Raw Eggs

Q: Can cats eat Raw Eggs? — CatToxic

Toxic: Avoid — Salmonella risk and biotin interference. Raw eggs carry Salmonella bacteria that can cause food poisoning in cats. Additionally, raw egg whites contain avidin, an enzyme that blocks biotin (vitamin B7) absorption. With regular raw egg feeding, this can lead to biotin deficiency affecting skin, coat, and neurological health. Fully cooked eggs are an excellent protein source for cats; raw eggs are not worth the risk.

Q: Symptoms to watch for

vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy (Salmonella), skin and coat problems (chronic biotin deficiency)

Toxic

Verdict

Avoid — Salmonella risk and biotin interference.

Toxic principle: Salmonella risk, avidin (blocks biotin)

Source: ASPCA

If your cat ate this

Cats hide symptoms — don't wait and see. Even small amounts of certain substances can be fatal to a cat. Act fast.

1. Call your veterinarian immediately
2. ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435
3. Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661 (consultation fee applies)

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Verdict

Raw eggs carry Salmonella bacteria that can cause food poisoning in cats. Additionally, raw egg whites contain avidin, an enzyme that blocks biotin (vitamin B7) absorption. With regular raw egg feeding, this can lead to biotin deficiency affecting skin, coat, and neurological health. Fully cooked eggs are an excellent protein source for cats; raw eggs are not worth the risk.

Symptoms to watch for

• vomiting
• diarrhea
• lethargy (Salmonella)
• skin and coat problems (chronic biotin deficiency)

What to do

Cook eggs fully before feeding to cats. Scrambled or hard-boiled eggs with no seasoning are a great protein supplement. Never feed raw eggs regularly.

📞 US ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435

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