{"id":447815,"date":"2023-12-28T06:13:09","date_gmt":"2023-12-28T11:13:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/?p=447815"},"modified":"2024-04-12T00:18:40","modified_gmt":"2024-04-12T04:18:40","slug":"can-cats-eat-worms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/nutrition\/can-cats-eat-worms\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Cats Eat Worms (Earthworms)? Vet Approved Facts &#038; Safety Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats are carnivores by nature, and they\u2019ll chase after and hunt any animal they can when they\u2019re outside. This includes even the smallest, most unlikely of prey, such as earthworms! Cats are opportunistic hunters who\u2019ll eat any small creature if it\u2019s a viable source of nutrition, and if your cat comes across an earthworm, they may eat it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Although cats can eat earthworms, it\u2019s wise to stop them from doing it as much as you can. Earthworms can carry parasites that cause disease in cats,<\/strong> so preventing them from ingesting earthworms is the best course of action.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-416994\" src=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-2-1.png\" alt=\"3 cat face divider\" width=\"1200\" height=\"120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-2-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-2-1-600x60.png 600w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-2-1-800x80.png 800w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-2-1-768x77.png 768w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-2-1-250x25.png 250w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>Are Earthworms Bad For Cats?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earthworms aren\u2019t toxic to cats, but they\u2019re not the best things for them to eat, either. Earthworms only provide your cat with a little protein, and there are nasty parasites that can be transferred from the worm to your cat. Capillaria is a parasite your cat can pick up from earthworms, and they can cause problems in many organs of the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_448041\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-448041\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-448041\" src=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/earthworm_sarahharding_Pixabay.jpg\" alt=\"earthworm\" width=\"810\" height=\"539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/earthworm_sarahharding_Pixabay.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/earthworm_sarahharding_Pixabay-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/earthworm_sarahharding_Pixabay-800x532.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/earthworm_sarahharding_Pixabay-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/earthworm_sarahharding_Pixabay-250x166.jpg 250w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-448041\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: sarahharding, Pixabay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Capillaria<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infections of Capillaria worms, often Capillaria plica, in cats cause <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capillariasis<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This species of parasitic worm has a complex life cycle that begins with eggs being deposited into the soil via the urine of infected cats. These then hatch into larvae that are ingested by earthworms. Once ingested, the larvae will mature in the earthworm until they\u2019re able to infect a new host.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Infection<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once a cat eats an earthworm infected with a Capillaria worm, the worms will mature and move to the bladder. Eggs are shed into the urine, which then starts the life cycle again. There are several signs Capillaria worms can cause, but many cats don\u2019t show any visible signs at all.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-box su-box-style-default\" id=\"\" style=\"border-color:#8b050b;border-radius:0px\"><div class=\"su-box-title\" style=\"background-color:#BE383E;color:#FFFFFF;border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px\">This is box title<\/div><div class=\"su-box-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"border-bottom-left-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px\"><div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:0px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-ban\" style=\"color:#BE383E\"><\/i> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Painful urination (dysuria)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-ban\" style=\"color:#BE383E\"><\/i> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having to urinate more often or frequently (pollakiuria)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-ban\" style=\"color:#BE383E\"><\/i> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Straining to urinate (stranguria)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-ban\" style=\"color:#BE383E\"><\/i> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood in the urine (hematuria)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats can have similar signs for different urinary problems, like bladder stones or crystals. It&#8217;s crucial to take your cat to the vet if they seem unwell.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-416412\" src=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2.png\" alt=\"3 cat divider\" width=\"806\" height=\"120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2.png 806w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2-600x89.png 600w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2-800x119.png 800w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2-768x114.png 768w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2-250x37.png 250w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 806px) 100vw, 806px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>What Happens If My Cat Eats an Earthworm?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your cat eats an earthworm, the likelihood is that they\u2019ll be fine! Because earthworms aren\u2019t toxic, they\u2019ll likely not cause a problem. However, there\u2019s a chance that any earthworms they eat could carry Capillaria or other infectious parasites, such as roundworm eggs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earthworms move through soil where roundworm eggs can be found, but they don&#8217;t spread them directly. If you notice your cat eating an earthworm or notice any signs of ill health, you should seek the advice of your vet. Your vet can tell you whether your cat needs to see them and can advise you of any signs to look out for.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_477369\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-477369\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-477369\" src=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/vet-checking-bengal-cat_Pressmaster_Shutterstock-1.jpeg\" alt=\"vet checking bengal cat\" width=\"810\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/vet-checking-bengal-cat_Pressmaster_Shutterstock-1.jpeg 810w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/vet-checking-bengal-cat_Pressmaster_Shutterstock-1-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/vet-checking-bengal-cat_Pressmaster_Shutterstock-1-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/vet-checking-bengal-cat_Pressmaster_Shutterstock-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/vet-checking-bengal-cat_Pressmaster_Shutterstock-1-250x167.jpeg 250w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-477369\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Pressmaster, Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Why Do Cats Eat Earthworms?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats are hunters that chase and consume prey. Outdoor cats may be on the prowl and consider an earthworm a quick and juicy snack, but they don\u2019t provide much in the way of nutrients. In most cases, domestic cats will eat earthworms simply because <a href=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/lifestyle\/play-with-cats-behavior-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">they\u2019re playing with them<\/a>, rather because they\u2019re hungry. Although pet cats don\u2019t generally <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">need<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to hunt for food, the hunting instinct is still there.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How Can I Stop My Cat Eating Earthworms?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The only reliable way to prevent your cat from eating earthworms is to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/lifestyle\/how-to-keep-cats-from-going-outside\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">stop them from going outside<\/a>. Earthworms only usually come up from underground after it rains, as the topsoil is easier to move through when wet. However, you cannot guarantee there won\u2019t be any on dry ground, so there\u2019s always the chance your clever cat could find one! But really, there\u2019s no real need to stop them. In most cases, your cat will have no ill effects of eating earthworms, and most routine worming treatments will eradicate any parasites.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/guides\/diy-catio-plans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">A catio can help keep your cat safe<\/a> from eating earthworms, getting sick or attacked by predators, and hunting other animals. Catios can give your cat the freedom to enjoy the fresh air while keeping them enclosed and protected.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-416412\" src=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2.png\" alt=\"3 cat divider\" width=\"806\" height=\"120\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2.png 806w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2-600x89.png 600w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2-800x119.png 800w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2-768x114.png 768w, https:\/\/www.catster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cats-4-2-250x37.png 250w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 806px) 100vw, 806px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats are natural hunters that play with and eat many creatures. Earthworms are a relatively novel experience for many cats, particularly if they don\u2019t get outside much! They\u2019re wriggly and easy to catch, so your cat might decide to sample one to see what it\u2019s like.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earthworms aren\u2019t toxic to cats and will most likely cause them no harm. However, they can carry Capillaria worms and other parasite eggs due to their movement through the soil. Provided that your cat is up to date with their preventative health treatments, there is likely no cause for alarm, but if in doubt, always speak to your vet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim\"><div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>Sources<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/vcahospitals.com\/know-your-pet\/capillaria-in-cats\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">VCA Hospitals<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msdvetmanual.com\/urinary-system\/infectious-diseases-of-the-urinary-system-in-small-animals\/capillaria-plica-infection-in-small-animals\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">MSD Vet Manual<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petmd.com\/cat\/conditions\/infectious-parasitic\/c_ct_capillariasis\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">PetMD<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.earthwormsoc.org.uk\/FAQrain#:~:text=The%20theory%20with%20the%20most,their%20burrows%20to%20the%20surface.\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">EarthWorm Soc<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/vcahospitals.com\/know-your-pet\/roundworm-infection-in-dogs#:~:text=Roundworm%20eggs%20can%20also%20be,to%20continue%20its%20life%20cycle.\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">VCA Hospitals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Featured Photo Credit: Bukhta Yurii, Shutterstock<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cats are carnivores by nature, and they\u2019ll chase after and hunt any animal they can when they\u2019re outside. 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Cats are opportunistic hunters who\u2019ll eat any small creature if it\u2019s a viable source of nutrition, and if your cat comes across an earthworm, they [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3891,"featured_media":448038,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"default","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[442],"tags":[402],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Can Cats Eat Worms (Earthworms)? 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