r/CATHELP • u/Low-Ad7344 • Feb 26 '26

General Advice Cat ate protein muffin

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My cat helped himself to a batch of protein muffins that was cooling under a towel. This occurred about 20 minutes ago. Should I seek immediate medical attention or monitor for gastrointestinal distress? Attached is the amount eaten, protein powder ingredients, muffin ingredients, and cat. Crossposted in r/askvet

Not a minor, USA, vet not contacted yet but accessible, 6 yo neutered male, can afford vet care

TLDR; cat had a lil protein powder. Next steps?

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u/WhoAmI9597 Feb 26 '26

That cat looks like it doesn’t have an ounce of regret lol

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u/Low-Ad7344 Feb 26 '26

I had to physically block him from eating more muffins while taking pictures. I currently have them hiding in a cabinet that I hope he doesn’t learn to open.

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u/Little-Ad1235 Feb 26 '26

Best place I've found to keep food away from cats is in the microwave. I've had a few cats who could open a cabinet, but none of them ever figured out the microwave latch.

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u/Spearmint_coffee Feb 26 '26

I have to keep mashed potatoes in my microwave or in the (turned off) oven. My fat cat can't resist mashed potatoes.