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The two ingredients BHA and BHT have been considered toxic for decades, and they used to be found in snack foods for humans, too.
They are chemical antioxidants that keep the fatty contents of pet food from turning rancid. These chemicals have been linked to birth defects and liver and kidney damage. If a cat ingests them at every single meal it has to take a toll.
The value of BHA and BHT to pet food makers, who still routinely use them, is that once they are doused on kibble, the stuff can stay “fresh” for endless amounts of time.
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Your cat can’t resist them. So leafy, so luscious, your indoor plants make a lovely lunch. But nibbling on leaves and buds can be bad news for her health. Many common houseplants and flowers can actually be toxic to kitties.
Lucky for your feline gourmand, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center site keeps a whole list of toxic and non-toxic plants online. Visit it for the lowdown on specific plants and flowers. Or, if you think your kitty’s already been snacking in the greenhouse, call the hotline at 1-888-426-4435. They’re open when you need them, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – a $60 fee may apply.
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