If it is raw small fish that has not been processed, it is best not for cats to eat it. Because unprocessed raw fish meat may contain parasites and bacteria, such as Toxoplasma gondii. It is not good for their health, and raw small fish is not conducive to digestion, which will put a certain burden on their gastrointestinal tract and easily cause diarrhea and other uncomfortable symptoms. Moreover, some cats are allergic to raw small fish, so if you want to feed it, you must cook it before feeding it to them. However, even if it is cooked, you cannot feed it more, just once or twice a week.

Notes on feeding raw fish to cats:

1. Raw fish cannot be fed directly to cats. It must be frozen for at least 3 days. , it needs to be packed in a sealed bag when thawing, soaked in cold water and then placed in the refrigerator to thaw slowly, which can reduce the growth of bacteria.

2. It must be fully defrosted when feeding. Cats’ gastrointestinal organs are relatively weak, and food that is too cold may cause gastrointestinal discomfort in cats. Very prone to diarrhea and gastrointestinal allergies. Therefore, it is recommended to fully defrost to room temperature when feeding.

3. There are parasites in raw meat, and even if they are fully frozen, there is no guarantee that they will be completely eliminated. Therefore, it is recommended to deworm more frequently than usual. Generally, cats that do not eat raw meat should be dewormed every three months. Cats that eat raw meat should be dewormed once a month.

4. It should not be left for too long. Raw meat is easier to deteriorate than cooked meat. The cat must finish eating the raw fish within 2 hours. Eating spoiled fish will cause gastrointestinal discomfort in cats.