🐱 Dairy & eggs · vet-sourced verdicts
Can cats have dairy and eggs?
Most adult cats digest lactose poorly, so dairy is where good intentions meet upset stomachs. Cooked eggs, on the other hand, are one of the best cheap treats there is. The full dairy shelf, sorted by verdict.
✅ Safe in moderation (1)
⚠️ Caution — limits apply (7)
🧀CheeseMost cats are lactose intolerant, so cheese can cause stomach upset despite being non-toxic.In moderation🥛MilkDespite the cliché, most adult cats are lactose intolerant — milk commonly causes upset stomach.In moderation🥣Plain yogurtA small amount of plain yogurt is usually tolerated better than milk, but keep it occasional.In moderation🧈ButterButter is fatty and most cats are lactose intolerant, so it commonly causes upset. Best avoided.In moderation🍦Ice creamMost cats are lactose intolerant, so ice cream commonly causes stomach upset, and the sugar is unhealthy.In moderation⚪Whipped creamMost cats are lactose intolerant, so whipped cream often causes stomach upset despite being non-toxic.In moderation🥚Raw eggRaw egg poses a Salmonella risk to cats, and raw whites can interfere with biotin over time. A little cooked egg is the safer treat.In moderation
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