Cat Food

Yes, cats can occasionally eat sesame seeds. Sesame seeds come from the flowering plant of the same name, belonging to the genus Sesamum. The edible seeds grow in pods, and are transformed into oil and used as a common ingredient in many cuisines throughout the world. Unhulled sesame seeds come in a golden brown colour,… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Sesame Seeds?

It is not recommended for cats to eat dog treats. Dogs and cats are two entirely different creatures, the former being omnivores and the latter being obligate carnivores. As such, their bodies need different types of food to function well.  Dog treats are developed using ingredients that are safe and nutritious for canine pets. These… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Dog Treats?

Yes, cats can eat catmint. Just like the catnip, catmint is a flowering plant that belongs under the Nepeta genus and Lamiaceae family. Though many people mistake them to be exactly the same, the two are different plants. Catmint is Nepeta mussinii, while catnip is Nepeta cataria. Cats can safely nibble on catmint as it… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Catmint?

Yes, cats can eat chia seeds in moderation. Coming from the flowering plant Salvia hispanica of the mint family, chia seeds are edible seeds that are oval in shape and black or white in colour. When soaked in liquid, these tiny seeds form a gel-like coating, absorbing as much as 12 times their weight.  Chia… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Chia Seeds?

Yes, cats can eat plain and shelled sunflower seeds in small amounts. Sunflower seeds are harvested from sunflower heads, with one head being able to contain up to 2,000 seeds. The edible seeds are contained in hard, striped shells in black and white colours.  Sunflower seeds have a mild, nutty flavour and are available in… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Sunflower Seeds?

Yes, cats can eat quinoa. Belonging to the amaranth family, quinoa consists of edible seeds taken from the quinoa flowering plant. It is a pseudocereal that is used in the same way as grains. Quinoa seeds are packed with protein, dietary fiber, B vitamins, and dietary minerals—some of which are even higher compared to other… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Quinoa?

Yes, cats can eat vegetable oil in small quantities. Also known as vegetable fats, vegetable oils are extracted from a variety of plant-based sources: seeds, nuts, cereal grains, and fruits. Vegetable oil is sold as a mixture of different oils, so it may not always clearly state which plants have been used.  Since cats need… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Vegetable Oil?

Yes, cats can eat white rice but only in limited amounts. Known for its clean and polished appearance, white rice is milled and does not have its husk, bran, and germ. The process of making white rice takes away several essential vitamins and dietary minerals that are found in brown rice. That is why when… Continue reading Can Cats Eat White Rice?

Yes, cats can eat ryegrass in small quantities.  Ryegrass is one type of cat grass that feline pets can nibble on in limited amounts. Grazing on grass may seem like a peculiar cat behaviour, but in reality, it’s actually a safe way for her to induce vomiting after eating a protein-rich meal. Thanks to its… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Ryegrass?

Cats should not eat mayonnaise because of its nutritional content. Mayonnaise is a thick, creamy sauce that’s made by emulsifying oil, egg yolk, and an acid—which can either be vinegar or lemon juice. It is commonly used as a spread, a dipping sauce, a salad dressing, or a base for other sauces. Mayonnaise is not… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Mayonnaise?

Yes, cats can eat pork mince occasionally, but only if it’s cooked and unseasoned. Minced pork is pork meat that has been chopped finely into smaller pieces. The mincing process is done with the help of a meat grinder, a mincing machine, or a knife. The meat used for pork mince is usually the pork… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Pork Mince?

It is not recommended for cats to eat curry powder as well as dishes made with it. Curry is a sauce-based dish made using various spices. The spices used depend on which country it is from. Best eaten with rice, the flavour-packed dish can be accompanied by meat, seafood, and vegetables including onions. A curry… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Curry?