Slideshow People Foods Cats Can Eat

Sources Medically Reviewed on 03/05/2020 Reviewed by Amy Flowers, DVM on March 05, 2020
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SOURCES:
American Veterinary Medical Association: "Raw Pet Foods and the AVMA's Policy," "7 Foods You Should Avoid Feeding Your Dog or Cat."
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA): "Pet Care: Foods That Are Hazardous to Cats," "Nutrients Your Cat Needs," "General Cat Care."
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine: "Feeding Your Cat."
European Pet Food Industry Federation (FEDIAF): "Nutritional Guidelines For Complete and Complementary Pet Food for Cats and Dogs."
Li, X. PLOS Genetics, 2005.
Pitcarn, R. Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats, 3rd Edition, Rodale, 2005.
Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA): “What should I feed my cat?”
The Washington Post: “A steady diet of fish can cause health problems in cats.”
Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine: "Nutrition for the Adult Cat."
Reviewed by Amy Flowers, DVM on March 05, 2020
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