{"id":1960,"date":"2020-08-14T08:44:04","date_gmt":"2020-08-14T08:44:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/?p=1960"},"modified":"2020-08-14T08:44:04","modified_gmt":"2020-08-14T08:44:04","slug":"which-spices-are-toxic-to-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/which-spices-are-toxic-to-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Which spices are toxic to cats?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As cat guardians, the safety and health of your cat is of the utmost importance.&nbsp; This is why you make sure they are eating well by feeding them only the best cat food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Even then, our pet cats are always so curious about human food.&nbsp; It can be so tempting to give in to their cute little faces and give them human food but there&#8217;s a lot of foods and spices that are perfectly safe for humans, but are actually toxic to cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>These spices are toxic to your kat or kitten: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Garlic, <\/strong><\/li><li>O<strong>nion <\/strong><\/li><li>C<strong>hives<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Chamomile<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Cayenne Pepper<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, these are not the only things you should keep away from your furry friend. Keep reading and learn how to keep him or her safe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/which-spices-are-toxic-to-cats\/#Herbs_and_spices_to_avoid\" title=\"Herbs and spices to avoid\">Herbs and spices to avoid<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/which-spices-are-toxic-to-cats\/#Other_human_foods_cats_should_steer_clear_of\" title=\"Other human foods cats should steer clear of\">Other human foods cats should steer clear of<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/which-spices-are-toxic-to-cats\/#What_do_I_do_if_my_cat_has_eaten_something_they_shouldnt_have\" title=\"What do I do if my cat has eaten something they shouldn&#8217;t have?\">What do I do if my cat has eaten something they shouldn&#8217;t have?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/which-spices-are-toxic-to-cats\/#Common_questions_about_cat_diet\" title=\"Common questions about cat diet\">Common questions about cat diet<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/which-spices-are-toxic-to-cats\/#Can_my_cat_be_vegan\" title=\"Can my cat be vegan?\">Can my cat be vegan?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/which-spices-are-toxic-to-cats\/#Which_is_better_commercial_cat_food_diet_or_homemade_cat_diet\" title=\"Which is better, commercial cat food diet or homemade cat diet?\">Which is better, commercial cat food diet or homemade cat diet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/which-spices-are-toxic-to-cats\/#How_much_treats_can_I_give_my_cat\" title=\"How much treats can I give my cat?\">How much treats can I give my cat?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/which-spices-are-toxic-to-cats\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Herbs_and_spices_to_avoid\"><\/span><strong>Herbs and spices to avoid<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Garlic, onion, and chives<\/strong>, the cornerstone herbs of a lot of great dishes can cause a lot of damage on our furry companions.&nbsp; In large amounts or in concentrated forms such as in onion soup and garlic powder, they can cause anemia in cats. Cats that have ingested a lot of garlic, onions and chives will become weak ang lethargic, have a reduced apetite, pale gums, and reddish urine.&nbsp; At this stage, it&#8217;s highly recommended that they be taken to the vet immediately .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chamomile<\/strong> is very calming to humans, especially in tea form, but there are some types of chamomile that&#8217;s dangerous to both cats and dogs.&nbsp; English, Garden, Roman and True chamomile should be kept away from your cat as much as possible.&nbsp; These types of chamomile can cause vomiting, diarrhea, dernatitis, anorexia and allergic reactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cayenne Pepper <\/strong>is often said to be a great cat repellent because cats don&#8217;t like the smell and taste of it.&nbsp; However, when Cayenne Pepper is sprinkled all over the garden, it can get stuck in the paws and fur of the cats roaming around.&nbsp; This becomes a big problem when those cats inevitably start to groom themselves, rubbing the pepper powder all over their eyes and noses which will result in irritation and discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_human_foods_cats_should_steer_clear_of\"><\/span><strong>Other human foods cats should steer clear of<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Grapes, Raisins and Currants<\/strong>, even in small amounts can cause kidney failure to cats.&nbsp; These fruits should be kept far away from your cat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caffeine<\/strong>.&nbsp; There are a lot of sources of caffeine inside the home such as in coffee, teas, sodas, energy drinks, and even in diet pills.&nbsp; These should be kept away from your cat as even in small quantities, it can cause problems as bad as organ damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_do_if_my_cat_has_eaten_something_they_shouldnt_have\"><\/span><strong>What do I do if my cat has eaten something they shouldn&#8217;t have?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite your best efforts, there are times that your cat&#8217;s curiosity just wins them over and they eat something toxic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing to do is to check if they are exhibiting any symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, frequent urination, difficult or heavy breathing, seizures, incoordination, or worse coma.&nbsp; Don&#8217;t wait for your cat to exhibit multiple symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be absolutely safe, as soon as you suspect that they&#8217;re poisoned, take them to your vet.&nbsp; Cats have very small bodies so when they get poisoned, if not dealt with swiftly, it can get very bad very quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_questions_about_cat_diet\"><\/span><strong>Common questions about cat diet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_my_cat_be_vegan\"><\/span><strong>Can my cat be vegan?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No.&nbsp; Cats are what is called an obligate carnivore.&nbsp; This means that they rely heavily on animal products to get all the nutrients they need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cats need a lot of protein, a bit of fat, and very little amounts of carbs to stay healthy, fit, and happy.&nbsp; You also can&#8217;t just substitute the vitamins and minerals cats need in their diet with supplements.&nbsp; Cat dietary supplements should only be given with your vet&#8217;s approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_is_better_commercial_cat_food_diet_or_homemade_cat_diet\"><\/span><strong>Which is better, commercial cat food diet or homemade cat diet?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Making your own cat food to feed your cat is a very challenging and tedious task.&nbsp; Unless you are a cat dietician, you may find it particularly hard to make sure that you have all proper amounts of nutrients in your cat&#8217;s food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless specifically recommended by your vet, it is much better for your time, energy, wallet and cat for you to <a href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/best-cat-food-for-indoor-cats\/\">just purchase commercial cat food<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check the food you buy for your cat to see if it meets your cat&#8217;s individual needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_treats_can_I_give_my_cat\"><\/span><strong>How much treats can I give my cat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cat treats are absolutely fine to give to your cat &#8212; in moderation.&nbsp; These little snacks that your cats go crazy for are not nutritionally balanced and should never replace your cat&#8217;s meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cat treats very often contain a lot of calories.&nbsp; A good rule of thumb is that cat treats should never exceed 10-15% of your cat&#8217;s daily caloric intake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To keep your cat healthy and happy, keep them away from onions, garlic, chives, chamomie, Cayenne pepper, grapes, raisins, currants, and caffeine.&nbsp; 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