Dry Food for Cats

What pros (or cons) does dry food have compared to other types?

When buying the cat food, you have a choice of several options. The main groups are dry and wet food, with each offering  different advantages. Pellets are a type of dry food, so let's take a look at their pros and cons.

Consider your cat’s age and size when choosing the right cat food

A cat needs a different ratio of nutrients and vitamins depending on its age, so choose the dry food accordingly. Large and small cats also need a different amount of food to stay healthy.

• Dry food for kittens is rich in fats, vitamins, and minerals. The pellets are also smaller.
• Dry food for adult cats typically has a high protein content. The pellets tend to be larger.
• Dry food for senior cats may contain more minerals and other elements. It also has a lower energy content.

Neutered and spayed cats need special care. They are more prone to obesity and may have urological problems. Choose dry food for neutered and spayed cats to keep your feline friend healthy.

Read the labels: High-quality dry food has a high meat content

Composition is incredibly important. To ensure your cat gets quality food, choose dry pellets with a high meat content (at least 30%). What else should you look for?

1. Fats are an integral part of cat food. The fat content should match your cat's activity level—the more active the cat, the more fat it can eat. If you have a lazy kitty, make sure to choose low-calorie cat food with about 9% of fat.
2. Preservatives should not be in cat food at all. If the pellets do have them, make sure they are natural. It’s usually just vitamin C or E.
3. Cats should not eat food dyes, period. Choose cat food with a natural colour instead of weird multicolour novelty treats. They are not healthy and could cause bloating.

If you want quality cat food, avoid the cheapest options

Cheap cat food doesn’t contain the proper amount of meat and nutrients your cat needs. The cat then has to eat more and you will have to buy food more often. Don’t try to penny-pinch–save by buying in bulk or products on sale instead.

Buying in bulk–a 10kg bag will save you money and make your life easier

If you want to save money without feeding your cat substandard food, you should buy in bulk. A 10kg bag of pellets will keep your kitty fed for a long time, saving you plenty of shopping time. Moreover, large packs are very easy to store. And if you know what your feline pal likes and he or she is not very picky, just get them a 20kg bag of cat food and you’re set.

If you have multiple four-legged friends in your home, remember that dog food is not suitable for cats. Cats need a different nutrient balance than dogs.