The reason why cats eat grass
All the grasses that cats like to eat are collectively called catgrass. If you leave a cat in the wild, it will know for itself.
The so-called cat grass is barley seedlings, oat seedlings and so on. And dog tail grass, or ordinary grass on the lawn outside. And plants: bamboo. Mimi also likes to eat catnip, but it is mainly sensory stimulation and can't help digestion.
Cats eating catgrass can enhance immunity, relax nerves, help digestion and absorption, prevent various cat diseases and keep fit. It smells fragrant and attractive, and is very popular with cats. The main functions of catnip are:
(1) is helpful for discharging hairballs and reducing the accumulation of hairballs? After the cat eats the catgrass, the catgrass turns in the stomach to help spit out the hairballs.
(2) increase plant fiber? It can help digestion and regulate gastrointestinal health.
(3) vitamin supplementation? Cat grass contains plant vitamin C and chlorophyll.
(4) relieve gastrointestinal discomfort? It can help cats to relieve mild gastrointestinal discomfort such as bloating and stomach gas.
(5) It helps to decompress easily.
Fruit is a favorite food for many people, but cat owners should pay attention to which fruits can be eaten by cats and which fruits can't be eaten. The following is the fruit content that cats are not suitable for eating. I hope you like it!
Fruit unfit for cats.
First of all, about cats eating grapefruit:
Grapefruit, which is also a citrus fruit, is often regarded as the most natural anti-mosquito holy product because its epidermis contains "citrus oil". The rich citrus oil on grapefruit skin is the reason why we feel oily after peeling grapefruit skin. The main component of citrus oil is D- citric acid, which is irritating to the skin. Therefore, long-term contact can easily cause skin allergies (redness, swelling, itching, etc. The volatile gas of citrus oil can also stimulate the respiratory tract, which is why cats usually don't like the taste of grapefruit.
Basically, a small amount of short-term contact with natural citrus fruits will not cause harm to pets, but if you accidentally eat or contact with high-dose citrus oil-related products for a long time, it may cause vomiting reaction slightly and poisoning symptoms in severe cases. Because this substance is metabolized by the liver, poisoning will lead to necrosis and even death of liver cells.
Other inedible fruits:
Grapes and raisins: can cause kidney failure. Absolutely forbidden!
Cherry, peach and apricot: can cause vomiting, dyspnea, hyperventilation and shock coma. Absolutely forbidden!
Persimmon: Seeds can cause intestinal obstruction and enteritis.
(As for grape seed extract, there is no problem. It is an antioxidant added to feed, and there are even nutritional supplements for dogs and cats on the market. )
Avocado: Avocado leaves, fruits, seeds and bark contain a glyceric acid persin, which cannot be metabolized by dogs and cats and may cause vomiting, diarrhea and dyspnea.
Carambola: High potassium content can cause acute renal failure. Absolutely forbidden!
Citrus plants such as lemon, orange, grapefruit, orange and grapefruit may cause vomiting or diarrhea caused by esophageal irritation.
Strawberry: Because pesticides and sweetness are too high, try not to feed them.
Banana: Although banana is listed as one of the non-toxic plants, excessive consumption will cause diarrhea, vomiting and lower abdominal pain (avoid excessive consumption).
Seeds of oranges, grapefruit, peaches, cherries, apples, peaches, plums, loquats, mangoes, plums, wild fruits and pineapples: They contain cyanide, which can be toxic to pets and lead to diarrhea, vomiting and lower abdominal pain.
Don't feed the seeds in most fruits, because the seeds of melons and fruits mostly contain cyanide, which may cause diarrhea, vomiting and lower abdominal pain. )
Fruit suitable for cats
Best choice first place: papaya! (Not breast enhancement)
Papaya is rich in many nutrients, among which enzymes and antioxidants are very beneficial to the health of cats. Mature papaya is a sweet and delicious type, and it is a very good choice whether it is juicing or mashing. Mother cat can add a proper amount to the cat rice. Enzyme, which is the key component of papaya, is a natural enzyme. People who are interested can do it by themselves, because it can promote digestion, is very good for the stomach and has a magical effect on metabolism, and can digest some wastes that cannot be excreted.