My cat chews plastic and eats sweets. Is this safe or normal?

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I have 2 question. !) Why does one of my cats chew plastic? 2) If cats can't taste sweets, why do 2 of my cats like eating sweets? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 6 years and 7 months old | 9 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

Cats are weird creatures! It is common for cats to chew on non-food items, though you should be careful about keeping things picked up because they can swallow things that can cause internal harm or intestinal blockage. However, it may be a good idea to have him examined by a vet to make sure there isn’t a medical reason for this. Here is some more information: http://www.catster.com/lifestyle/pica-in-cats-eating-disorder Who said cats can’t taste sweets?? They can taste a lot of different things, and will have preferences for different flavors. I would avoid offering them many seeets, though, since it can contribute very quickly to obesity and could cause an upset stomach. Remember, one bite of sweet food for them would be like you eating 15 of them at once!

My cat chews plastic and eats sweets. Is this safe or normal?

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