Can Cats Eat?

Cat food guide

Cats can have tiny amounts of plain tuna occasionally, but it should not become a main diet.

Cat food guide

Plain cooked egg can be safe for some cats in very small amounts, but avoid raw egg and seasoning.

Cat food guide

Cheese is a caution food for cats because many cats do not tolerate dairy well.

Cat food guide

Milk is not recommended for most cats because many adult cats are lactose intolerant.

Cat food guide

Plain cooked chicken can be generally safe for cats in small amounts when boneless, skinless, and unseasoned.

Cat food guide

Plain cooked rice is not usually a toxicity concern for cats, but cats are obligate carnivores and only need small amounts if any.

Cat food guide

A tiny piece of banana is usually not a toxicity concern for cats, but most cats do not need sugary fruit.

Cat food guide

Cats can eat a tiny amount of apple flesh, but remove seeds, core, and stem.

Cat food guide

Cats should not eat grapes or raisins. Because risk is uncertain and potentially serious, call a vet if exposure happens.

Cat food guide

No. Chocolate is unsafe for cats and can cause serious symptoms.

Cat food guide

No. Onions are unsafe for cats and can damage red blood cells.

Cat food guide

No. Garlic is unsafe for cats and concentrated garlic can be especially risky.

Cat food guide

Plain cooked salmon can be okay for some cats in small amounts, but avoid raw, smoked, seasoned, or bony pieces.

Cat food guide

Yogurt is a caution food for cats because dairy may upset their stomachs and sweeteners can be unsafe.

Cat food guide

Plain cooked carrot in tiny pieces is usually safe, but cats do not need vegetables as treats.

Cat food guide

A blueberry or two is usually not a toxicity concern for cats, but fruit should only be an occasional tiny treat.

Cat food guide

Plain baked bread is usually not a toxicity concern in tiny amounts, but it is not useful nutrition for cats.

Cat food guide

Xylitol-free peanut butter is usually not a toxicity concern in tiny amounts, but it is sticky, fatty, and not a good cat treat.

Cat food guide

Cats should avoid tomato plants and green tomatoes. Ripe tomato flesh is not a useful cat treat.

Cat food guide

Plain cooked potato is not usually toxic in tiny amounts, but raw, green, fried, or seasoned potatoes should be avoided.