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Cats & What They Can Eat

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Woman feeding cat a peach at home.

They may be interested in sweet food, but that does not mean they crave sweet food.

Curious cat watching as pet parent waters their pepper plant.

We detail the latest research.

Cat on the table looking at jar of honey.

What’s good for the pet parent isn’t always good for their kitty.

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Orange cat staring at a glass of milk on the table.

Yes... but should they?

Woman making smoothie with spinach around her cat at home.

It’s jam-packed with vitamins, after all.

Woman cooking bacon in the kitchen while her black cat begs.

They seem awfully interested in meal prep.

Smiling woman caressing adorable Jack Russell Terrier while sitting at table and having morning meal.

If they’re even interested, that is.

Gray cat looking at breakfast food on the table.

Breakfast, anyone?

Cat trying to steal breakfast off the counter.

They’ll be happy with this answer.

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A cute kitty curious of the pumpkins on the kitchen table being carved for halloween.

 ’Tis the season.

Two cats sniffing an onion on the kitchen counter.

Nope. Here’s why.

Cat on the kitchen table sniffing kiwi in a fruit bowl.

If they want some, that is.

Cat playing with peas on the dining room table.

And what you should consider in their everyday diet.

A kitten sniffing a ripe half of an avocado in a bowl

Just don’t get out the guacamole bowl.

A woman eating peanut butter toast with her cat laying on the table

The sweet-and-salty treat is OK in moderation.

Grey cat eats a strawberry

Yes, strawberries are a nutritious treat for dogs.

Gray cat sniffs ripe grapes, raspberries and strawberries on plate.

One of the sweetest summer treats.

Woman eating lemon cake with her gray cat in her lap.

They don’t go for citrus the same way you do. Here’s why.

Cat sniffing bowl of cherries.

Hopefully the answer is yes, because telling them no is the pits.

woman holding out popsicle to her cat

They want to cool down, too!

Cat sniffing bowl of peaches on table.

Fat-peach season at the farmers’ market is upon us.

Cat curious about a bowl of oranges on the table.

The question should be: Do they want to?

White blue-eyed cat looking at pineapple on the table.

It’s the season of tropical-fruit salads after all.

Orange cat sniffing cut up mango fruit.

It is the perfect healthy treat for you, but what about them?

Woman and her cat sniffing at cooked pork chop on the counter.

They want in on those barbecue bites...

Woman eats ice cream with her cat at the beach.

They just want a little treat.

cat with a person eating a hot dog

Find out of if your kitty can come to the barbecue this summer.

Woman offering broccoli to her black cat.

They shouldn’t share your broccoli cheddar soup, but...

Orange cat looking at peanuts on table.

They’re not technically dangerous, but they’re not ideal.

Cat sniffing French fries on dinner table.

They just want a little bite...

Cat eating cucumber.

We already know they’re scared of them, thanks to all those YouTube videos.

Woman feeding her cat buttered toast for breakfast.

 Butter isn’t toxic to your cat—but despite what they tell you, they really shouldn’t eat it.

Detail Of Cat Licking Yogurt From Jar On Balcony.

A small amount is fine—but keep a close eye on the ingredients list.

Woman feeding cat a peach at home.

They may be interested in sweet food, but that does not mean they crave sweet food.

Dog sniffing Baked raspberry pie on dining room table.

Here’s how to celebrate safely with your pet as you gather with friends and family.

Curious cat watching as pet parent waters their pepper plant.

We detail the latest research.

Two grey cats eating dog food from a plate while a brown dog looks on with jealousy

It shouldn’t be their main course. Here’s why.

Cat on the table looking at jar of honey.

What’s good for the pet parent isn’t always good for their kitty.

Orange cat staring at a glass of milk on the table.

Yes... but should they?

Woman making smoothie with spinach around her cat at home.

It’s jam-packed with vitamins, after all.

A cat staring at a peeled banana

Gwen Stefani taught us how to spell it, but can we feed this fruit to our cats?

Gray cat looking at breakfast food on the table.

Breakfast, anyone?

Cat trying to steal breakfast off the counter.

They’ll be happy with this answer.

A cute kitty curious of the pumpkins on the kitchen table being carved for halloween.

 ’Tis the season.

Two cats sniffing an onion on the kitchen counter.

Nope. Here’s why.

Cat on the kitchen table sniffing kiwi in a fruit bowl.

If they want some, that is.

Cat playing with peas on the dining room table.

And what you should consider in their everyday diet.

A kitten sniffing a ripe half of an avocado in a bowl

Just don’t get out the guacamole bowl.

A woman eating peanut butter toast with her cat laying on the table

The sweet-and-salty treat is OK in moderation.

Grey cat eats a strawberry

Yes, strawberries are a nutritious treat for dogs.

Gray cat sniffs ripe grapes, raspberries and strawberries on plate.

One of the sweetest summer treats.

Woman eating lemon cake with her gray cat in her lap.

They don’t go for citrus the same way you do. Here’s why.

Cat sniffing bowl of cherries.

Hopefully the answer is yes, because telling them no is the pits.

woman holding out popsicle to her cat

They want to cool down, too!

Cat sniffing bowl of peaches on table.

Fat-peach season at the farmers’ market is upon us.

White blue-eyed cat looking at pineapple on the table.

It’s the season of tropical-fruit salads after all.

Orange cat sniffing cut up mango fruit.

It is the perfect healthy treat for you, but what about them?

Orange cat looking at peanuts on table.

They’re not technically dangerous, but they’re not ideal.

A beautiful fat white cat sniffs a wicker basket of sweet potatoes.

Yep—but the plainer, the better. Here’s why.

Cat sniffing a piece of chocolate cake.

No, no, no. Absolutely not. Here’s why.

Woman feeding her cat buttered toast for breakfast.

 Butter isn’t toxic to your cat—but despite what they tell you, they really shouldn’t eat it.

Detail Of Cat Licking Yogurt From Jar On Balcony.

A small amount is fine—but keep a close eye on the ingredients list.

Cat is interested of fresh cooked shrimp.

They definitely want to...

Woman Sitting On Couch Petting Cat, drinking hot cocoa with marshmallows.

These puffy delights are non-toxic to our puffy delights (aka cats) but that doesn’t mean they should have s’more (get it?).

an orange and brown cat nibbles corn on the cob

A few kernels won’t hurt, but think twice before doling out a bowl of the stuff.

Woman feeding her puffy cat at the table.

We know they’re begging—but what’s safe to share?

A cute gray cat lies next to candles and cinnamon sticks on a beige bedspread.

You love the spice in your mulled wine and cider. Learn if your cat can enjoy it.

a woman eats breakfast with pomegranate while her cat sits on her lap

Vets want them to steer clear. Here’s why.

Man feeding small white and gray cat a chicken wing.

Careful — cooked chicken is way safer for your kitty.

Domestic Black Cat Begging for Tomatoes.

A little tomato’s safe — with some important caveats.

A Birma Kat Smells Fresh Fish On A Board Ready To Be Cooked.

It’s a classic kitty snack, but don’t go overboard.

Man feeding rice to cat with chopsticks at dinner table

A warm bowl of rice is your cat’s version of comfort food.

Two girls have a sleepover with a fluffy cat and a bowl of popcorn.

They want to enjoy movie night, too, you know.

Crop hand holding carrot and feeding cat

Learn whether your little Bugs Bunny can crunch on the veggie.

Cat laying on his side with catnip around him, on the kitchen table licking his lips.

They’re definitely pulling for the answer to be an emphatic “yes,” but...not so fast.


a cat stares at green grapes on a plate

This is one you’ll want to bookmark.

Cat behind a curtain attempting to get fruit in blue bowl

Pass the fruit bowl — it’s treat time.

White kitten with tongue out next to slices of watermelon

Yes, watermelon is a nutritious treat for cats.

Woman with tattoos eating noodles on the couch with her cat

It’s a human cooking staple, but your cat shouldn’t indulge.

Blonde woman holding cat trying to feed it ham

Skip the green eggs, but ham is OK — with a couple caveats.

Two grey cats eating swiss cheese off of slices of bread while sitting on a table

Save the charcuterie for the humans.

Cat eating from a plate of raspberries and blueberries

Go ahead and serve up the superfood — with a couple caveats.

A gray Sphynx cat sniffing an apple slice held out by her owner while standing on a table next to a glass of wine

Yes, but the fruit might not hold much a-peel.

Dark grey cat eating two slices of break laid on top of a wooden railing of an outdoor deck

Go ahead and give your carb-loving cat a few bites, but don’t hand over the bread basket.

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