Fish

[zaryun]

I was just wondering why nobody ever mentions raw fish as a potential food for sphynx?
Of course I mean high quality human grade fish? Any special reasons besides the price?

 

[MollysMom]

"Raw fish should not be fed to cats. Raw fish contains an enzyme that destroys vitamin B1 (thiamin). A deficiency of this vitamin results in brain damage. Fish is also deficient in vitamin E and has the potential to transmit diseases."

It is also not advisable to feed cats a diet too high in fish for long periods, as it can cause aversion to eat other foods (because the odor and taste are so strong).

 

[zaryun]

Thanks!

"Raw fish should not be fed to cats. Raw fish contains an enzyme that destroys vitamin B1 (thiamin). A deficiency of this vitamin results in brain damage. Fish is also deficient in vitamin E and has the potential to transmit diseases."

It is also not advisable to feed cats a diet too high in fish for long periods, as it can cause aversion to eat other foods (because the odor and taste are so strong).

 

[Hairless Blessing]

Great information, thanks.

 

[Tiffany_Kay]

That's great to know. I've been feeding mine can wet food that is different fish... I'll be changing it up from now on.