15 Mind-Blowing Cat Facts You Need To Know

One of the favourite treats for a cat is being presented with a plate of milk that they'll happily lick up until there isn't a single ounce left. Even though the furry felines are often seen doing such a thing, it turns out they actually shouldn't, as most cats are lactose intolerant.

In fact, the only time a cat should ever really drink the milky treat is when it's their mother's milk.

A feature in Science Focus states that kittens are able to easily digest the milk upon drinking it, but once they transition into fully grown cats, the enzyme that helps with the milk digestive process begins to disappear from the body. This will then result in the felines suffering stomach cramps, alongside vomiting and diarrhoea, if they drink their favourite treat.

While the cats themselves don't seem to give any care whatsoever, it can be upsetting for their owners to see their pets developing these symptoms. Of course, it won't stop the cats from drinking the milk if it's presented to them. While their beloved pets will develop these aforementioned symptoms upon the downing of milk, cat owners certainly shouldn't feel bad about allowing their felines to drink the stuff.