Can cats or dogs eat canned tuna?
Cats: Be careful · Dogs: Be careful — Tuna in spring water or water is an occasional snack. But don't make it the main food. Canned tuna for humans does not contain added vitamin B1. Cats who eat it regularly are at risk of vitamin B1 deficiency and mercury accumulation. Avoid those in oil or seasoning. Only give once or twice a week. Choose the type in water. Pour out the water first. If you want to fish regularly Use fish formula animal feed that is full of vitamins instead.
English nameCanned tuna
catshould be careful
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Symptoms that may be experienced
- Loss of appetite (if eating mainly for a long time)
- Weight loss
- Neurological symptoms from vitamin B1 deficiency in severe cases
Instructions
Only give once or twice a week. Choose the type in water. Pour out the water first. If you want to fish regularly Use fish formula animal feed that is full of vitamins instead.
This information is used for preliminary decision making only. It is not a veterinary diagnosis or advice. If your pet has abnormal symptoms or eats or comes into contact with something that may be dangerous. Contact your veterinarian orAnimal clinic 24 hrs.immediately
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