isn’t toxic to our feline friends and can provide many health benefits. However, spinach isn’t food meant for every cat and should be given with caution to cats with specific health concerns. What …

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Can Cats Eat Pistachios? Will it kill them?

Chyrle Bonk, DVM — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 07:49:04 +0000

As with most nuts, pistachios aren’t toxic to cats. But that doesn’t mean they should be a part of their regular diet. While they offer many health benefits to humans and are tasty to boot, they are NOT a great treat for your cat. Why Your Cat Shouldn’t Have Pistachios Pistachios shouldn’t be part of …

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Can Cats Eat Olives? What Will happen if they do?

Chyrle Bonk, DVM — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 07:47:43 +0000

Besides being a tasty topping for pizza or a salad, olives by themselves make a great snack for us humans. But should your feline friend be privy to this black or green fruit? Olives are not considered toxic to cats, but they’re not considered an everyday treat either. Should olives become a part of your cat’s diet? …

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Can Cats Eat Ketchup? Will It Hurt Them?

Chyrle Bonk, DVM — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 03:39:08 +0000

Ketchup may be an all-American human food that we love to douse our hamburgers in or slop over our french fries. Some people may even eat ketchup at every meal. Even though ketchup is a popular condiment for us, it should not be a part of your cat’s diet. While ketchup isn’t necessarily toxic to …

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Can Cats Eat Parsley? Is It Really Healthy For Them?

Chyrle Bonk, DVM — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 03:38:07 +0000

Parsley is a popular herb that is used to flavor a wide variety of human dishes. Not only does it add a tasty touch to food, but it also has some surprising health benefits. But should your cat partake in parsley as part of their regular meal? While parsley in small quantities is ok for …

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