The appropriate foods for your cats are largely determined by our budget and the foods we know they eat. Cats are creatures of habit, and for some of them, sudden changes in their diet can cause discomfort to the point that they may refuse to eat.
If what you are looking for is to improve your feline pets’ diet, you should make gradual changes because if our cats are used to a certain type of food and refuse to eat new things, it’s better not to force them; on the contrary, we should slowly introduce a new diet.
What are the types of cat foods?
Among the foods available on the market, we will see:
—Dry foods:
Better known in kibble form, it is popular and widely used by cat owners because it is easy to find and there are many brands available. They come in meat and fish flavors that promise vitamins and minerals.
Some brands also have different types of kibble depending on the cat’s age and health conditions.
—Wet cat foods
It is a favorite among cats in terms of taste, but it is also excellent for keeping them hydrated and making digestion easier, especially for older cats.
It comes in different flavors and with various textures, such as mousse, pâté, or pieces of meat or fish with sauce or cream.
—Homemade food:
It has become popular among some owners to feed their cats with eggs, meat, or rice; however, it should be noted that for this diet to work, it must be supervised by a veterinarian to prevent them from consuming foods that could cause long-term illnesses.
—Raw meat:
Appealing to its wildest side, a diet based on raw foods such as raw meat, organs (like heart and liver), meaty bones, and adding a small portion of vegetables (such as broccoli or pumpkin puree), all of this without any type of seasoning
To design an appropriate diet for our cats, we must take into account their age, breed, fur or size.
