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Why does my cat steal human food and how can I prevent it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 10 months and 11 days old | 7 lbs

Luna tries to steal whatever it is we are eating

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on November 12th, 2019

This is not unusual if Luna has a preference for human food. Resist the urge to ever give her human food (it will only continue the behavior) and be vigilant to ensure she does not have the opportunity to steal food. Here is a link which may also help: https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-deal-with-cats-that-beg/ I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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