Can cats eat tuna?

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

Why

Avoid as a staple. Tinned tuna as a regular diet is nutritionally incomplete for cats. Feeding tuna as a staple meal can lead to serious nutritional deficiencies, particularly a lack of essential vitamins and minerals like taurine and calcium. While a small amount occasionally is not an immediate emergency, relying on it will cause long-term health problems for your pet.

Watch out for

tuna packed in oil or salt
tuna with added seasonings or garlic
raw tuna which can contain parasites

Better choices

commercial cat food formulated for complete nutrition cooked plain chicken or turkey commercial cat treats made specifically for feline dietary needs cooked salmon in moderation

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