Safe Foods

Blueberries are safe, but the “superfood” label doesn’t translate to felines. Cats process plant compounds entirely differently than humans.

Yes, most cats can safely eat shrimp — but only if it’s thoroughly cooked, completely plain, shell-free, and served in small amounts as an occasional treat.

Salmon is one of the very few human foods that veterinarians actually endorse as a cat treat.

Yes — plain, fully cooked, boneless, skinless, unseasoned turkey meat is safe and even beneficial for cats.

Yes — cats can safely eat small amounts of plain, fully cooked white or brown rice as an occasional treat.

Yes, cats can eat eggs—and they’re a great source of protein. Plain, fully cooked eggs are a safe, nutritious treat for most healthy cats. Raw eggs, on the other hand, carry real risks and are best avoided.

Yes, cats can eat chicken—and most love it. Plain, cooked, boneless chicken is a safe, protein-rich treat for healthy cats. But the details matter.