Can cats eat soy sauce?
Quick verdict
Unsafe
Key risk
Extreme salt content can cause salt poisoning.
Why
Soy sauce is far too salty for cats and must be avoided.
Can cats eat soy sauce, and why?
Soy sauce is far too salty for cats and must be avoided. Extreme salt content can cause salt poisoning.
Cats are obligate carnivores: they must get most of their nutrition from meat and need nutrients such as taurine that only animal products provide. They lack some enzymes for processing plants and carbohydrates, so fruit and veg offer little benefit and can upset their stomach; many cats are also lactose intolerant.
Warning — what to watch for
Extreme salt content can cause salt poisoning.
If your cat has eaten soy sauce, don’t wait for symptoms — contact your vet immediately, or call the Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 (24/7, UK). Signs of a problem can include vomiting, diarrhoea, drooling, lethargy, tremors or loss of appetite.
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Frequently asked questions
Can cats eat soy sauce?
Unsafe. Soy sauce is far too salty for cats and must be avoided.
What happens if my cat eats soy sauce?
Extreme salt content can cause salt poisoning. If your cat has eaten soy sauce, contact your vet or the Animal PoisonLine (01202 509000) straight away — don’t wait for symptoms.
Is soy sauce poisonous to cats?
Unsafe. Soy sauce is far too salty for cats and must be avoided.
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