Cilantro

Cilantro offers cats no nutritional value, at most a leaf that smells interesting.

Offer a single small leaf and let the cat decide, since it can never stand in for complete cat food.

Rinse under running water and pat dry, with no oil, salt or dressing, and never mixed with onion or garlic.

Cats are often sensitive to the smell and may simply walk away or even drool, so **never force it**; cilantro supplies nothing a cat needs and a larger amount can loosen the stool, while the main diet should always be complete cat food.

Cilantro is almost calorie-free with only traces of vitamins A, C and K, so its only job is adding a little aroma to the bowl.

One or two leaves mixed into the food adds interest; keep all extras within about 10% of daily energy intake.

Wash the leaves thoroughly under running water, drain, and use fresh leaves only, with no oil, salt or dressing and never alongside onion or garlic.

Cilantro is not a required nutrient for pets, and sensitive dogs can get loose stools from a larger handful, so stop and contact a vet if vomiting or diarrhoea appears; some dogs love the smell and others ignore it, so follow your dog's lead.