Cat Food

 Many different cat breeders recommend a large variety of differing foods, some of which are mainstream brands such as whiskas whilst others are only available from vets or on the internet.

Although all cats need the same nutritants and vitamins, the amount they require varies from breed to breed. In their infinate wisdom, many of the cat food manufacturers have developed different types of cat food, which varies in size, shape, consitincy and flavours which they then target to individual breeds. This is all well and good if your cat is a specific breed and not a 'variety'.

Cat food is also produced differently with the cats age in mind. Almost all cat food producers manufacture cat food designed specifically for kittens, adult cats and mature cats. You are now also able to purchase cat food which has been produced for cats which suffer from allergies or for cats which are over weight.

Cats will tend to tell you what they want to eat, being one the most demanding and specific race of animals. Remember that they may also get bored with the same food day in day out, so mix their food whenever possible. Cats are natural scavengers and hunters, so if your cat is an outdoor cat he/she may take a few 'snacks' for themselves, so what ever you feed your cat it will probably get extra supplements.

Despite what you might think cats do like to drink alot and indeed they should.. Milk and cream is ok for cats in small amounts, but its high fat content can lead to heart problems in older age. The best drink available for all tpyes of cats is fresh water. Cats should have fresh water available to them at all times if they are to remain fit and healthy.

Cats need to absorb minerals and vitamins from their food which are essential to their wellbeing. In all a cat needs twelve minerals, Calcium and Phosphorus which are crucial to maintain and develop strong bones and teeth. Cats also need minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and sodium. These aid nerves, muscle contraction, and cell signaling. Many of the other minerals are present in small amounts and include selenium, copper, and molybdenum. These minerals act as helpers in a wide variety of enzymatic reactions. The remaining minerals a cat needs to take from its food are Chlorine, Iron, Zinc and Iodine.

Remember good food equals a healthy cat.



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 Paul Higgins

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