Here's why:
* Xylitol: Many sugar-free candies, including lollipops, use xylitol as a sweetener. Xylitol is highly toxic to cats and can cause serious health problems, including liver failure, seizures, and even death.
* Artificial sweeteners: Other artificial sweeteners, while not as dangerous as xylitol, can still cause stomach upset and other digestive issues in cats.
* Candy wrappers: The wrappers themselves pose a choking hazard and can cause intestinal blockages.
If your cat accidentally eats a sugar-free lollipop, contact your veterinarian immediately.
It's best to keep all sweets, including sugar-free ones, out of reach of your cat. Cats have different dietary needs than humans, and what's safe for us can be very dangerous for them.