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Can I give citrus fruits to cats?
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Citrus fruits (e.g. oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits) are one of the foods that should not be fed to cats. Citrus fruits have a characteristic acidity that can irritate your cat’s stomach. Citrus fruits also contain high concentrations of vitamin C, but cats can produce their own vitamin C and do not need additional vitamin C.
Additionally, citrus fruits contain limonene, a component unique to citrus fruits. Limonene is toxic to cats and can cause gastrointestinal effects. If you feed your cat citrus fruits, they may experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Therefore, citrus fruits should not be given to cats. It is important to provide cat food for your cat’s diet to ensure that your cat gets the nutrients it needs. If in doubt, we recommend consulting your veterinarian.