A cat with a mouthful of sticky peanut butter can be entertaining, but it’s no laughing matter when they get sick. And though it’s rare, it can even be deadly. So here are a few good reasons to give your cat a firm “no” when it demands a taste of peanut butter.
Stomach Upset
Cats are famous for throwing up things. It’s just one of their many lovable traits. Often it’s a harmless hairball or a portion of canned food they hardly swallowed. One reason is it causes them gastrointestinal distress, and vomiting alleviates it. Looking on the bright side, it’s better than diarrhea, which is another possible outcome.
Too Much Fat And Salt
Peanut butter is high in oils and salt. Excessive fats and sodium are generally unhealthy for a cat's diet, thus making this a less-than-ideal snack. These extremely heavy swings to a cat's sensitive digestive system can trigger stomach upset and excessive thirst and urination. If continued, more serious medical issues related to high fat and sodium diets can occur.