What are the nutritional requirements for a cat?
Cats are carnivores and primarily eat meat, distinguishing them from omnivores like dogs. Therefore, we recommend feeding cats a high-protein diet, which is more natural for them. Canned food is ideal for cats, and a good starting point for feeding is three ounces of canned food twice daily.
Lori Mathews, DVM
Green Valley Veterinary Care
Will my cat's nutritional requirements change throughout their life as a kitten, adult, and senior cat?
Yes, nutritional requirements change as cats age. For kittens, we recommend having dry food available at all times to provide the necessary calcium and energy for growth. During their early months, it's important to expose them to a variety of flavors and textures to avoid food fixation. As cats grow older, the focus shifts towards a predominantly wet food diet, with less emphasis on dry food availability.
What and how much should I be feeding them?
We recommend feeding cats food that has undergone feeding trials. Trusted brands include Hill's, Royal Canin, Eukanuba, Iams, and Purina. A good starting point is three ounces of wet food twice daily. If you choose to provide dry food, consider using an interactive cat toy to make feeding more engaging and stimulating for your cat.
So that was our brief interview on cat nutrition and how to feed cats. If you have any more questions, call us. We would be happy to help you at Green Valley Veterinary Care in Troy, Ohio. Thank you.
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