Q: OK to Feed Cats Tuna as a Treat?
Q: My cat is about 6 months old now and he loves fish. Is it OK to feed him canned tuna as a treat? I know the mercury levels in some fish can be a problem for people. What about cats?
A: Canned tuna, if fed as the sole diet, could lead to vitamin deficiencies but this isn't the case with your kitty. Even though a very small amount of canned tuna every now and then should not harm your cat I would prefer to avoid it as a treat. In general, feeding human foods can be a tough habit to break. Since your cat seems to love fish so much, try to find fish flavored cat foods or treats. This way you can be assured that his treats are specifically formulated for cats!
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Comments (2)
Go carnivorous, in part March 5, 2009 12:13 AM
Tuna adds variety and essential nutrients to the diet and should be encouraged in moderation along with other carnivorous raw meats. Only the inexperienced nourisher of cats relies on formulated foods as the sole source of nutrition.
NEENA March 19, 2009 2:18 PM
MY ALMOST 14 YEAROLD CAT HAS BEEN TUNA WITH MAYO ALL HIS LIFE, IT MAKES HIM HAPPY , AND THAT IS ALSO GIVEN AS A TREAT.
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