Well, has my cat become a vegetarian, some pet owners ask themselves when the house cat gnaws on the long green stalks again. But there are completely different reasons for consuming the grass. You can read about this and why it is worth offering cat grass to a cat on this page.
Why is cat grass important for cats?
Cats eat cat grass to promote gagging and make it easier to spit out swallowed fur. It also contains important nutrients such as folic acid, which are an effective nutritional supplement. However, cat grass should be stored out of the cat's reach and should not be fed dry.
Why do cats eat cat grass?
If you own a cat, you know that grooming is a high priority in a cat's life. The animals constantly lick their fur to remove dust and dirt with their saliva. Cats often swallow loose fur, which they then regurgitate by regurgitating a ball of hair. Eating cat grass promotes the urge to gag and makes spitting out easier. Cat grass also contains many important nutrients such as folic acid, which is why it is an effective dietary supplement.
Can the grass also be harmful?
However, your cat can also be harmed if fed incorrectly. After a while, for example, the stalks become woody, which can lead to cuts in the mouth and esophagus. The grass also absorbs pollutants such as nicotine from the environment. The cats eat these, so to speak.
How often feed?
In addition, an oversupply of nutrients can quickly occur, which has a harmful effect on the stomach lining. Therefore, store the plant out of your cat's reach.
Which variety is best?
Cat grass is available in two varieties:
- the sour grasses
- and the sweet grasses
The sweet grasses mainly include local grains such as wheat or oats. These varieties are suitable due to their rapid growth
- if you want to grow your cat grass yourself.
- if regular pruning is no problem for you.
- if you want to feed your cat cat grass very often.
An alternative is the slightly harder Cyprus grass.
Cat grass as a lawn
In summer it is a relief to walk barefoot on soft grass. You shouldn't reserve this for your indoor cat either. Plant cat grass in a large, shallow bowl where your cat can cool down in warm temperatures.
