Can Cats Eat Human Food?
Simple, honest answers about what cats can eat, what to avoid, and what’s unsafe.
Try: tuna, milk, grapes
Safe for Cats
Can be given in moderation
Not Recommended
Not toxic, but better to avoid
Toxic for Cats
Dangerous, never give
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Meat & Fish
2Chicken, turkey, tuna, salmon...
Vegetables
Carrots, peas, pumpkin...
Fruits
Banana, watermelon, blueberries...
Dairy
3Milk, cheese, yogurt...
Bread & Grains
Rice, bread, oatmeal...
Sweets & Snacks
1Ice cream, cookies, chips...
Toxic Foods
1Chocolate, onions, grapes...
Beverages
4Milk, juice, tea, and other drinks
Other Foods
21Dog food, baby food, sauces, leftovers, and other non-cat foods.
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Canned Salmon
Can cats eat canned salmon?
Soft canned fish that can be a tasty protein treat when prepared properly
Canned Sardines in Oil
Can cats eat canned sardines in oil?
Oily canned fish that is too rich and often too salty for cats
Cooked Ground Turkey
Can cats eat cooked ground turkey?
Lean cooked poultry that can be a healthy protein treat when prepared plainly
Dog Food
Can cats eat dog food?
Not suitable as regular food for cats
Dog Treats
Can cats eat dog treats?
Not made for cats and often too salty or rich
Dry Dog Food
Can cats eat dry dog food?
Not a good everyday food for cats
Frosty Paws
Can cats eat frosty paws?
Dog ice cream treat with dairy and sugar that is not suitable for cats
Goat Meat
Can cats eat goat meat?
Lean novel protein that can be a good occasional treat for cats when cooked plainly
Herring
Can cats eat herring?
Oily fish that can be a healthy treat for cats
Jam
Can cats eat jam?
High-sugar spread with no benefits for cats
Kippers
Can cats eat kippers?
Smoked fish that’s usually too salty for cats
Kitten Formula
Can cats eat kitten formula?
Milk replacer made specifically for kittens
Milk Tea
Can cats eat milk tea?
Caffeinated drink with milk and sugar that is unsafe and unhealthy for cats
Natto
Can cats eat natto?
Fermented soy food that isn’t suitable for cats
Nuggets
Can cats eat nuggets?
Highly processed and seasoned food
Oily Food
Can cats eat oily food?
Greasy foods can upset a cat’s stomach
Olives with Pimentos
Can cats eat olives with pimentos?
Too salty and often seasoned for cats
Omelette
Can cats eat omelette?
Eggs can be okay, but omelettes usually have unsafe add-ins
Pastry
Can cats eat pastry?
Baked treats that aren’t suitable for cats
PediaSure
Can cats eat pediasure?
Human nutrition drink that isn’t suitable for cats
Pedialyte
Can cats eat pedialyte?
Not for regular use, only for specific situations
Puppy Formula
Can cats eat puppy formula?
Not a proper milk substitute for kittens
Quorn
Can cats eat quorn?
Meat substitute that doesn’t meet cats’ nutritional needs
Raw Tuna Steak
Can cats eat raw tuna steak?
Raw fish that can carry parasites and interfere with vitamin B1 in cats
Rice Milk
Can cats eat rice milk?
Sweet plant-based milk with little nutrition and too much sugar for cats
Rice and Fish
Can cats eat rice and fish?
Plain cooked rice with fish that can be a light treat but not a balanced meal
Salty Food
Can cats eat salty food?
Too much salt can be harmful for cats
Scrambled Eggs
Can cats eat scrambled eggs?
Soft, cooked eggs that provide protein but should only be an occasional treat
Soda Water
Can cats eat soda water?
Carbonated water that can cause gas and stomach discomfort in cats
Soy Milk
Can cats eat soy milk?
Plant-based milk that cats cannot digest well and offers no nutritional benefit
Sweets
Can cats eat sweets?
Sugary foods offer no benefit and can be harmful to cats
Tuna Water
Can cats eat tuna water?
Fish-flavored liquid that can encourage drinking but should be given only occasionally
Turmeric
Can cats eat turmeric?
Not toxic, but not a good idea for regular use in cats
Vitamin Water
Can cats eat vitamin water?
Sugary flavored drink with added vitamins that cats do not need
Warm Food
Can cats eat warm food?
Warm food can be appealing, but temperature matters
Warm Milk
Can cats eat warm milk?
Comfort drink for humans but often causes stomach upset in cats
Water with Electrolytes
Can cats eat water with electrolytes?
Hydration supplement that's rarely needed for healthy cats
Wet Dog Food
Can cats eat wet dog food?
Not a good everyday food for cats
Whole Sardines
Can cats eat whole sardines?
Rich, fishy treat with lots of protein and omega-3s—best as an occasional snack
Wine
Can cats eat wine?
Alcohol is toxic to cats, even in small amounts
Note
This guide is for informational purposes only. If your cat feels unwell after eating something, contact your veterinarian.