Cats are one the most loved pets in the world, and in many families, cats are treated as equal to human beings and are loved and cherished. This does not mean you can feed your cat whatever you eat. There are certain foods that can trigger unpleasant and dangerous reactions in cats. Here are the most toxic foods for cats that you should know of.

1. Chocolate
You may be tempted to offer your cat a piece of the chocolate that you are eating. Do know that chocolate is one of the most toxic foods for cats that need to be avoided. Chocolate contains an ingredient called theobromine that can cause a variety of health conditions including gastrointestinal problems, nausea, dizziness, and seizures.

2. Onions and Garlic
Another category of food that cats should never eat is tubers like onions and garlic. Both these vegetables may be very healthy for human beings; for cats, consuming these foods lead to the breaking down of the red blood cells in the body and subsequent anemia. When compared to onions, garlic is several times more toxic for cats and needs to be avoided at all costs.

3. Alcohol
Cats are really small beings and animals are not designed to consume alcohol. Just 2 to 3 spoons of unadulterated alcohol can cause a cat to go into a coma. And quantities more than that can kill the cat. If you have a bar at home, make sure the bottles are all out of reach of your curious pet.

4. Fresh and Dry Grapes
Doctors don’t understand why but grapes are not fruits that cats can digest well. Fresh grapes can cause a variety of kidney problems in cats. Dry grapes (raisins) are one of the most toxic foods for cats. Raisins are concentrated forms of grapes and hence they cause more damage to the kidneys and even lead to kidney failure in cats.

5. Raw Eggs and Meats
Raw eggs and raw meat are a powerhouse for salmonella and e.coli. Even human beings are advised to stay away from raw meat and eggs. Do not mix raw meat or eggs with your cat’s kibble as these foods can cause stomach infections, diarrhea, and all kinds of food poisoning in cats. Always ensure meat and eggs are thoroughly cooked before you serve them.

6. Coffee
Coffee is a diuretic and it also contains certain amounts of Theobromine. This makes coffee one food to never offer cats. Such a rule is true for other kinds of caffeinated drinks like soda, energy drinks, and even tea. Offer water in plenty and that should be enough to keep cats hydrated.

All these foods are the most toxic for cats, and you need to avoid serving these to your pets. Make sure all these foods are locked away to prevent the cat from consuming them accidentally.