Dry food is undoubtedly a great invention, but sometimes you just want to give your kitty a bowl of juicy, fragrant meat. Canned cat foods contain a high amount of proteins and should not contain any artificial preservatives or dyes. What else should you know before purchasing canned cat food?
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Even the best canned food has its drawbacks - but the pros outweigh the cons
Even the best canned cat food is up to 80% water, so you have to give your pet more food than you would with dry pellets. The meat inside is pickled in a special sauce or gelatine that holds it together. What are the other pros and cons of canned food?
Wet cat food is more natural.
Contains a lot of water, which prevents dehydration.
Provides a complete spectrum of the necessary nutrients.
Canned food tends to be a bit more tasty than dry pellets.
Difficult to store once opened.
Can cause dental problems.
Choose quality canned cat food with plenty of meat
One of the most important factors is composition. Buy only high-quality cat food with a high meat content that will give your feline friend all the necessary nutrients and vitamins.
Choose canned food with the highest proportion of meat and low amount of viscera. There should also be no extra ingredients such as oils, herbs, or artificial preservatives.
Ensure that the food doesn’t contain animal products of unknown origin. These products include hooves, feathers, horns, or other unusable protein.
The food should contain as little grain, corn, soybeans, and similar filler as possible. Cats don’t digest these well and they could give it health problems.
The best choice is 100% canned meat
If you want to give your kitty the best food, choose 100% canned meat for cats, which is made of pure meat without unnecessary preservatives, flavourings, or food dyes. Canned food should also not contain flour, rice, or soy in order to avoid allergies or intolerance.
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Read the composition of canned cats carefully - 100% meat may not always be true. The entrails are often added to this feed, but this does not have to be a problem. Care should be taken to ensure that they are present in the feed only to a small percentage.
Aside from the food composition, you should also consider your cat's age and size
Lots of meat is great, but there are more factors to keep in mind. The age and size of your kitty also matter, since different cats need a different proportion of nutrients and vitamins.
Canned foods for kittens tends to be rich in fats, vitamins, and minerals. The food chunks are smaller.
Canned food for adult cats, on the other hand, has a higher protein, grain, and meat content, all cut into larger pieces.
Canned food for senior cat is rich in vitamins and protein. Since elderly cats often suffer from dental problems, the food tends to be softer.
Age
Age Range
Kitten / Junior
under 12 months
Adult Cat
12 months – 7 years
Elderly Cat / Senior
7+ years
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You can also factor in the activity level of the animal to make sure you provide it with the right amount of energy. For sensitive cats, you can find hypoallergenic or GMO-free canned food as well. You can choose from a wide range of flavours.
Don't gamble with your cat's health—if you want to save money, buy in bulk
Always buy high-quality canned cat food, which may be more expensive, but contains a higher proportion of meat and vitamins. If you want to pay less, buy in bulk—for example, a 400g can will ultimately save you money and will last your cat a long time.
If you have multiple cats, don’t be afraid to buy 800g cans, which are even more affordable. However, make sure the can does not stay open for longer than recommended by the manufacturer.
Let’s say you have two pets—can you feed dog food to your cat?
Do you have both a cat and a dog and wonder if your pets could maybe share the bowl? The answer is a resounding no. Dogs need a completely different nutrient composition than cats—cat diet should contain considerably more fat and meat. The cat uses these nutrients as a source of energy and may become malnourished and ill on a wrong diet.
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