Can Cats EatPork?

Safe
Other Names / Similar Items:swine, hog
Scientific Name:Sus scrofa domesticus

Benefits

  • Pork can provide taurine, which is essential for maintaining healthy vision, digestion, heart muscle function, and immunity in cats.

Risks

  • Pork has a high fat and salt content, which can contribute to weight gain, obesity, and dehydration.
  • It can also trigger pancreatitis if consumed in large amounts.
  • Raw pork may contain parasites that can make cats sick.

Suggestions

  • Feed pork to cats only in moderation, ensuring it is boneless, plain, and cooked.
  • Avoid making it a regular part of their diet due to its high fat and salt content.
Note: even if labeled as safe, any food can potentially cause allergies. When introducing a new food, please feed a small amount and observe your cat for any allergic reactions.