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Have you ever purchased cat grass? It’s an inexpensive treat that cats tend to enjoy, but why? Most of us don’t think of cats as being animals who want to eat vegetables,
“Although cats are obligate carnivores (which means they need to get the majority of their nutrition from meat and fish-based sources), they do occasionally enjoy nibbling on some green stuff,” says Dr. Jamie Richardson, Medical Chief of Staff at Small Door Veterinary.
Here’s what you need to know.
Is cat grass good for cats?
In addition to being a tasty treat for cats, cat grass can be healthy and beneficial. Dr.
“Eating certain types of grass or plants can aid cats with their digestion,” says Richardson, adding that regularly nibbling on cat grass can help relieve constipation, and assist in the removal of non-digestible materials (like furballs). It can also provide them with some nutrients, such as folic acid.
Meaning eating it can improve your cat’s overall health. It can also be a lot of fun for cats. Enrichment is extremely important to your cat’s physical and emotional health and cat grass gives cats something to explore and nibble at.
Where to buy?
From pet stores to farmer’s markets cat grass available widely available but what is it?
“Cat grass is not a specific type of plant, but typically a grass mixture,” says Dr. Richardson.
It generally involves wheat, rye, barley, and oats. In addition to being able to purchase fully grown cat grass, you can also often find seeds which you can then plant in a container of your choice and grow at home.
Not all grasses are safe for cats
As not all grasses are safe for cats it’s always a good idea to review the ASPCA’s list of toxic plants before bringing any plant into your home regardless of if you intend for your cat to eat them. This will help you ensure that any plants in your house are safe if your cat chooses to nibble on them.
Why does my cat throw up after eating cat grass?
A common concern many cat guardians bring up with cat grass is that they find their cat vomits after eating it. But as alarming as that can be Dr. Richardson confirms that it’s a common and normal occurrence.
“This is usually because they ingested the grass to help them vomit up a furball or another non-digestible item,” says Dr. Richardson.
It’s important to pay attention to how much your cat vomits after eating it.
“ If they only vomit once and there are no other concerning signs (such as lethargy, unwillingness to eat, etc.), there is not usually any reason to be concerned,” says Dr. Richardson.
But if your cat vomits repeatedly, or vomits every time they eat it you should get them checked out by a veterinarian to rule out any medical issues.
What You’ll Need:
• Coffee filter (Amazon ) or paper towel (Unbleached) (Amazon )
• Glass bowl/jar (Amazon )
• Organic oat (Amazon ) or wheat (Amazon) grass seeds
• Water, filtered if possible
• Grow stones (Amazon )
1. Put some grow stones in your jar. Fill it about 2/3 full. Line a paper towel or filter on top of the stones. (Amazon )
2. Add a thin layer of seeds on top of the paper towel. If you’d like to speed up the process, pre-soak the seeds in water overnight. Oat (Amazon ), Wheat (Amazon)
3. Fill the jar with water up to the paper towel. Keep water at this level even while your grass is growing. (Amazon )
4. In a few days your seeds will sprout. In 7-10 days the grass will be ready for your cat to eat. Make sure to keep your grass watered. The level doesn’t have to be as high as when they’re sprouting. Just don’t let it dry out.
If you want to make a cat grass bed but don’t want to grow the grass, try this article on making a grass bed with artificial turf: Make A Grass Bed For Your Indoor Cat
Health Benefit of Cat Grass
Induce Vomiting
I know, why would you want to induce vomiting? Well in situations where your cat may ingest something toxic or a type of food that causes an allergic reaction, the ability to induce vomiting could come in handy.
Speeds Up The Digestion Process
Cat grass can be a nice side to your cat’s main coarse of dry kibble. Cat grass will help that kibble digest easier and faster.
Constipation and Diarrhea
Because it is such a good source of fiber, If your cat has diarrhea or is constipated; cat grass can treat or even prevent it.
Cough Up Hair Balls
Not only does cat grass help prevent hair balls from forming in the stomach, but it also can help your cat cough them up.
Supplemental
As you know, cat grass is a great source of fiber, but it also contains vitamin B and niacin.
I hope these tips and fun facts prove to be helpful to you and your cat. At the very least, if you follow the instructions, you’ll get cat grass that your cat will enjoy for as long as it takes him to eat it. If you have any recommendations, please don’t hesitate to mention them in the comments section. Thanks for reading.
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