Is it normal for cats to eat weird things?
“There are many cats who are attracted to what we would conventionally consider ‘odd’ foods for cats,” says Michele Forbes, D.V.M., a veterinarian and co-owner of Compassionate Care Animal Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. “Yes, they are obligate carnivores, which means they need protein in their diets to survive.
Why does my cat like watermelon so much?
And even though it’s highly theorized that cats lack sweet taste receptors, the lure to the watermelon slice may be for the fruit’s high water content, not for its sweetness. (Note: keep kitty away from the seeds as they aren’t so good for your cat.) Some cats, however, are attracted to non-foods, like plastic bags and paper.
What should I do if my cat ate a bug?
The occasion “meal” of unlucky bugs by your cat is usually harmless. However, if your cat shows any signs of ill health after eating a bug, such as vomiting, drooling or staggering, call your veterinarian pronto. “Don’t hesitate to call your veterinarian and say, ‘My cat just ate a lightning bug or killed and ate part of a mouse. Is that OK?’”
Why does my cat keep chewing on paper?
For some cats, chewing on or eating inedible items like paper (a condition called pica) … could be due to a neurological condition, an underlying medical condition or a possible lack of environmental enrichment.
What kind of cat food should a 2 month old kitten eat?
At two months old a kitten should be eating kitten-tailored cat food as it is generally more calorific then adult food to support growth. something like Royal Canin Kitten or W hiskas Kitten wet (the Royal Canin is higher quality but does cost more).
Can a 2 month old kitten digest milk?
At 2 months old your kitten can already digest solid foods. After weaning (that is, when they no longer get milk from their mother’s teat), most mammals, including kittens lose the ability to properly digest milk (specifically lactose).
And even though it’s highly theorized that cats lack sweet taste receptors, the lure to the watermelon slice may be for the fruit’s high water content, not for its sweetness. (Note: keep kitty away from the seeds as they aren’t so good for your cat.) Some cats, however, are attracted to non-foods, like plastic bags and paper.
“There are many cats who are attracted to what we would conventionally consider ‘odd’ foods for cats,” says Michele Forbes, D.V.M., a veterinarian and co-owner of Compassionate Care Animal Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. “Yes, they are obligate carnivores, which means they need protein in their diets to survive.
