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Can cats eat shrimp (cooked)?

A little

Shelled, cooked plain, one or two — a common allergen.

How much

Up to per day 16g about 2 pieces · 1 medium shrimp ≈ 8 g

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

PreparationShell, tail and vein removed, boiled without salt.

Why

Good protein, but some cats are allergic to seafood. Shells and tails are indigestible, and seasoned snacks are salty.

If your cat has a condition

  • Kidney disease Avoid Above the 2,000 mg/1000kcal kidney-diet line — keep it small. Phosphorus 3,023 mg/1000kcal
  • Diabetes OK to give Low in carbohydrate. Carbs 0% of calories
  • Heart disease (HCM) A little Moderately salty — small amounts. Sodium 1,550 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
Calories129 kcal
Protein28.2 g
Fat0.5 g
Carbohydrate0 g
Phosphorus390 mg 3,023 mg/1000kcal
Sodium200 mg
Potassium500 mg

Source: Korea MFDS Food Nutrient Database — 새우류_보리새우_육_삶은것_대표_평균

SourcesReviewed 2026-10-24

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