Daisy the Curly Cat

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Cat Nutrition with Professor Daisy! Posted: 19 Oct 2009 01:00 AM PDT It is time to think about nutrition with Professor Daisy! Try to guess the correct answer to this question: Is it safe to feed raw eggs to cats? A. Yes B. No C. I would rather have a cheese omelette! D. This is a trick question The correct answer is D, because this is a controversial subject. Raw eggs are a good source of high-quality protein. But raw egg whites contain a glycoprotein called avidin which binds to the B-vitamin biotin in the yolk, decreasing its absorption. Some are also concerned that raw eggs may contain Salmonella. But many cats who eat raw foods also eat raw eggs; some even eat the shell! You can find lots of information about the pros and cons of eating raw eggs in books and on the internet, and here is a link to some information from Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats. Your mom or dad will have to make their own decisions about whether you can eat raw eggs or not. I personally love them! Here is what my Mommeh has decided for me: I get no more than 1/2 an egg a week (Harley gets the other half) We only buy organic eggs, and always keep them refrigerated The egg white is lightly cooked, with the raw yolk poured on top Any uneaten egg is removed within 15 minutes Even though I am a nutty professor, I am not a veterinarian. So you should discuss any questions or concerns about feline nutrition with your vet!

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