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My kitten loves popcorn. Is it safe for her to eat occasionally?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I have a kitten who likes to eat popcorn. Will it hurt her?

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 30th, 2017

Plain popcorn is fine for them to eat occasionally, but I would limit it to only a few (3-5)pieces at a time, because cats are designed to mostly eat animal - based food. I would also make sure that it doesn't contain too much salt.

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