Is cat food safe for dogs?

While most cat food is not poisonous or toxic to dogs, it is not formulated to meet their needs. Cat food is typically much lower in protein than dog food, and contains insufficient amounts of some nutrients, such as Taurine. As a result, eating too much cat food can lead to health problems in dogs such as;

- *Nutritional deficiencies* - Cat food is often lower in protein and other essential nutrients that dogs need, so eating too much of it can lead to deficiencies.

- *Weight gain* - Cat food is typically higher in calories than dog food, so dogs who eat it may gain weight.

- *Gastrointestinal upset* - Eating cat food can cause digestive problems such as vomiting, diarrhoea and constipation in dogs.

Therefore, as a general rule, it is not recommended to allow dogs to eat cat food on a regular basis.