Shrimp absorb iodine from seawater, so cats with hyperthyroidism or other conditions requiring iodine control may need it limited. Shells and tails are a choking hazard, and some cats can develop a shellfish allergy.
Serve fully cooked with the shell and tail removed, offered only sparingly as an occasional treat.
No. They can cause choking or irritate the digestive tract, so offer only peeled, fully cooked shrimp.
It is best avoided. Raw shellfish can carry bacteria that may make a cat ill, so shrimp should be plain and thoroughly cooked.
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