The aim of this article is to discuss the foods that are generally toxic to cats.
TOXIC FOODS
| Onion, scallion, and garlic | They can damage red blood cells and lead to anemia. |
| Foods like lemons, limes, pomelo, and grapefruit | The citrus it contains is poisonous, any fruit with high citrus content should not be consumed. |
| Raw eggs and raw meat | They can cause Salmonella or E. coli poisoning which can infect humans as well. |
| Bone | It is non-toxic, but it can block the windpipe, cause obstruction or damage to the digestive organs. |
| Milk and dairy (excluding homemade yogurt) | These are non-toxic. Contrary to common belief, cats cannot digest lactose and they will experience diarrhea (it is risky for kittens). |
| Liver | If consumed excessively, it can cause vitamin A poisoning, but there is no harm in consuming it in small amounts. |
| Raw dough (especially those that contain yeast) | It will continue to swell in the stomach, so there will be serious indigestion as well as alcohol production in the stomach. |
| Chocolate | It is toxic as it contains Methylxanthine. |
| Caffeine (including coffee, tea, coke and energy drinks) | They are toxic as it contains Methylxanthine. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol is a serious toxin for cats, even small amounts should be strictly avoided. |
| Grape or raisin | The reason is still unknown. However, it should be avoided as consuming even a small amount can cause kidney failure. |
| Medicines not recommended by your veterinarian | Since cats are not small people, using your own medicine on cats can poison them. |
| Some houseplants | This topic will be covered in detail in the article named harmful houseplants. |
| Some vegetables and fruits (especially their leaves and seeds) | It is useful not to go beyond the vegetables and fruits that are healthy for cats. |
SYMPTOMS OF POISONING
- Drooling or salivation
- Cough
- Diarrhea and vomiting
- Twitching or seizures
- Breathing irregularities (fast or difficult breathing)
- Coma
- Skin inflammation or swelling
- Stomach ache
- Shock
- Unsteady gait
- Depression / weight loss
- Drinking lots of water and urinating frequently
- Jaundice or pale appearance
- Irregular heartbeat
- Weakness in general
- Fever
- Loss of appetite
If you suspect your cat has been poisoned, take it to the nearest veterinary clinic without delay.