CATDOLL : Can cats take vitamin C?

Cats can eat vitamin C. But they cannot eat it in large quantities, because vitamin C is very irritating to the oral mucosa of cats, and eating a large amount may cause cats to lose their appetite. Also, they cannot eat human vitamin C, mainly because the amount of vitamin C required by cats is different from that required by humans, and the dosage cannot be controlled. If taken in excessive amounts, it will also be harmful to the cat's body.

When do cats need to supplement vitamin C?

1. Cats need to supplement vitamin C when they are injured. Sufficient vitamin C can promote wound healing.

2. Kittens need to supplement vitamin C. Kittens grow fast and are prone to VC deficiency, so generally speaking, they need to be given additional VC supplements.

3. Sick cats need to supplement vitamin C. The sick cat’s demand for vitamin C increases, but the body’s synthesis ability decreases, so supplementation is also needed at this time.