Cat Food

No, cats should not eat black pepper. Black pepper is a seasoning that comes from peppercorn, a flowering vine from the Piperaceae family. Due to its flavour, the ground, dried, and cooked peppercorns are used in the culinary world as a spice. The spicy heat comes from the substance piperine. This is different from capsaicin… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Black Pepper?

Yes, cats can eat olives in moderation, but only pitted and plainly cooked varieties. The olive fruit comes from the tree of the same name, which is a shrub belonging to the Oleaceae family. Olives are prized in the Mediterranean region because the fruits are transformed into olive oil and used for many dishes. Raw… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Olives?

It is not recommended for cats to eat lemongrass. Also known as oil grass, lemongrass is a plant that comes from the Poaceae family. It is used by humans for aromatherapy, medicinal, and culinary purposes. According to the ASPCA, the leafy plant contains toxic principles such as essential oils and cyanogenic glycosides.  Simply nibbling on… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Lemongrass?

It is not recommended for cats to eat Spam because of its fat and sodium content.  Manufactured by Hormel Foods Corporation, Spam is a popular cooked and canned luncheon meat product. It is made using pork shoulder and ham, which can technically be eaten by cats in small amounts occasionally. However, it is Spam’s other… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Spam?

Cats cannot eat aloe vera because of its toxic contents. Aloe vera is a common houseplant that is used by humans for cosmetic and culinary purposes. Growing tall, thick leaves that can reach up to 39 inches, the succulent goes by other names such as true aloe, Octopus plant, Torch plant, Candelabra plant, and Barbados… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Aloe Vera?

No, cats should not eat pistachios. Pistachios are edible nuts that are a member of the cashew family. Though this type of nut does not contain harmful compounds for cats, feeding her pistachios may create other health risks.  First off, because of its size and shell, pistachios may be a choking hazard or be an… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Pistachios?

It is not advisable for cats to eat paprika. Available in red, orange, or yellow varieties, paprika is a spice that comes from dried and ground peppers. In some countries, the name also refers to the plant or its edible fruit. This particular spice has a wide range of flavours, from sweet and mild to… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Paprika?

Yes, cats can eat rosemary. Rosemary is a shrub that belongs to the sage family, Lamiaceae. This herb is commonly used for medicinal and culinary purposes. Used to flavour meat such as lamb, pork, and chicken, its fresh or dried leaves give off a pinewood scent and a bitter, astringent taste. According to the ASPCA,… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Rosemary?

No, cats should not eat prawn crackers. Prawn crackers is a deep-fried snack popular in Indonesian and Malaysian cuisine. It is commonly made using prawn, tapioca flour (also called tapioca starch), and water. Prawns may be eaten in general by cats, but the seafood cracker should be cooked and prepared without onion, garlic, salt, and… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Prawn Crackers?

Yes, cats can eat certain types of cooked meat as long as they are prepared properly. As obligate carnivores, cats are required to eat animal-derived protein on a daily basis so their bodies function at their best. Eating cooked meat provides them with protein, water, fat, retinol, niacin, arginine, taurine, and other essential nutrients.  However,… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Cooked Meat?

It is not recommended for cats to eat cake. A cake is a baked pastry typically served during special occasions. It is usually prepared with base ingredients such as flour, sugar, milk, and eggs. In addition, toppings such as chocolate, nuts, and fruits are added to give flavour to cake.  Though plain cooked eggs may… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Cake?

Yes, cats can eat wheatgrass in small quantities. Originating from freshly sprouted leaves of the wheat plant, wheatgrass is commonly served as a food, drink, or dietary supplement. It can be consumed in fresh, freeze dried, and liquid forms and is packed with plant-based protein, chlorophyll, potassium, dietary fiber, and vitamins A, C, and E. … Continue reading Can Cats Eat Wheatgrass?