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Can cats eat raw egg whites (cats)?

Be careful read the fine print

The problem compound: avidin (blocks biotin absorption). For: cats.

An occasional raw lick is negligible — the old farm-cat raw-egg habit only hurts when it's regular.

Symptoms to watch

skin/coat issues over long-term feeding

What this looks like when it goes wrong — most exposures stay mild.

Sources: Merck Veterinary Manual. Reference information — not a substitute for your veterinarian, who knows your pet's history.

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