Can cats or dogs drink cow's milk?
Cats: Be careful · Dogs: Be careful — Most adult dogs and cats cannot digest lactose. If you drink cow's milk you often get diarrhea. Adult cats do not need to drink milk at all. If you do, use pet formula milk instead. If you drink milk and have loose bowel movements Stop giving and have clean water to drink instead.
English nameCow's milk
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Symptoms that may be experienced
- Diarrhea
- Bloating, stomach pain
Instructions
If you drink milk and have loose bowel movements Stop giving and have clean water to drink instead.
Used for making preliminary decisions. not a judgment If you eat dangerous food or have any unusual symptoms, contactAnimal clinic 24 hrs.or veterinarian immediately
Last checked 2026-07-03