Cats generally cannot drink alcohol. Wine contains a large amount of alcohol, which will affect physical health and increase the burden on liver and kidney function. Cats do not have hangover-relieving enzymes in their bodies. Drinking wine may cause liver and kidney failure and affect the normal operation of the body. It can even be life-threatening. If the cat accidentally drinks alcohol, it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular hospital for examination in time, and then take treatment measures based on the examination results, otherwise it will easily affect the health of the cat.

1. Why cats can’t drink alcohol

Wine contains water, alcohol and polyols. Alcohol, also known as ethanol, is the most abundant component and determines the degree of the wine. It will cause irritation after drinking. The gastric mucosa can cause stomach pain, acid reflux, vomiting and other symptoms, and can also cause damage to liver and kidney function. Therefore, cats generally cannot drink alcohol to avoid affecting their health.

2. The harm to the body of cats drinking

Cats drinking can easily cause alcohol poisoning, which can lead to accelerated heart rate, abnormal mental reactions and mood changes. It can also cause skin diseases and allergies. In case of shock, you need to adjust your living habits. You cannot give your cat alcohol. If you have symptoms of discomfort, it is recommended that you take your cat to a regular pet hospital for treatment in a timely manner.

3. Precautions and treatment after the cat accidentally drinks alcohol

If the cat drinks alcohol by accident, and it is a small amount, the cat needs to drink more warm water, which can speed up the body’s metabolism. , promote alcohol metabolism. If you drink a lot of alcohol and there is no relief by drinking more warm water, you need to follow the doctor's advice and improve it by inducing vomiting and gastric lavage, which can reduce the damage to the body.