Can cats eat raw meat?

Why

Raw meat carries a high risk of harmful bacteria like Salmonella and parasites that can make your cat sick. Additionally, feeding only muscle meat without proper supplements can lead to severe nutritional deficiencies over time.

If you do feed it

• Always freeze meat for at least 72 hours before feeding to kill potential parasites.
• Consult a veterinarian to ensure the diet is balanced with necessary vitamins and minerals.
• Practice strict hygiene by washing hands and surfaces thoroughly after handling raw food.
• Limit raw meat to a portion of the diet rather than the sole food source.

Watch out for

• bones that can splinter and cause internal damage
• seasoned or marinated meats containing garlic or onion
• processed raw treats with unknown ingredients
• meat from unknown or untrusted sources

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