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If you’re like most people, you may like to give your kitty snacks
now and then, as a way to show appreciation for good behavior, to coax them way
from things they shouldn’t be doing or just for the fun of it. There is a
debate though among some in the cat owning community as to whether snacks are a
good thing, especially if they come straight off your table.
A cat on your table is never a good thing so we would NEVER
advise feeding your cat at any time, never mind snack time, while he’s standing
on your table. This would be a good start to a very undesirable behavior;
however, I’m of the opinion that a carefully selected snack (not in replacement
of their regular meal of cat food, mind you) is a good thing and a way of
reinforcing your bond with your cat.
Cats in the wild share food all the time with each other
especially mother cats with their young, so it’s natural for cats to want to
share food with you. If you’re thinking of giving your cat snacks, consider
some of the choices available. Many snacks have been formulated especially for cats,
but are not meant to substitute for cat food meals. They are just that –
snacks. Many of them are meat based and have some degree of filler to give them
shape. Check the cat food label to get a sense of the snack’s nutritional value
as you don’t want to give your cat empty calories which might upset his tummy.
With respect to table scraps, we are also of the opinion that
– as long as you pick and choose carefully want you feed your cat and how –
certain table scraps are not a bad idea. For example, many people feed cats a nibble
of tuna now and again. They love it, its low fat, and if you make sure to give it
to them after they’ve eaten their regular cat food, you can make sure they are not starving.
Of course, it's important to make sure that your cat is sitting with
their feet firmly on the floor, and that they only receive small bites at a
time. Never give them pieces with bone or skin (which supposedly they can’t digest
well). Also, be sure to avoid certain foods with cats, like tomatoes, onions,
raisins, chocolate, and pork – as they’re not recommended for various health
reasons.
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