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Feeding 



Foods. — Of the meats, raw beef is the most pre- 

 ferable food for cats. This should make up the 

 major part of the diet. Boiled and roast beef, 

 lamb, or veal may also be used in limited quantities. 

 Raw liver is also very good, and because of its 

 laxative action is often desirable. Boiled or fried 

 liver, however, should never be given. 



Cereals may be given to the cats that like them, 

 in limited quantities. Farina, Cream of Wheat, and 

 oatmeal, covered with milk, will help to give body 

 to the diet. Some vegetables, such as spinach, 

 string beans, and carrots, may also be given. There 

 are on the market cat foods which are by many 

 highly recommended. Bread may often be given 

 when moistened with milk. 



Milk may be given freely, provided the cat does 

 not show a weakness to it. Should it cause diar- 

 rhea, its use must be discontinued. Cats can have 

 free access to water at all times, but as a rule they 

 do not care much for it. 



Feeding. — The cat should be fed at least twice a 

 day. The quantity of food allowed must depend on 

 the age and general condition of the animal. Grow- 

 ing cats will require more in proportion to their 

 size than those already matured. A fully developed 

 animal in good condition will require only enough 

 food to maintain an even weight. The food should 

 be given at regular intervals and in regular amounts. 



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