Science-Based Food Selection
Check Ingredients:
- High-quality animal protein as first ingredient (fresh meat > meat meal > grains)
- Grain-free formulas to reduce allergy risks
Life Stage Matters:
- Kitten food with DHA/ARA for brain development
- Adult formulas with taurine for heart/eye health
- Senior recipes with glucosamine for joint support
Quick Test: Press kibble between fingers – greasy residue may indicate low-quality fats
Feeding Schedule
Optimal Routine:
7:00 AM Breakfast (dry food + probiotics)
12:00 PM Auto-feeder snack
7:00 PM Dinner (dry food + wet food)
11:00 PM Bedtime treat (freeze-dried)
Feeding Red Flags
Never Feed:
- Human table scraps (especially onion/garlic/chocolate)
- Monotonous diets (risks nutritional gaps)
Daily Calorie Calculator
Calorie Needs = (Weight kg × 30 + 70) × Activity Level
(Indoor cats: 0.8 | Active cats: 1.2)
Example: 4kg indoor cat needs ~240 kcal ≈ 65g of [Brand Name] Adult Formula
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