Can cats eat grapefruit?

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

Can cats eat grapefruit?

Cats cannot eat grapefruit. Grapefruit is a cooling food and an acidic food. If you feed a cat, the acidic ingredients in it will cause great irritation to the cat's gastrointestinal tract, and eating cold food may also cause diarrhea in the cat. Cats are carnivores, so it is not recommended to eat too much fruit food. If you want to eat it, you can choose other mild fruits, such as apples, bananas, etc. It is not recommended to give cats grapefruit.

What to do if a cat accidentally eats grapefruit:

1. If it only swallows a small amount of grapefruit, pay attention to the cat’s condition. If the cat does not have any adverse reactions, the owner does not need to Worry.

2. If the cat has swallowed a large amount of grapefruit and is found to be slightly uncomfortable, you can give the cat some probiotics to regulate its stomach.

3. If the cat is found to have persistent vomiting and diarrhea, you need to take the cat to the hospital for further examination and make treatment adjustments according to the doctor's guidance.