Can Cats Consume Popcorn? 5 Things You Need to Know

The Discerning Cat

When you’re sitting in front of the TV binging your Netflix favorites, there aren’t many snacks better than popcorn.

The Discerning Cat

When eating popcorn, you may find kernels spilling on the floor because your eyes are glued to the screen. When that happens, your cat may nibble on residuals it finds on the ground.

The Discerning Cat

Problems can arise in cases where cats eat popcorn with additives and added ingredients such as butter, salt, onion, and so on.

Can Cats Consume Popcorn?

Popcorn is a choking hazard for felines because kernels come in many different sizes, ranging from small to large. 

Other Health Concerns Associated with Popcorn

If your cat munches on a large kernel and it gets stuck in their throat, you’ll need to act quickly. 

What to Do if Your Cat Chokes?

Seeing as corn or cornmeal is listed in most cat foods as an ingredient in labels, does that mean popcorn is beneficial to felines? Unfortunately, no.

Do Cats Benefit From Popcorn?

The first is just telling them a firm “no” and not giving into your feline’s demands.

How To Get Your Cat to Stop Eating Popcorn

When sharing human food with cats, just remember to give the treats in moderation and talk to your veterinarian before doing so.

Healthy Snack Alternatives to Popcorn

Many vet and pet health experts agree that foods like bananas, cucumber, zucchinis, peas, carrots, and pumpkins are good options.

Healthy Snack Alternatives

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