As a new cat owner, are you also confused about your cat's diet? What can cats eat? What can't cats eat? What foods are fatal to cats? Don't worry, this article will take you to learn more about cat food taboos and list 30 foods that cats cannot eat, to help you better care for your beloved cat.

I. Why Can't Cats Eat These Foods?

Cats, as carnivores, have a different digestive system than humans and cannot digest certain foods. Some foods not only cannot be digested and absorbed by cats, but also pose serious health risks, even fatal, to their health.

1. Digestive System Problems: Cats have a relatively short digestive system and lack enzymes to break down certain foods. For example, dairy products can cause diarrhea and bloating in cats because they lack lactase to digest lactose.
2. Poisoning Risk: Some foods contain substances that are toxic to cats, such as theobromine in chocolate, sulfides in onions and garlic, etc., which can damage cats' livers and kidneys.
3. Allergic Reactions: Some cats are allergic to certain foods, such as seafood and fish, which can cause skin problems, vomiting and diarrhea in cats.

II. Cat Food Taboo List: 30 Foods That Cats Should Never Eat

Here is a list of 30 foods that cats cannot eat, covering common foods and some easily overlooked types.

1. Human Foods:

Chocolate
Onions and Garlic
Grapes and Raisins
Nuts (including almonds, walnuts, peanuts, etc.)
Caffeinated drinks (coffee, tea, cola, etc.)
Alcoholic beverages
High-salt foods
Raw meat and raw fish
Pickled and smoked meats
High-sugar foods (desserts, cakes, etc.)
Bones (especially chicken bones and fish bones)
Avocado
Corn
Mushrooms
Avocado
Raw eggs
Raw chicken and raw fish
Yeast
Milk and dairy products

2. Plant-based Foods:

Allium plants (including onions, garlic, chives, scallions, etc.)
Solanaceae plants (including tomatoes, potatoes, etc.)
Legumes (including soybeans, mung beans, red beans, etc.)
Celery
Spinach

3. Others:

Tobacco
Pesticides
Medications (Do not give cats any medication without the direction of a veterinarian)

III. How to Tell If a Cat Has Eaten Forbidden Food?

If your cat has eaten any of the foods listed above, observe its behavior and condition closely. The following symptoms may indicate that your cat is poisoned:

Vomiting
Diarrhea
Lethargy
Difficulty breathing
Frequent urination
Mouth ulcers
Abdominal pain
Seizures

If your cat shows any of the above symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately and inform them of the type and time of the food your cat has eaten.

IV. How to Avoid Cats Eating Forbidden Food

Keep all foods that cats cannot eat out of reach of cats.
Do not discard food scraps where cats can access them.
Make sure your cats cannot open the trash can.
Do not give cats human food when they eat.
Do not feed your cat any food that has not been approved by your veterinarian.

V. Summary

Cats' health needs our careful care, and understanding cat food taboos is the responsibility of cat lovers. Hopefully this article can help you better understand your cat's dietary needs and avoid your cat from eating poisonous foods. If you have any questions, please consult a professional veterinarian.

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