First, the reason why cats like to drink yogurt
Many cats like to drink yogurt, Because yogurt has a certain fragrance, and the cat’s nose is very sensitive, and the cat also likes this fragrance, so the cat will be attracted by this fragrance and like to drink yogurt. Feeding yogurt to cats in moderation can help regulate their stomachs, but pet owners must be careful not to feed cats too much yogurt, otherwise it is likely to cause cat diarrhea. At the same time, it is not recommended to feed yogurt to kittens.
Two, can lactose intolerant cats drink yogurt?
Lactose intolerant cats drink it in moderation There is no problem with yogurt, because yogurt is different from milk, and the lactose in yogurt has been decomposed, so lactose intolerant cats can also digest yogurt smoothly by drinking yogurt. However, try to choose plain yogurt, and don’t feed your cat flavored yogurt or yogurt with added fruit and nuts. Because nuts and fruits are more difficult to digest, cats with fragile stomachs may increase the burden on their gastrointestinal tracts after eating them, leading to food allergies or food intolerances in cats.
Third, can kittens drink yogurt?
It is generally not recommended to give Cats under the age of two months drink yogurt, because the intestinal tract of the kitten is not fully developed, and the kitten is in the transition stage from breast milk to self-feeding, and the kitten is prone to diarrhea when drinking yogurt at this time. . And the first time you try yogurt for cats, it should be gradually increased from a trace amount to an appropriate amount. If the cat experiences vomiting and diarrhea while drinking yogurt, be sure to stop letting the cat continue to eat immediately, and do not feed the cat yogurt again. However, pet owners do not have to worry too much when they see this phenomenon, whether the cat is sick after eating.
Reminder: You cannot directly feed the cat yogurt that has just been taken out of the refrigerator. The yogurt fed to the cat must be at room temperature, and it must be guaranteed The yogurt is not spoiled or expired. Cats have fragile stomachs, so be careful not to feed them expired food.