Cooked cabbage is easier for cats to digest and less likely to cause stomach upset. Image: freestocks.org/Pexels
Can I feed my cat cabbages?
Felines are carnivorous, so they usually don’t eat vegetables. But some cats may like cabbage. Is this a good idea?
Cooked cabbage is easier for cats to digest and less likely to cause stomach upset. Image: freestocks.org/Pexels
Cats are carnivorous, so they usually don’t eat vegetables.
Some cats may like cabbage.
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It can be given to cats in small amounts.
It can provide vitamins and be a treat for your cat.
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Are cabbages healthy for cats?
Cooked cabbage is safe for cats in moderation.
Shred it before feeding it to your cat.
Thiocyanate in raw cabbage can be harmful to the thyroid gland.
Cooking it reduces thiocyanate levels and makes it safer for long-term consumption.
Cooked cabbage is easier for cats to digest and less likely to cause stomach upset.
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Introduce this vegetable to your cat’s diet gradually and in small amounts.
Feed it plain without seasonings or additives.
Avoid cabbage-based dishes like coleslaw, which may contain ingredients unsuitable for cats, such as onions, salt, and sugar.
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