Wet Food Vs Dry Food Dog Diet
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Little hunters by nature, kittens and cats need more meats than plant products at meal times. But even when you make a plan to scrutinize ingredients lists and prioritize protein-rich dishes chock full of chicken, turkey, beef, and tuna and their byproducts, the number of options for cat food might leave you feeling overwhelmed — especially if you're a first-time cat owner.
One reason for the wide variety is that neither a cat's nutrition needs nor his flavor preferences are "one size fits all." When comparing cat foods, you should take into account your animal's age, weight, breed, behavior, even feeding habits, and always check with your veterinarian for any nutrition considerations that would require a special diet. Assuming your cat doesn't require a prescribed kibble, you may find the feline's soon-to-be favorite meal among the following 10 nutritious cat foods, all of which earn top marks from owners.
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Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Kitten Food
Packaged in 3-ounce cans, Royal Canin's kitten food is specially formulated with the right ratio of protein, fats, and carbohydrates that kittens ages 4 to 12 months need for energy and early developments. Plus, the thin slices are easy enough for young cats to chew as they make the transition to larger, crunchier kibble.
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Complete Health Turkey & Salmon Pate
This 12.5-ounce can of creamy Wellness wet food lists turkey and salmon first on the ingredients list, an unsurprising trait for the brand that has been crafting natural pet food for nearly 100 years. Moreover, the grain-free recipe contains the proteins and fatty acids needed for healthy skin, coat, and immune system.
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Perfect Portions Wet Cat Food
This unique packaging takes the guesswork out of portion control — Sheba's Perfect Portions twin-packs tear in half so that you can split a set between the day's main meals. You can open one 2.6-ounce side for breakfast and the other at dinner hour without requiring refrigeration or compromising the freshness of the grain-free, protein-rich packs of chicken, turkey, or salmon in gravy.
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Urinary and Hairball Control Chicken Entree
Hairballs aren't just a pain for you to clean from your carpeting; they could also cause intestinal blockages. Supplement any grooming changes you make with a high-fiber cat food labeled "Hairball Control," like this minced wet food variety from Hill's. It'll provide the right amount of magnesium to promote urinary health and enough natural fiber to encourage any hairballs to pass through the digestive system.
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Grain-Free Poultry in Gravy
Opening any can from American Journey should cause your cat's ears to perk up and set their nose off sniffing. The premium poultry chicken and turkey bits are served in an irresistibly savory gravy. These natural sources of protein help support lean muscles, while wholesome additions like cranberries support the immune system and blueberries and natural fatty acids keep the coat and skin healthy.
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Wilderness Dry Kitten Food with Chicken
Scoop this grain-free kibble at dinner to help ensure that your kitten gets all the necessary nutrients for a brain and eye development, muscle growth, and energy. Among the pieces that pack protein from real chicken, you'll be able to spot darker, antioxidant-rich LifeSource Bits ― a blend of vitamins, minerals, and superfoods to support immunity that's exclusive to the Blue Buffalo brand ― poured out with every plate.
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Real Salmon and Brown Rice Recipe
The charismatic TV chef brings her penchant for simple recipes with real ingredients to your pet's dish, too. Your cat can benefit from the grain-free food made with real salmon (and no artificial preservatives or flavors). Plus, a portion of the proceeds goes back to helping animals in need through spay-neuter programs and animal shelters supported by the Rachael Ray Foundation.
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Perfect Weight Dry Cat Food
As cats are neutered and become less active with age, they're more prone to put on a few pounds. Begin a safe weight loss journey with the Perfect Weight dry kibble from Hill's. The high-protein, high-fiber formula enriched with L-carnitine and coconut oil helps kick-start pets' metabolisms and contributes to lean muscle in such a way that more than 70% of cats lost weight within the first 10 weeks of the diet change.
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Wholesome Essentials Dry Food for Hairball Control
This dry kibble promises no artificial preservatives to achieve its longer shelf life, nor any corn, wheat, soy, or chicken byproduct in the recipe. But cat owners return to this chicken and rice dish (which is high in natural fiber) for its ability to help reduce the formation of hairballs.
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Wild Atlantic Dry Cat Food
Nine pounds of the 12-pound bag consist of wild-caught fish from the Atlantic waters, including whole mackerel, herring, flounder, Silver Flake, and Acadian Redfish — half of which are fresh or flash-frozen at the time of production. The company has made a mission of delivering whole-prey nutrients in kibble form, so you can count on fish meat, organs, and cartilage "in ratios that mirror Mother Nature," with only four supplements to aid digestion.
Source: https://www.womansday.com/life/pet-care/g27571278/best-cat-food/