Can cats eat raw meat?

If your cat has already eaten this and you are worried, contact your veterinarian.

Why

Major veterinary authorities like the AVMA discourage raw feeding entirely because of the high risk of Salmonella, E. coli, and other pathogens that can make both cats and their owners sick. Peer-reviewed reviews confirm that the professional advice against feeding raw meat is justified, making cooked meat the necessary alternative.

Watch out for

raw chicken
raw beef
raw fish
raw pork

Better choices

Cooked chicken breast Cooked lean beef Commercial cooked cat food Cooked eggs

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