Some cats become very anxious or even aggressive at the vet. Baby food's ok, when i got my ferral kitties (a handful but i love them) they were sick and needed meds and i asked the vet what to feed them they said baby food was ok my cats only ate the chicken flavor though they're finky little eaters for ferral cats -.- Although baby food is good for cat consumption, it is important to know when they require this special treat. Environmental stressors can also greatly affect our sensitive felines. You are right to be concerned about baby food. Care for your cat’s special needs. Baby food can be used to coax a sick dog to eat and a way to help them take their medicine. It may help stimulate the appetite when they are not eating. Have you ever tried to hand feed your cat? If you cat is sick, she may have lost her appetite, especially if she has a congested nose and can't perceive smells properly. Contents of ArticleCats typically need high-calorie foods for one of three reasons.Choosing the Best High-Calorie Cat FoodThe best high calorie cat food is ultra-appetizing, encouraging finicky or sick cats to eat.Kitten food is usually a good choice.Opt for calories from fat and protein rather than carbohydrates.Protein quality is paramount, particularly for senior cats.If your cat […] Do not try to make the cat vomit yourself, unless told to do so by the vet. Worse, they sometimes wait until their cat is sick. If your cat wants rest or to be left alone, honor its wishes. If you can't get a cat to eat at all, particularly a sick cat, you can try baby food for a time. Pets World explains that baby food can also help cats take their medicine. They may wait several years to bring their cats to the vet for check-ups. If your pet is ill, always consult your vet. Still, small amounts of cheese and milk can prove useful in getting a sick cat to take their medicine. keep a litter tray next to the sick cat but away from feeding dishes and always have clean cat litter. Caring for your cat in this way and being patient with it can comfort it. Have you ever tried to hand feed your cat? Onions are toxic to cats. Useful for sick cats, baby food is palatable to cats and easy to digest. Give them some canned/wet food (the stinkier the better — try seafood varieties) Give them some meat baby food; Add some water from a can of tuna or anchovies to their food The content of Magnesium and Potassium is way too less in this vinegar and feeding your cat vinegar for these contents is quite useless as in order to get its effect, your cat has to drink a lot of it that is definitely not an option. City-Data Forum > General Forums > Pets > Cats: My Baby is sick! I shall meditate in the sun puddle undisturbed. Boiled or steamed rice is useful for cats with gastrointestinal problems who need a bland diet. The most popular flavors with cats are chicken, turkey and ham. Although baby food is good for cat consumption, it is important to know when they require this special treat. Always keep a few jars handy! Thanks for all the help! Bread can be a good source of fiber and protein for cats. Best of luck Baby Food. Enter your account data and we will send you a link to reset your password. Sometimes gentle reassurance is all your cat needs. Posted by grafoman. It is easy to digest and contains a lot of useful nutrients. But be very careful about the ingredients. Onions are toxic to cats. Yes, definitively, cats should not be fed rice long term as they need taurine! 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