{"id":6455,"date":"2023-01-07T19:02:42","date_gmt":"2023-01-07T19:02:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/micatguide.com\/?p=6455"},"modified":"2023-01-15T08:58:24","modified_gmt":"2023-01-15T08:58:24","slug":"can-cats-eat-walnuts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/micatguide.com\/can-cats-eat-walnuts\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Cats Eat Walnuts? (Risks & Vet Suggestions)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
No, cats should not be fed walnuts. Walnuts contain high levels of fat and protein, both of which can cause gastrointestinal upset and even lead to pancreatitis in cats if consumed in large amounts.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition, the hard shells can be a choking hazard or obstructive if swallowed by cats. Walnuts are also known to have compounds such as thujone and anethole, which can cause vomiting, nausea, or seizures in cats. Therefore, it is best to avoid feeding walnuts to cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So here in this blog post, I’ll discuss in detail why cats should not consume walnuts and how you can keep them safe from potential hazards. I’ll also be discussing signs to look out for if your cat has accidentally eaten some walnuts, which can help you take quick action.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat Do Different Studies Say about Walnuts and Cats?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n