Cat Feeding Tips
Being a stellar cat parent starts with knowing how much to feed a cat, when to feed them and what to feed them. After all, we are what we eat! Use these simple cat feeding tips to be a super cat parent for your feline friend.
How to Read the Ingredient Label
There are so many ingredients listed on your cat's food that it can be hard to tell what it's actually made of. Fortunately, the ingredients are listed by weight, so whatever is listed first is what the food is mainly comprised of. Also, ensure the label says the food is "complete and balanced". This means that it will meet all of your kitty’s nutritional needs as determined by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO).
What Ingredients to Look For
Good cat parents look for high-quality ingredients in their best friend's food. Choose foods that list meat, poultry or fish meals among their primary ingredients.
Check the Cat Food Portions
Whether you feed your cat wet food or dry food is up to you and your veterinarian, but it’s generally a good idea to feed them a little of each — so they get the best of both worlds. They can munch on the dry food when you aren't around and indulge in the tender, lickable wet food when dinnertime rolls around. Just be mindful that both foods are complete and balanced. You’ll have to rework the portions to ensure that your cat doesn’t get too many calories.
When to Feed a Cat
Cats love to eat first thing in the morning and around your dinnertime, so it's best to split their daily portion into two servings. But don't forget to account for any additional snacks in their total daily calories and reduce portions of food accordingly.
