In a viral TikTok video, a cat owner from Alaska left their turkey on the counter to cool down before dinner, but their cat had different plans and internet users can’t cope with what he did next.
The hilarious clip, shared in November under the username @tammyleemitchell0, shows the tuxedo cat sitting on the counter, biting huge chunks out of the turkey, of which he’s already eaten about a half.
Turkey is just as safe as chicken as long as it’s cooked, unseasoned and without bones, which are very dangerous. Bones can break in the cat’s stomach, damaging their organs and can often cause choking too. Spices and seasonings are also a big no for pets.
According to the RSPCA Oxfordshire Branch, many common Christmas foods can be toxic or even lethal for our furbabies. Chocolate contains theobromine, which dogs and cats cannot metabolize, so even small amounts should be avoided.
Raisins and sultanas can cause kidney damage or failure if eaten. Onions and onion gravy can break down red blood cells leading to anemia, and high salt in gravy is also risky. Grapes and similar fruits are harmful, while macadamia nuts can cause vomiting and diarrhea due to high fat content.
Crisps, high in fat and sodium, often lead to gastrointestinal upset, and avocado contains persin, which may induce vomiting and diarrhea. Alcohol is highly toxic and can trigger serious seizures.
Bones are risky too: cooked bones can splinter and cause damage throughout the digestive tract, and raw bones carry bacteria and may lead to blockages or broken teeth.
If you want your pet to take part in your Christmas celebration in a safe way, try giving them lean cooked unseasoned meat without any bones, and vegetables in moderation, while continuing their regular diet.
The video quickly went viral on social media and it has so far received over 796,000 views and 123,600 likes on the platform.
One user, Jailaam12, commented: “Yeah no…. My cat knows I don’t even play like that.”
Roastyloo333 said: “He looks a bit older I’m sure she’s letting him eat turkey for the memories.”
Selo added: “My cat and I share food [I don’t give a f***] I kiss her on her little nose too.”
Newsweek reached out to @tammyleemitchell0 for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case.
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