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Can cats eat spiders?

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It is not necessarily harmful for cats to eat spiders, but it is not recommended to let cats eat spiders. For one thing, spiders may carry parasites or other pathogens, and cats may contract diseases if they eat them. On the other hand, if a spider is killed, sometoxins may remain in the body. If cats eat these toxins, they may cause symptoms of poisoning, such as vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, etc.

Can cats eat spiders

Cats' eating habits are very complex, except for humans Feeding, their hunting range is also quite wide. Their main prey include small rodents, birds, fish, and some arthropods, including spiders. Therefore, although cats eat spiders, it is not necessarily Harmful, but it is not recommended to let cats eat spiders. If your cat accidentally eats a spider, your cat's health should be closely monitored. If any unusual symptoms occur, it is recommended to take your cat to the veterinarian.