As discussed, cats cannot eat raw eggs. Cats run the same risk of contracting salmonella as humans do. Not only this, but raw egg whites contain a glycoprotein called avidin. This protein interrupts the absorption of biotin due to the avidin-biotin interaction. Avidin binds with biotin, preventing it from being absorbed. Cats need biotin (vitamin H) to maintain a healthy coat, skin, and claws. Biotin is also important for carnivores, as it assists the body with eliminating protein by ...