Can cats eat green beans?

Why

Cats are obligate carnivores and do not need vegetables, but plain green beans are non-toxic and can be a low-calorie treat. They must be cooked thoroughly to be digestible and served without any added salt, butter, or seasonings that could harm your pet.

If you do feed it

• Serve only plain, cooked green beans with no salt, garlic, onions, or butter.
• Limit treats to a few small pieces occasionally, not as a meal replacement.
• Cut beans into small, bite-sized pieces to prevent choking.
• Introduce slowly to monitor for any digestive upset like gas or diarrhea.

Watch out for

• Canned green beans with added salt or preservatives
• Green bean casseroles containing onions, garlic, or cream
• Raw green beans which can be hard to digest
• Sweetened or seasoned varieties

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