{"id":10696,"date":"2022-06-17T12:53:50","date_gmt":"2022-06-17T12:53:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/catschef.com\/?p=10696"},"modified":"2022-06-17T12:56:04","modified_gmt":"2022-06-17T12:56:04","slug":"can-cats-eat-squash","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/catschef.com\/can-cats-eat-squash\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Cats Eat Squash? What&#8217;s The Deal With This Tasty Treat?"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:66.450216450216%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:141.50076569678%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>You just learned about the newest spaghetti squash recipe trending on TikTok and your four-legged friend is already giving you the side-eye. Her meows of desperation suggest she hasn&rsquo;t eaten anything in days, but she just had a bowl of kibble&hellip; Argh, can cats eat squash?!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Butternut squash, summer squash, winter squash, acorn, pumpkin, zucchini&hellip; They come in all shapes and sizes. They make for a great pumpkin puree or a pumpkin pie filling, and they make your feline friend happy and healthy. So yes, <strong>cats can eat squash<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to our friends over at the ASPCA, all forms of squash are considered safe for your cat. Squash is one of those rare plant-based foods that are surprisingly beneficial to your cat&rsquo;s health. Scroll down to uncover everything there is to know about this fragrant fruit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">So, can cats eat squash?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you read that right! While squash does get commonly mistaken for a veggie, it&rsquo;s actually a large fleshy fruit. Still, we&rsquo;re all glad that we&rsquo;re treating this plant as a vegetable since I don&rsquo;t know who would like to bite into it when enjoying a bowl of fruit salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s used in different delicious recipes in kitchens around the world. But, could it be used in your furry friend&rsquo;s kitchen, too? Can cats eat squash?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cats are obligate carnivores which means they require heaps of meat, animal protein, and animal-sourced nutrients to survive and thrive. Squash doesn&rsquo;t fall under that category. But, it&rsquo;s actually one of the few plants that can provide your cat with a bunch of nutritional and health benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Actually, most commercially available cat foods include squash as one of their ingredients. That&rsquo;s because it provides your cat with heaps of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and dietary fiber. So yes, <strong>cats can eat squash<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&rsquo;s no reason to panic when your mischievous monster decides to pull a Bonnie and Clyde move and sneaks a bite of your roasted butternut. But, it&rsquo;s important to remember that the cooking method and the ingredients you used determine whether your squash is safe for your cat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Three reasons why squash is great for your cat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199.jpg\" alt=\"Can Cats Eat Squash? What's The Deal With This Tasty Treat?\" class=\"wp-image-11876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199.jpg 924w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"616\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20924%20616'%3E%3Crect%20width='924'%20height='616'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"Can Cats Eat Squash? What's The Deal With This Tasty Treat?\" class=\"wp-image-11876 eager-load\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199.jpg 924w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1818757199-960x640.jpg 960w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Squash is one of those predominantly human foods that&rsquo;s really hydrating as it has a high-water content. And it&rsquo;s really healthy as it has a low-calorie content. This makes it a great choice of a cat treat as it can do wonders for a cat&rsquo;s body, immune system, and digestive system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Helps with digestion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Squash is rich in dietary fiber which is incredibly important for your cat&rsquo;s digestive system. Not only does it help with conditions such as constipation, diarrhea, and vomiting, but it also helps maintain the optimal health of her digestive tract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Squash does also contain carbohydrates which typically don&rsquo;t get a passing grade when it comes to your cat&rsquo;s diet. But, the amount seems pretty insignificant in comparison with some other <a href=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/can-cats-eat-pizza\/\" data-lasso-id=\"910\">high-carb human foods<\/a>, so the squash can still get an A+.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, if your cat is suffering from gastrointestinal problems it might be a great idea to feed her some boiled squash instead of her regular kibble. So, if you&rsquo;re still wondering <em>&ldquo;can cats eat squash&rdquo;<\/em> this might be the answer you&rsquo;ve been hoping for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Gets rid of hairballs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975.jpg 924w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11877 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975.jpg 924w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1523474975.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&rsquo;s another great benefit of feeding squash to your cat. It can also help your cat get rid of those pesky hairballs because it contains such high levels of dietary fiber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your furry friend might be even more prone to getting these esophageal obstructions during the shedding season. Trust me, there&rsquo;s hardly anything that can save you from getting those hairballs out yourself than brushing her fur regularly and feeding her with foods that have high levels of dietary fiber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that&rsquo;s where squash comes to play. Don&rsquo;t get me wrong, commercially available pet food does a great job of providing your cat with necessary nutrients. But, it doesn&rsquo;t hurt to switch things up a bit from time to time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but not least, squash is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that play an essential role in maintaining your cat&rsquo;s health. While she should get most of her nutrients from animal-sourced foods, there&rsquo;s no reason why she shouldn&rsquo;t get some extra help from an occasional squash snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s get a bit more specific, shall we? When we&rsquo;re talking about all these amazing benefits squash brings to the table, we&rsquo;re talking about vitamin A, vitamin C, beta-carotene, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and manganese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Honestly, cats should be omnivores because they&rsquo;re missing out on so many incredible vitamins and minerals they can&rsquo;t get from meat. Jokes aside, your cat can certainly spice things up with an occasional squash snack as long as you cook it properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Raw squash can be quite hard to digest, but don&rsquo;t worry. Your four-legged friend can get all these nutrients from peeled, cooked, and chopped squash, too. But, can she eat different types of squash with no repercussions?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can cats eat butternut squash?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664.jpg\" alt=\"Can Cats Eat Squash? What's The Deal With This Tasty Treat?\" class=\"wp-image-11878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664.jpg 924w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-735x489.jpg 735w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-520x346.jpg 520w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-960x638.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"614\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664.jpg\" alt=\"Can Cats Eat Squash? What's The Deal With This Tasty Treat?\" class=\"wp-image-11878 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664.jpg 924w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-735x489.jpg 735w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-520x346.jpg 520w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664-960x638.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_2082873664.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yes, they absolutely can!<\/strong> Butternut squash is one of the most popular types of squash among humans, and we wouldn&rsquo;t be to see your four-legged friend trying to steal some off of your plate. This tasty treat is packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber which makes that situation even better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, vitamin A is responsible for the health of your cat&rsquo;s skin and fur. Healthy fats and fatty acids are responsible for the health of your cat&rsquo;s heart and the prevention of heart disease. A bite or two of butternut squash should be a great treat for your cat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What about yellow squash?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This one gets a passing grade, too!<\/strong> Yellow squash is a quite small, sweet type of squash that&rsquo;s typically eaten in the summer. It&rsquo;s packed with vitamins A, vitamin B6, and vitamin C. It&rsquo;s also rich in folate, magnesium, fiber, riboflavin, phosphorus, and potassium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These nutrients make it a great choice for your cat since they work overtime to ensure your cat&rsquo;s health. Some pet parents believe that yellow squash is also a great source of plant-based fiber so you might want to be careful with the portion size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can cats eat acorn squash?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yes, they can!<\/strong> Acorn squash is even smaller and cuter than yellow squash, which certainly plays a role when your cat tries to decide which food is worth stealing out of your pantry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily for her, acorn squash does contain a bunch of vitamins and minerals. Vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamins B1 &amp; B6., beta-carotene, calcium, and copper are only some of the essential nutrients your cat can find in this type of squash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>&ldquo;Can cats eat squash&rdquo;<\/em> is starting to sound a lot like <em>&ldquo;should cats eat anything other than squash&rdquo;<\/em>, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What about spaghetti squash?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734.jpg 924w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11879 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734.jpg 924w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734-960x640.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/shutterstock_1238390734.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Yes, cats can also eat spaghetti squash!<\/strong> We&rsquo;re not talking about your favorite spaghetti and meatballs, contrary to what most people think of when they hear this name. Spaghetti squash is actually a type of squash with spaghetti-textured, neutral-flavored flesh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s be honest, it&rsquo;s a favorite among humans because it&rsquo;s a healthier version of your regular packed-with-carbs spaghetti and it&rsquo;s great for weight loss. As for your cat, spaghetti squash contains a bunch of vitamin C, vitamin B6, betacarotene, and fiber. It&rsquo;s a win-win situation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">And winter squash?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You guessed it,<strong> this one is also a resounding <em>yes<\/em>! <\/strong>Winter squash packs a punch when it comes to the numerous nutrients it brings to the table. Beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin B6, fiber, magnesium, and potassium are only some of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s safe to say that you no longer have to wonder whether cats can eat squash. This tasty treat deserves a seat at your cat&rsquo;s table (or on your cat&rsquo;s plate, for that matter). Trust me, throw a couple of squash snacks into your cat&rsquo;s bowl and enjoy her happy purrs!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"653\" height=\"924\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash.png\" alt=\"Can Cats Eat Squash?\" class=\"wp-image-11064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash.png 653w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-640x905.png 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-1280x1811.png 1280w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-768x1086.png 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-1086x1536.png 1086w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-1448x2048.png 1448w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-735x1040.png 735w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-237x335.png 237w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-245x347.png 245w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-368x520.png 368w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-452x640.png 452w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-543x768.png 543w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-679x960.png 679w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-763x1080.png 763w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"653\" height=\"924\" src=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash.png\" alt=\"Can Cats Eat Squash?\" class=\"wp-image-11064 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash.png 653w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-640x905.png 640w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-1280x1811.png 1280w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-768x1086.png 768w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-1086x1536.png 1086w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-1448x2048.png 1448w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-735x1040.png 735w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-237x335.png 237w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-245x347.png 245w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-368x520.png 368w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-452x640.png 452w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-543x768.png 543w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-679x960.png 679w, https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash-763x1080.png 763w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/catschef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Can-Cats-Eat-Squash.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You just learned about the newest spaghetti squash recipe trending on TikTok and your four-legged friend is already giving you the side-eye. 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