What do cats eat
Forms of cat food available in the market
There are a variety of forms of cat food, and here are some of these types:
Dry food
Dry food contains a lot of natural ingredients useful for cats' bodies from cereals and their derivatives, meat, dairy products and fiber.Semi-wet food
In semi-moist food, meat and its derivatives are the main
component of such food, and the mois ture content is approximately 50-60%, and
it is also of average cost, and it can contain quantities of sugar or salt in
larger quantities than dry food, and it also contains chemicals to preserve
food and added colors.
Canned food
In canned food, the humidity is about 70%,[4] It is the
preferred type among cats, and the most expensive among other species, and this
type is characterized by its diversity and the possibility of containing
several varieties, and canned food is characterized by preserving food for
larger periods than other species. This form of food can cause some gum
disease in cats.
Suitable food for cats
There are many types of food suitable for cats, which are
easy to prepare and serve at home, including the following.
Red meat
Cats naturally like to eat Red meat, which must be served to
it cooked, either grilled, cooked, or boiled, alone or with sauce (meat broth),
and may be added to it a little mashed potatoes to increase the percentage of
potassium in her body, and to reduce the odors of urine emitted by her at
home.
Liver
Many people are keen
to provide the liver to cats because they know how much cats love it; it is
able to eat a large amount of cooked liver, in addition to that, it is an
essential source of nutrition for the cat with essential vitamins and
minerals.
White meat
Chicken, rabbits, and fish, for example, chicken meat is the
favorite food of the majority of cats, if it is served to them cooked, grilled
or chopped, they enjoy eating it very much, and white meat is the source of
supplying cats with the calcium necessary to build their body, as well as fish
provides them with many nutrients such as phosphorus, proteins, and
vitamins.
Spinach
It is a source of many
vitamins such as vitamin A, K, C, and is rich in iron and calcium, and spinach
works to protect the lining of the digestive system from damage caused by
infections, but if the cat has problems in the urinary system, such as
calcified stones in the bladder, you should avoid feeding it to him.
Eggs
Eggs are a good source of protein andVitamin B, as it should
be given to the cat cooked.
Cantaloupe
Cantamel contains a
high percentage of antioxidants, and it also contains beta-carotene, which
helps maintain eye and skin health..
bananas
Bananas are high in potassium and soluble fiber, making them
a healthy snack for cats.
Oats
Oats are an important source of energy and vitamin B.
Bread
Bread is a good source of protein and fiber, but care must be
taken in the amount given, as it should be small so as not to cause
diarrhea.
Apple
Apples are high in
fiber andVitamin C, which makes it a suitable food, taking into account the
removal of the outer shell.
Mulberries
Berries are a good
source of vitamins A and C.
Peas
pea plant contains vitamin A, C, and fiber.
Food harmful to cats
There are many foods that pose a risk to the health of cats, including.
Onion and garlic
Giving cats foods
containing onions and garlic is very dangerous because they contain sulfur
compounds, which may cause the breakdown of red blood cells, leading to anemia.
Raw eggs
Be careful to cook eggs before serving them to anyone to
ensure that they are free of salmonella bacteria, and egg whites contain
avidin, which works to stop the absorption of vitamin B.
Alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic beverages
cause many problems for cats, including alcohol poisoning that can ruin their
lives.
Caffeine
Caffeine increases the
amount of urine, excites the nervous system, and speeds up the heartbeat, and
chocolate is considered one of the harmful substances for cats because it
contains caffeine and theobromine, which may cause the death of the cat.
Raw fats
Meat and fish fats are
one of the most harmful foods for cats because of the problems they may cause
from vomiting, diarrhea and inflammation in the pancreas, as raw fats contain
an infinite number of salmonella bacteria, so you should avoid offering them to
cats, especially the skin.
Grapes and raisins
Raisins are one of the
harmful foods for cats due to the possibility of sudden kidney failure for
cats, and the most important symptoms that may appear on the cat within 24
hours of eating grapes and raisins: diarrhea, lack of appetite, weakness, and
lack of urination.
Candy
is one of the substances harmful to cats because it contains
xylitol (English: Xylitol), which can cause an increase in blood sugar, and a
failure in liver function, and symptoms that may appear on cats are vomiting
and lethargy.
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