Aftermath of Leaving Spaghetti and Meatballs Unattended Near Cat Goes Viral
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In a viral TikTok video, a young woman tries to eat meatballs spaghetti for dinner but her cat has different ideas, and internet users can't stop laughing.
In the hilarious clip shared in June under the username @eliiszsa, the poster shows what is left of her dinner after the feline attack. The following shot shows the culprit, her white-and-gray cat, covered in marinara sauce, and still chewing pasta.
The video quickly went viral on social media and has so far received over 25.6 million views and more than 5.1 million likes on the platform.
Most users sided with the cat. William Brochu, commented: "Clearly he was attacked by the pasta, that's just self-defense."
Lorenza added: "As an Italian I can confirm that pasta can be very dangerous."
Others warned the poster against allowing the kitty near her food, because some of the things that we regularly eat without issues can be toxic to our felines.
Charity Cats' Protection says that many of our foods can be toxic to felines, and while others aren't toxic, they are likely to be unnecessary for our pets, who are obligated carnivores and must stick to a diet that fulfills their nutritional needs.
Alcohol and alcohol-containing substances, even in small amounts, are extremely dangerous due to toxic compounds such as ethanol and isopropanol. Avocados, rich in fat and containing the toxin persin, can be harmful if consumed in large quantities.
Chocolate, coffee, and other caffeine-containing items contain methylxanthines, which are toxic to cats. Grapes, raisins, and currants can lead to kidney failure, especially in felines with preexisting kidney conditions.
Onion, garlic, and other allium vegetables are toxic in any form and may cause anemia. Raw meat, fish, and eggs pose risks of harmful bacteria and parasites, while raw bones can cause choking or blockages.
Most cats are also lactose-intolerant, and even lactose-free or plant-based cheeses may contain harmful ingredients. Nuts such as macadamia and walnuts are high in fats that can upset their stomach.
Another common food that is toxic to cats is yeast dough, which can expand in the stomach, causing severe complications.
Stock image: A cat tries to steal spaghetti from his owner's dinner plate.
Stock image: A cat tries to steal spaghetti from his owner's dinner plate.
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Newsweek reached out to @eliiszsa for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case.
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