Is it safe to feed my kitten a vegetarian or plant-based diet?

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Hi, What vegetarian things do kittens eat? I’m a vegetarian but I’m ok with feeding them dry cat food(non veg) and egg. I want to feed them home made vegetarian food along with that. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 1 month and 22 days old

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Cats are obligate carnivores and they cannot eat a vegetarian diet. A vegetarian diet will cause heart disease and an early death for cats. Feeding Theo a commercial diet for cats is the best way to ensure he gets the appropriate amino acids to maintain the best health for his body. Home cooked meals almost always lack appropriate nutirients as well as inappropriate ratios. Giving him an egg is fine and is a source of high quality protein. If he will eat vegetables, you can give him things like peas, carrots or green beans but he may not eat them. I hope this is helpful and please feel free to post any additional questions!

Is it safe to feed my kitten a vegetarian or plant-based diet?

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