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In a general sense, yes. They are both carnivores and need to eat meat which supplies them with everything they need. However, cats have far more nutritional needs than a dog and dog food doesn't contain these essential nutrients such as taurine. A small amount of dog food will not harm the cat, but this must NEVER consist as part of cat's daily diet.
Cats have a higher protein requirement than dogs. Meat is mostly made out of Protein and Fat, and cats use these as their primary energy source. Here are a few things that are present in cat food that are not in dog food:
Taurine: Cats cannot synthesize this compound (unlike dogs and most other mammals), so they must get it straight from meat. Animal tissues such as poultry and fish are natually high in taurine. Not enough taruine in the cat's diet can lead to heart problems and blindness.
Vitamin A is another component cats cannot produce. Dogs can use a compound called "beta carotene" (its what gives fruits and vegatables such as carrots the red-orange colour) and turn that into Vitamin A. Cats cannot. They need to get Vitamin A from meat.
There are also number of fatty acids cats cannot synthesize in their bodies but dogs can, so feeding a cat food specially made for them is the safest option as all the nutrients are included in the food.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoYes cats can eat dog food if they want to but it is better for them to eat cat food and the might get sick if they eat the dog food.
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What do you do if a cat does not eat cat food?
you lock the cat ina a room and let her do her thang!!!
Is it healthy for dogs to eat cat food?
Its not a good idea to regularly feed a dog cat food as the nutritional needs of a canine are different than a feline. It will not hurt your dog and it is better than letting it go hungry. When there are both dogs and cats in a home the dogs often eat the leftovers.
My chihuahua's can not eat regular dog food dry or canned so they started to eat the cat food and leave the dog food what should I do?
Place the cat food at higher place where only the cats can go to eat their food, then heat up the canned food and put it out for your dogs. the warm food has a stronger smell. Therefore they will more likely go and eat it. Cat food contains too much fat for dogs. Some dogs may not always be affected, but they could have an attack of pancreatitis. This is a very painful condition with vomiting and diarrhea. I just wouldn't risk it. If that doesn't work you can try boiling the dog food and then after it cools down you can give it the boiled food every dog i know loves it
Will bobcats eat frogs?
Well it depends on how hungry the bobcat is. If the bobcat is that hungry ,it will eat whatever it can .But dog food is one of the worst foods for any cat in the world.The bobcat will also eat the dog, giving a whole new level of meaning to the phrase "dog food."
What will happen if you put a dog cat hamster in a room together?
The cat will eat the hamster and the cat and dog will get in a fight that will end badly
Can you dog get diarrhea from eating cat food?
Yes if its wet cat food, dog should only eat dog food.
Do people eat cat food?
Yes and some also eat dog food.
If your dog eats cat food will he refuse to eat or drink the next day?
No. I used to have a dog that would eat nothing but dry cat food, and only Purina cat food. I later found out though, that cat food has a higher amount of protein than dog food, and could have resulted in health problems for my dog if I had kept him on it long term. But an ocassional meal of cat food will not hurt your dog.
Why does your dog always eat the cat food?
high caloric food
Can boxer can eat cat food?
no give them actual dog food.
Will it hurt a min pin to eat cat food?
I think dogs can eat cat food but cats cannot eat dog food, they must have cat food. The reason for this is that cats are unable to make all the vitamins they need and have to be given it in their food, dogs can. Dogs can be vegetarian, cats cannot because of this. Dog food will not harm a cat, but they cannot live on it. Cat food wont hurt a dog but you don't want to give a dog cat food all of the time.dog and cats have different nutrients. It won't hurt him at all, but it shouldn't be encouraged. If you have a dog and a cat, place the cat food on a worktop or garden wall where the cat can climb up but the dog can't get at it. Answer Yes it can cat food has fish oil in it which will cause your dog to lose its hair if he eats cat food all the time.
Is it bad for a cat to eat dog food?
It will probably do the dog no harm; but since cat food is designed for a cat's physiology, it is probably not the best choice for him nutritionally.
Do all frogs and toads eat dog and cat food?
No, not all frogs and toads eat dog and cat food. Frogs and toads have different dietary needs depending on their species, and many of them primarily eat insects, small invertebrates, or plants. It is important to research and provide an appropriate diet for the specific species of frog or toad you are keeping as a pet.
What do you do if your dog will eat dry cat food and loves it but will not eat dry dog food?
go to your vet and see if there is a medical problem and seek advie
What do wild kats eat?
stuff in the garbage and in the dog or cat food
What if your dog eats cat food?
It is advisable to feed the dog food specially designed for that species. Cat food usually has far more protein and extra nutrients than dog food, and it can be very addictive for the dog. This can put the dog off its original dog food. But some dogs can eat cats food and can still eat its own food, if you give the dog cats food like 2 times a week.
Is it all right to feed a dog dry cat food while they eat wet dog food at night?
Cat food is specially formulated for feline digestion. A dog should only be given high quality dry and wet dog food.
