Rice
SafeVerdict
Yes — gentle on the stomach, good for upset tummies.
Source: ASPCA · Verified 2026-06-12
Verdict
Plain cooked white or brown rice is safe for cats. White rice is commonly used in bland diets for cats with diarrhea or vomiting because it is easy to digest. Do not add butter, seasoning, or salt.
Symptoms to watch for
- • none expected from plain rice
What to do
Serve plain, cooked, unseasoned rice. Mix with plain boiled chicken as a bland diet during GI recovery.
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