Milk is not only not beneficial for cats, but it is even dangerous. Russian veterinarian Yelena Frolenko states that most adult cats are lactose intolerant.
"Cats should only be fed milk during kittenhood. After 6-12 weeks, the secretion of the enzyme that breaks down sugar in milk sharply decreases, and sometimes stops completely."
The veterinarian stated that by nature, cats are carnivorous creatures and their bodies are adapted to digest meat. The high lactose content in cow's milk causes fermentation in the animal's intestines, leading to gas, cramps, and diarrhea. The constant inclusion of milk in the diet leads to chronic digestive disorders and malabsorption of beneficial nutrients.
"If you want to please your pet, you can use special lactose-free milks sold in stores. However, this is not a main food, just an occasional treat. The main condition for a cat's health is a balanced meat diet and clean water."
\Demokrat.az