Is it OK to Give My Cat Milk?

Many cat owners wonder if they should give theirpet has diarrhea do not give it any milk at all. Fresh
cat milk (especially when they are still kittens). It iswater is better for animals and should be available at
not uncommon to see images of kittens lapping up aall times Glen suggested.
bowl of milk or the white moustache-like after effectLactose free pet milk is available from your
on a contented little face leaving an empty bowl.supermarket, however you should remember that
Who has ever offered a kitten a bowl of milkcats and dogs do not have a dietary requirement for
thinking they were giving it a healthy treat? Yes, milkmilk, so there is really no need for you to give it in
is enjoyed by kittens and cats but should the milk bethe first place!"
cow's milk?In summary, it's worthwhile remembering that
I spoke with our vet Glen Kolenc to find out.puppies and kittens do need to drink milk - but this
He advised that cats and dogs don't need milk onceshould only be their mother's milk only while they are
they have been weaned from their mother. Theynursing.
get all the calcium they need from good quality petA mother's milk is full of the fat and protein which
foods.enables them to grow into a healthy cat. Cow's milk
He added that a small amount of milk is OK butdoes not contain many of these essential ingredients
some dogs and cats can't digest it properly onceto keep your pet healthy.
they are adults and they can get diarrhea. If your