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Can cats eat melon?

A little

A cube or two without seeds or rind — quite a few cats love the smell.

How much

Up to per day 20g about 2 pieces · 1 bite-size cube ≈ 10 g

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

PreparationSeeds and rind removed, diced.

Why

Melon shares some aroma compounds with meat, which may be why some cats are drawn to it. Mostly water and sugar, so a little is fine.

If your cat has a condition

  • Kidney disease OK to give Lower than the 2,000 mg/1000kcal kidney-diet line. Phosphorus 475 mg/1000kcal
  • Diabetes A little At this portion it is only 1.9 g of carbohydrate. Carbs 96% of calories
  • Heart disease (HCM) OK to give Low in salt. Sodium 325 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
Calories40 kcal
Protein1.5 g
Fat0.04 g
Carbohydrate9.64 g
Phosphorus19 mg 475 mg/1000kcal
Sodium13 mg
Potassium374 mg

Source: Korea MFDS Food Nutrient Database — 멜론_머스크_생것

SourcesReviewed 2026-10-24

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