Adult golden retrievers can eat cat food. Cat food is rich in protein and dietary fiber, which can supplement nutrition for adult golden retrievers. However, it is not recommended to feed adult golden retrievers cat food because golden retrievers and cats have different protein needs, and cat food contains more meat protein and less fiber. Dogs may develop obesity, abnormal feces, pica, etc. after eating cat food. Dog food is rich in protein and dietary fiber, which is relatively easy for dogs to digest. Therefore, it is recommended that pet owners feed golden retrievers dog food specifically designed for golden retrievers.

The dangers of golden retrievers eating cat food for a long time:

1. Causes golden retriever obesity: Cats are carnivores, so the meat content of cat food will be very high. Although golden retrievers It also requires a certain amount of meat, but it is much less than that of cat food! Therefore, when a golden retriever eats cat food, it may cause the golden retriever to become obese. It can even induce diseases such as heart disease, pancreatitis, and hyperglycemia.

2. Causes golden retriever taurine poisoning: Cat food contains taurine, a nutrient needed for cat growth, but golden retrievers do not need this substance. Some golden retrievers eat cat food and cannot bear it, which can lead to taurine poisoning in golden retrievers.

3. Causes calcium loss in Golden Retriever bones: Cats need more animal protein than dogs. When Golden Retrievers eat too much cat food, it may cause Golden Retrievers to consume too much sulfur-containing amino acids. Too much will lead to the loss of calcium in the Golden Retriever's bones, which will lead to the problem of Golden Retriever osteoporosis.