Finding a New Vet

If you have brought a cat into your home, you should be sure that you know everything to do to keep your cat happy and healthy while living with you. This will ensure that they live a long life in your family and you won't have to worry about high vet bills either. When it comes to taking care of your cat, one of the most important concerns is providing them with a proper diet. You should also not give your cat these four foods that could cause them to become ill:

1. Chocolate: Many people are only concerned about giving chocolate to their dog. However, chocolate is toxic to cats as well. It can cause nausea and vomiting, and it can cause damage to the central nervous system. This is because both cats and dogs are not able to break down chocolate in their digestive system. If you notice that your cat has somehow gotten into some chocolate, you should take them to their vet right away. 
2. Avocado: Avocado is considered a health food for humans, but it can be toxic to cats. This is because avocado cannot be broken down in your cat's system either. The most it can do is cause vomiting and nausea, so you won't need to take your cat to the vet right away if they get into one. However, you should consider a trip if the vomiting or nausea becomes more severe and lasts more than a few hours. 
3. Milk: When you watch movies, you have probably seen cats drinking milk and it seems like something that is common. However, adult cats should not be given milk because they already get enough that they need from their diet. Plus, most cats are lactose intolerant. Drinking milk can cause them to have upset tummies, which can be uncomfortable and lead to your cat not being as active. 
4. Grapes: Grapes should not be given to your cat either. Although the toxicity of grapes has not yet been proven in cats, it is toxic to dogs, so it's better to be safe rather than sorry. On top of this, your cat could easily choke on a grape, so be sure that any grapes dropped on the floor or left on plates are cleaned up right away before your cat can get to it. 

By not giving your cat these four foods that are toxic to them, you can avoid stress and worry when your cat becomes ill and you can prevent extra trips to the vet each year. 

For a local animal hospital, contact an office such as University Pet Hospital.