Woman Gives Kitten Leftover Milk, but There’s a Problem When He Grows Up
Summary
A TikTok video shows a cat demanding milk during breakfast because he was given leftover milk as a kitten. Experts warn most cats are lactose-intolerant and drinking regular cow’s milk can cause stomach problems for them.Key Facts
- A cat featured in a viral TikTok video insists on having milk during breakfast because he used to get leftover milk as a kitten.
- The video has over 126,000 views and nearly 17,000 likes.
- Most cats stop producing lactase, the enzyme needed to digest lactose, after they are weaned at 6 to 12 weeks old.
- Without lactase, undigested lactose causes stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea, and other digestive issues in cats.
- Persistent diarrhea in cats can lead to serious health problems like dehydration and malnutrition.
- Cow’s milk has more lactose than mother cat’s milk, making it harder for kittens and cats to digest.
- Kitten milk replacers are recommended if supplemental feeding is needed instead of cow’s milk.
- Some cats may also be allergic to milk or dairy products, though this is less common.
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