Can old cats eat chicken?

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

Can old cats eat chicken?

Old cats can eat chicken because cats are carnivorous animals. Chicken contains a lot of protein and fat. Eating chicken can increase nutrition for old cats. However, please note that the chicken must be cooked before feeding it to the cat. No seasoning is required. Frozen meat and unclean meat cannot be fed to the cat.

How to eat chicken well for old cats:

1. First, choose fresh and high-quality chicken, which can be purchased in supermarkets or farmers’ markets;

2. If it is fresh chicken, it is recommended to remove the tiny bones inside as much as possible when cooking to avoid scratching the cat's esophagus;

3. If it is chicken breast, wash it before cooking, and then Boil it in clean water, no need to add any seasonings, just cook it completely;

4. Because chicken has a single nutritional value, it can only be fed occasionally as a snack, and cat food is the main food.