In terms of the best amount of food for your kitten, it comes down to size, weight, breed and overall health status, so always check with your veterinarian. Kittens should generally be offered food at least four times per day. As with kittens, feel free to offer your cat a variety of food such as fresh or cooked meat or fish.
Always recognise older cats may have health issues the wrong diet can adversely affect. Always consult your vet about an appropriate diet if your cat has health issues. Adult cats generally prefer to eat smaller meals throughout the day, so offer it food at least three or four times. Eating smaller, more frequent meals has been associated with better urinary tract health.
When in doubt, speak to the experts. Your veterinarian will be able to help you answer any questions you may have relating to the type of food and how much to feed your cat. Cooked bones are a most definite no-no, as is fish every day of the week.
Generally, 1 to 2 raw bones may be offered per week with a few days in between each serving. The bone must be large enough so that the cat cannot fit the whole bone into their mouth or swallow the bone whole. Avoid large marrow bones these have very thick outer rims , large knuckle bones or bones sawn lengthwise as cats may crack their teeth on these.
Fish, such as tinned sardines in springwater, tinned tuna and tinned salmon take care with any fish bones can be offered as a treat occasionally but please avoid feeding fish constantly because this is not a complete diet.
Cats may also be offered a small amount of finely-cut vegetable matter. Provide cats with access to grass avoid chemically treated grass and toxic plants. Cats will occasionally eat grass, which may be a source of vegetable matter and micronutrients. Basic cat feeding guide The following information is general advice, but as each cat is an individual, seek veterinary advice, particularly if your cat has any special dietary needs or has a reaction to a standard diet. Feeding bones Raw meaty bones provide several important health benefits such as keeping teeth and gums healthy.
Always supervise cats when they eat raw bones. Other foods Fish, such as tinned sardines in springwater, tinned tuna and tinned salmon take care with any fish bones can be offered as a treat occasionally but please avoid feeding fish constantly because this is not a complete diet. Are preservatives in pet food products a concern? Moments later, your cat coils around your legs and plops down, begging for a tidbit of your treat with a sweet meow. Although you would be happy to share a taste, you guiltily say no, knowing your munchies are bad for your kitty.
Discover some harmless staples you can share with your favorite feline:. Poutry, beef and other meat is a natural option for your little carnivore. Cooked poultry is your best bet. Skip meats high in sodium, such as cold cuts or ham, as too much salt can be toxic to cats. Sharing a slice or wedge with your kitty is very Gouda of you see what we did there? They can be a healthy snack for cats, too, although they should only be a special treat due to their high sugar content.
Lower in sugar and high in antioxidants, blueberries and strawberries are good fruits to share with your kitty… although probably not in a pie. Many cats enjoy small pieces of cantaloupe, honeydew or seedless watermelon. Plus, melon is high in vitamins A and C. Your cat might nosh on some cooked carrots, but avoid raw ones as they may be a choking hazard. Skip the spice and just give your kitty the pumpkin.
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