Can a cat eat honey?

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asked Jan 29, 2022 in Cats by levisara (2,210 points)
Can a cat eat honey?

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answered Feb 2, 2022 by Shaoxing (1,610 points)
Cats can eat small amounts of honey.

Although some cats have issues digesting honey but small amounts of honey every now and then won't harm your cat.

I sometimes feed my cat a bit of honey on a spoon and he's been just fine.

For some cats, even a half teaspoon of honey can cause issues with your cat's digestive system.

If you notice vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, or other symptoms of an upset stomach, stop honey completely.

There's also the issue of calories, of which honey holds plenty.

(One tablespoon of honey holds nearly 64 calories.)

Basically, cats are true carnivores, and do not naturally have the physiology for eating human food products like honey, although it's always tempting to want to share treats with them.

Honey is not toxic or harmful to cats but it's also not recommended to give cats honey but it's okay to do so but in small amounts.

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