Your cat loves having a treat from time to time, and you like the idea of a cat lapping up a saucer of milk as has been depicted in countless places. Is it safe to feed your cat dairy products like this?

Many people may be surprised to hear that dairy should be kept away from their pet, as the image of the two going together has stood the test of time. However, most adult cats are lactose intolerant, making milk products a poor choice of snack for them. When offered, milk is likely to cause digestive upset in your cat, and keep them from enjoying their day after consuming it. Young cats do produce the enzyme that can digest milk properly so they can consume their mother’s milk, but this generally ceases from happening in cats as they grow older. To know more please contact your local Mobile, AL veterinarian. Visit their site for additional information.