For years I have been told that spinach was not good for my pets. Now it is being put in…
This is a good question because there has been some confusion over the years about the feeding of spinach to pets. The biggest concern with consuming spinach in both pets and humans is the oxalate content found in spinach. Oxalate can combine with calcium to form calcium oxalate crystals which can be harmful to the urinary tract. However, the levels currently being used in pet foods are not high enough to be of concern. Spinach is currently used at levels well below any level that would be considered harmful. Also please remember that Nestle Purina would not use an ingredient in their foods without investigating the safety of the ingredient. If your cat has had issues with kidney disease or urinary tract problems, you might consider discussing with your veterinarian whether a diet containing spinach is the right choice for your cat.
Original post by Cat Advice (Emotional): Purina® Cat Chow® Mentor Amy Shojai and software by Elliott Back
