Cats can eat honey in very small amounts without it being toxic, but it's not recommended to give them honey purposely. Honey is high in sugar (fructose and glucose) which cats cannot properly digest, as they are obligate carnivores with digestive systems designed for meat. Feeding honey to cats can lead to digestive upset such as vomiting and diarrhea, and poses risks of weight gain, diabetes, and tooth decay. Kittens should especially avoid honey due to the risk of botulism from bacterial spores sometimes present in raw honey. Since cats are “sweet blind,” they do not taste the sweetness of honey and derive no nutritional benefit from it. It is safer to avoid honey in their diet altogether and choose treats formulated specifically for cats or high-protein options instead. If a cat accidentally eats a small amount, it usually does no harm, but monitoring for any adverse effects is advised. In summary, cats can eat tiny accidental amounts of honey without it being toxic, but honey is not a recommended or beneficial food for them due to their carnivorous digestion and potential health risks. Veterinary advice should be sought if honey ingestion causes any symptoms or for specific health concerns like diabetes or obesity in cats.