How to choose canned wet food for cats?

Cats' ancestors lived in deserts, and their main source of water was the blood of their prey. Therefore, wet food mimics the most primitive diet of cats , consisting of more than 70% water, high in animal protein, low in carbohydrates and trace elements, which is more in line with the physiological characteristics of cats.

Canned food is mainly composed of animal protein and has a relatively low carbohydrate content. This formula is more in line with the cat's eating habits. Choosing canned food as a staple food not only allows cats to absorb more water, but also promotes better absorption and digestion, thereby achieving a more balanced nutrition.

Choosing the right canned food for your cat is crucial to its health. Canned cat food can generally be divided into two categories: "staple food cans," intended as a daily staple, and "side food cans," intended as snacks or side dishes. The nutritional content of these two types of canned food differs significantly, so cat owners should choose carefully when purchasing.

How to choose canned cat food?

1. Ensure daily nutritional needs are met

Canned food is designed to provide a balanced diet that cats need on a daily basis. This means it must provide adequate protein, fat, and other essential nutrients. Ensuring that the ingredients in the canned food meet your cat's nutritional standards can help prevent potential nutritional imbalances.

2. Choose the right product based on your cat’s age

When choosing canned cat food, cat age should also be considered. Products on the market are generally categorized as "kittens," "adult cats," and "senior cats." Cats of different ages have varying caloric and nutritional requirements. For example, kittens' caloric needs during their rapid growth period are three times higher than those of adult cats. Adult cats, however, should avoid excessive caloric intake due to their reduced activity levels to reduce the risk of obesity and related health problems, such as arthritis and diabetes.

3. Choose products with fewer additives

Most canned cat foods on the market contain certain additives. Although these additives are generally within a safe range, Pettington recommends choosing products with clear labels and fewer additives.

Pettington Tips:

When choosing a cat staple food can, you can choose according to the following principles:

High-Quality Protein Source <br data-mce-fragment="1">Cats are carnivores, and their daily protein needs are approximately twice that of humans. Cats cannot synthesize most of the 11 essential amino acids they need and must obtain them through their diet. Long-term protein deficiency can lead to muscle loss, weight loss, digestive problems, weakened immunity, and even affect the normal functioning of vital organs.

Animal Fats <br data-mce-fragment="1">Lipids are an important source of energy for cats, particularly arachidonic acid, an essential fatty acid that is crucial to the immune system. Cats cannot convert the linoleic acid found in vegetable oils into arachidonic acid, so choosing animal oils as a lipid source is a more effective way to meet their needs.

Three key features of Country Natural staple food jars:

  1. High-quality raw materials : The brand uses high-quality raw materials certified by the EU and rejects all materials of unknown origin, especially those from Southeast Asia or China. The raw materials used are high-quality animal protein sources; an appropriate amount of animal fat can effectively prevent cats from getting fat; rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and DHA, which are very helpful for the cat's skin, hair and cardiovascular system.

  2. No harmful additives : No animal by-products, artificial colors and flavors, antioxidants, hormones and antibiotics, and uses high-quality animal protein sources. The right amount of animal fat can effectively prevent cats from getting fat.

  3. Improve digestive health : The brand canned food does not contain carrageenan, a coagulating ingredient commonly found in similar products, which can effectively prevent cats from suffering from indigestion, gastrointestinal discomfort or inflammation.

The canned meat paste texture is easy for cats to chew and digest, and can be easily fed with a syringe. It is especially suitable for elderly cats with weakened digestive ability.