Miss Kitty wrote in a message to Joan Kelly:
MK> Most animals do not have the necessary enzymes to process
MK> milk/dairy products after infancy. There are lots of exceptions to
MK> the rule of course, humans being a major one! Anyway, if
MK> the yogurt gives your cat diarrhea, then don't feed it to
MK> her - same rule for giving cats a bowl of milk. If it doesn't seem
MK> to bother her digestive tract, then there's probably no harm done.
MK> Can't forget the diclaimer....
MK> As always, consult your vet for the final word.... :-)
Thanks for the comment. :-) Since I haven't noticed any problems with Soo
Ling, I guess she will go on having her treat. I will mention it to the vet,
though, next time I see him.
I never cease to be surprised at times, though. My sister was always
frowning and "tsk"ing at me whenever Danny (my Collie) had a beer in her
presence. I armed myself with information from the vet, who told me the
yeast was actually good for him (he suffered from skin problems relating to
the underactive thyroid). It didn't stop Eileen from continuing to express
disapproval. I guess she figured I was a "bad influence". :-) I never have
had a cat that liked the taste of alcohol, though Jessica did like Chili.
Joan
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