Cockroaches carry many bacteria inside their bodies. After cats eat them, they may become infected internally or the bacteria may be expelled through their feces. You must stop your cat in time before it puts the cockroach into its mouth, and punish the cat promptly. If it’s too late, be sure to clean your cat’s feces in time and avoid touching it with your hands.

　　According to research, there is currently no evidence that cats eating cockroaches causes harm. However, cockroaches contain many bacteria which may infect cats internally after ingestion, or be expelled through feces. If the feces are exposed indoors or accidentally touched by humans, they may become a source of disease. Therefore, it is best not to let your cat eat cockroaches.

　　Before your cat puts a cockroach into its mouth, be sure to stop it in time. Then quickly pinch the cockroach with a tissue and throw it into the toilet. At this time, punish the cat immediately, such as tapping its nose tip or lightly patting its head, and express reproach in your words. This is how the cat will learn that eating cockroaches is wrong.

　　If it’s too late, be sure to clean your cat’s feces promptly and avoid getting it on your hands. If you accidentally get contaminated, be sure to disinfect with medicated soap in time.