Cats can eat sweetcorn, and it is non-toxic and safe for them in small amounts. However, sweetcorn should only be given as an occasional treat and not as a significant part of their diet, since cats are obligate carnivores and need most of their nutrition from animal protein. Feeding too much sweetcorn can cause digestive issues and provide little nutritional benefit to cats. The recommended amount is to keep sweetcorn under about 10-15% of a cat’s daily caloric intake, and for an average indoor cat, this is roughly under 35 grams of sweetcorn per day. It is best to serve plain, cooked sweetcorn without any seasoning or additives to cats. In summary:
- Sweetcorn is safe but not nutritionally necessary for cats.
- It should be offered in moderation as a treat, not a regular food.
- Avoid seasoning, butter, or any additives on sweetcorn.
- Avoid corn products like popcorn, corn chips, or cornbread due to added salt, spices, or choking hazards.
- Kittens should not be given sweetcorn as their diet should focus on high-protein animal foods.
- Always watch for any allergic or digestive reactions when introducing sweetcorn.
