Can cats eat lambs?

Though we do not exactly picture our housecats as fierce predators—we would much rather find ourselves surrounded by a pack of calicos than a pride of lions—most of us are aware that our kitties are meat-eaters. read more

Pork is safe for cats to eat, although ham and bacon should be avoided. Smoked meats have a high sodium content and can contain sulfites, which are not ideal for cats. Pork should always be cooked to an internal temperature of 140 F. read more

Yes, cats can eat lamb in moderation. As obligate carnivores, our feline friends are perfectly equipped to consume fresh meat on a regular basis, and lamb is generally considered a safe option—especially for pets who have food allergies. read more

Cats want a quick kill with a single bite on the back of the neck and no injury inflicted upon them. So a lamb would take a pretty large cat to take it down. A mountain lion could easily kill sheep. A bobcat which weighs maybe 20 to 30 lb might try to take a small lamb. But a domestic cat would deem it too large. read more