Human foods which are harmmful to cats. Be careful.

@tjades (3590)
Jamaica
April 13, 2009 11:06pm CST
I was doing some online searches today when I came across some information about common human foods which are toxic to cats. I was surprised as I had no idea these foods would be harmful to cats. Two in particular are onions and garlic which are said to contain certain substances which destroys the red blood cells in cats which leads to anemia. Others may upset their stomach while others make them gassy. Here's the link: http://cats.about.com/cs/catfood/a/humanfood.htm Were you aware of all this? Cats are such loud and persistent beggars I usually just give them some of the family meal. Do you do the same or do you keep your cat(s) on a strict cat's food diet?
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@wakinsey (141)
• United States
15 Apr 09
I learned that cat food is best from when I was young. Usually if you start giving them people food, they will reject the cat food.
@tjades (3590)
• Jamaica
15 Apr 09
Thats true. They are so persuasive though that we (at home) always end up sharing our food with them. Guess that puts them incharge uh.
@pyewacket (43903)
• United States
15 Apr 09
Hi tjades. Yup, I've been aware quite a long time about certain foods which are toxic to pets, especially cats. For instance I've always known chocolate is a real no-no for cats, same with tomatoes. There are many plants which are toxic to cats and dogs as well. Thanks for sharing this info though. More people should be aware of it.
@tjades (3590)
• Jamaica
15 Apr 09
We really should do better at educating ourselves about our pets and their health. Seems we take so much for granted and unintentionally hurt those poor animals. Happy mylotting pyewacket.
@tuyakiki (3016)
• India
14 Apr 09
Hi!! Thanks you very much for sharing this information. I don't follow any diet for my cat.I gave it some of my family meals.But it is harmful..Now onwards I must consult an animal doctor and follow the diet chart given by him.
@tjades (3590)
• Jamaica
15 Apr 09
You are welcome tuya. It certainly surprised me when I started reading. Poor cats