Being a cat parent, I can totally accept the fact that we are very keen to make our cats eat what we eat and give them the taste of some of the food products that we consume.
Cats being the enamoring pets glance at our food which makes us give away, but have you took a step back and thought of what food products can be toxic and fatal for your cat?
I bet you must have, however, you never found any relevant data to build your theories and just put a halt to such practices and daily behaviors.
Today, we are going to put emphasis on such a topic that concerns soda. Sounds familiar?
There may be days where your cat will find you sipping on a soda can and you would want to provide them some. But there is a loophole. Immediately stop and know soda comprises of caffeine, sugar, and syrups that are harmful to a cat and also is an addition of added artificial sweeteners that act as a major trigger to severe diseases.
Let’s extend it further down below.
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Can Cats Drink Soda?
Cats cannot drink soda. As it is an amalgamation of sodium bicarbonate, high sugar syrup, carbon dioxide, sugar, water, and varied flavorings with phosphoric acid and citric acid used as preservatives.
It is also quite evident that soda is also an addition of caffeine which can be heavy for a feline’s body to consume and break down which will lead to the accumulation and formulation of toxic products inside the body.
Also, the thing worth mentioning here is, there is the very slight possibility of it being toxic if your cat has ingested or just licked your soda can, there is nothing to worry about in such cases as a small amount isn’t sufficient to cause severe harms to a feline.
Why Is Soda Bad For Cats?
Soda is bad for cats because it comprises sugar, salts, and artificial flavorings to make it more appetizing for humans.
However, when such substances are ingested by a feline in excess of the number of such contents that exceed the total intake values in their diet, it is very probable that a feline will suffer blockage in their vital organs, stomach aches, and severe health complications.
Furthermore, citric acid and phosphoric acid are also used as preservatives which are often very harmful as citrus can be harmful to cats and has major toxic levels for a feline.
They are also capable of giving a cat gastrointestinal complications such as discomfort, vomiting, diarrhea, and heavy breathing in case of acidity.
Is Soda Safe For Cats?
Soda is not safe for cats and also not compatible to fulfill the needs of nutrients a feline’s diet must possess to ensure healthy sustainability.
As talked about in earlier parts of the article, soda comprises various contents that can be harmful to a feline if ingested and can further escalate into major health complications.
However, indeliberately licking the soda wouldn’t cause any harm but if given and neglected in the first go, there is a high probability of it erupting in form of various issues such as
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Lethargy
- Disassociation
- Racing heart rate
- High blood pressure
- Sodium poisoning
What Should I Do If My Cat Drinks Soda?
Felines are extremely prone to put themselves in situations they shouldn’t as they have the attribute of inquisitiveness inbuilt in them.
To further take it down to the main point, cats because of their eager nature are very likely to lick or sip the soda you might have poured in the floor unknowingly which will often make your feline keen to look out for the new thing that has come inside their territory.
In such cases, where a feline is not been provided with the daily intake of soda, there are no significant reactions or symptoms a feline is likely to show, however it may differ in cases of different cats as every one of them has a distinctive set of behaviors they like to put forward.
Although, you need to analyze the behavioral patterns feline is making evident after the ingestion as it is necessary to know the time gap in between the symptoms are likely to be showing.
Some of the most common symptoms or reactions a cat will showcase if the ingestion amount is high are-
- Hyperactivity
- Raced heart rate
- Elevated blood pressure
- Lethargy
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
These are some of the major symptoms very common if your feline happens to ingest extreme and high amounts of soda in one go. An urgent vet consultation is essential in such occurrences as it may disrupt the healthy working of the system.
Can Cats Drink Pepsi?
Pepsi has a high caffeine value of 42.6 mg per can which is massively high for a feline to ingest and also tolerate in their bodies.
This will instantly make them feel lethargic and will be toxic for them to cope up with.
Pepsi is a complex soft drink made with high acidic levels and sodium excess to suit the lifestyle and body of humans. When it comes in contact with a body that is sensitive and prone to get triggered, it can further alleviate the existing diseases and also give rise to major health complications.
Henceforth, making Pepsi not a suitable drink to have considering it comprises of contents that can be toxic for a feline.
Some of such contents are-
- Citric acid
- Caffeine
- High fructose corn syrup
- Carbohydrates
- Phosphoric acid
- sugar
Can Cats Drink Sprite?
No, cats shouldn’t drink or be given sprite as it contains citrus acid which is not recommended for felines to have.
Sprite is considered to be a healthy choice than other soft drinks because of its different taste. However, the toxicity and the contents remain the same.
Sprite is high in addictives which also have the properties of making a cat severely ill because of its high sugary and sodium levels present in the drink which makes it a bad choice for felines.
Can Cats Drink Coca-Cola?
Cats cannot drink Coca-cola considering it is comprised of high sugar, carbohydrates, citrus acid, and caffeine which is not essential for a feline’s body and doesn’t have promising nutritional value a feline’s diet must possess.
It should also be added that knowingly serving your cat coca-cola shouldn’t be the objective as highly caffeinated cola is very likely to give seizures in cats.
Licking the soda can might not cause adverse effects however, deliberately making them drink it can be fatal and hazardous for a feline and may even damage their vital organs making them unresponsive.
Can Cats Drink Coke Zero?
Cats will be eager to put anything in their mouth if it is served on their plates. It doesn’t mean they should be allowed to eat or drink certain food contents that are deliberately made to meet the values of a human considering their lifestyle. Some of such food products are coke zero.
Cats shouldn’t be given coke zero as it is not compatible to complete the daily nutritional intake of a feline and in many cases, it has the possibility of being toxic to a feline’s system.
Coke zero is basically being constituted for humans, which says it is zero in calories. However, anything acidic shouldn’t be drunk by a feline as even though it has no calories, it is still high in caffeine and acidic value which makes it quite probable for various complications to find a permanent home inside a feline’s body.
Can Cats Drink Diet Coke?
Cats should be consciously kept away from the intake of sugar in their diets.
When it’s about mentioning the contents of diet coke, it’s worth mentioning that it lacks sugar and uses aspartame as the substitute for it.
Humans look forward to having diet cokes as it promises no addition of sugary contents making it a suitable drink for people looking to balance their weight and still looking for tastier food alternatives. On many levels, their need is fulfilled in such cases.
Coming to another part of the spectrum, diet coke doesn’t possess any necessary nutritional value for a feline and it still comprises many additives which can be harmful to a cat in the long run.
Hence, diet cokes are not a good choice for cats and shouldn’t be given to them considering the nutritional value is none which can benefit a feline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to do if my cat has eaten caffeine?
Caffeine is not a recommended food content for your feline and can be deadly in cases considering it’s a stimulant that intoxicates or addicts the nervous system. Keep a check on the amount that’s been ingested. Induce vomiting to prevent the toxins from entering the bloodstream. Visit the nearest veterinary for further consultation.
Should I allow my cat to have the leftover soda?
No, absolutely not, their bodies are not meant to cope up with any food material that is a complex constitute of caffeine, sugar, and acids. It is capable of causing major health complications and may turn to be fatal too. They need proteins in their diets for which their bodies are fully prepared and not the breaking down process.
Final Words
At the end of this article, it should again be briefly elucidated that cats should drink drinks that comprise soda as the contents are harmful to the body of a feline and absolutely not what a feline needs for healthy sustainability.
Any food that is made to suit humans shouldn’t be fed to a cat as human bodies are built with mechanisms to deal with toxicities that a feline lacks.
A feline should only be given food that is high in protein and is meat-based as it is the diet that is efficient and comprises of essential nutrition a feline needs to carry out their daily lifestyle and activities.
Now, at the very end of my words, let me ask you how you felt after reading the article and what have you gathered as a cat parent.
Do let me know in the comments section, I will be grateful to read you all.
