Can cats eat gingerbread as treats?

Gingerbread cookies are delicious, especially during the holidays, and your cat might show interest.

When offering treats to your cat, especially human food, make sure it’s safe for them.

Sadly, gingerbread cookies are not a suitable treat for your cat.

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Healthy treats for cats

Cats enjoy special treats, but it’s crucial to provide healthy and safe options.

You can try offering blueberries, carrots, cooked meat, pumpkin, or other cat-safe treats from your kitchen.

You can also buy cat treats from a pet store or online, but check labels for artificial preservatives, flavors, or additives to ensure they’re healthy.

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Goodies to avoid

We want to treat our cats, but it’s essential to ensure the treats are safe and non-toxic.

Foods like raisins, chocolate, and grapes are harmful to pets and should be avoided

If your cat accidentally eats something toxic, you can call the ASPCA Poison Control Center for immediate guidance on what to do.

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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence