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Can cats eat coconut & coconut oil?

A little

Less than half a teaspoon of oil; skip coconut water, which is high in potassium.

How much

Up to per day 2g about 0.4 pieces · 1 teaspoon ≈ 4.5 g

4 kg adult cat, treats ≤10% of ~200 kcal/day

PreparationA tiny amount mixed into food.

Why

Coconut meat and oil are nearly pure fat — too much risks diarrhea or pancreatitis. The hairball claim is weak. Coconut water is high in potassium.

If your cat has a condition

  • Kidney disease OK to give Lower than the 2,000 mg/1000kcal kidney-diet line. Phosphorus 0 mg/1000kcal
  • Diabetes OK to give Low in carbohydrate. Carbs 0% of calories
  • Heart disease (HCM) OK to give Low in salt. Sodium 20 mg/1000kcal
  • Urinary stones OK to give No specific stone concern known — water intake matters more.

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrients per 100 g, with phosphorus also shown per 1000 kcal
Calories918 kcal
Protein0 g
Fat99.67 g
Carbohydrate0.33 g
Phosphorus0 mg
Sodium18 mg
Potassium30 mg

Source: Korea MFDS Food Nutrient Database — 코코넛유

SourcesReviewed 2026-10-24

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