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Cat Diets – How to Help Your Cat Retain that Pampered, Lithe Figure
There is nothing more rewarding than returning home after a long day at work or school and be greeted with a happy meow from your furry little companion, as she rubs against your legs and loudly announces to the world how happy she is that you have finally returned. After giving her a lot of attention and a good back rub, you fix yourself some dinner, but one look at her big eyes convinces you to make up an extra little plate for her. Sure, she has a bowl of cat food sitting next to her, and it pretty much holds as much food as it did when you last filled it this morning before you left for work, but what possible damage could a little bit of “human food” do to your meowing friend? As a matter of fact, it could do quite a lot of damage!
Here are four tips to choosing the best cat diet to help your kitty retain that pampered, lithe figure.
First and foremost, resist the urge to give in to those begging eyes and loud meows. Table scraps may smell heavenly to your little feline companion, and you may think it’s a wonderful bonding time to be eating dinner with your pet cat. But keep in mind that some foods, such as chocolate and onions should not be part of your cat’s diet. These foods are actually toxic to your cat and you giving in to her does her no favors. Plus, considering how much fat is in our foods, your table scraps will introduce too much fat into her body to be properly digested. The result of this will be an overweight, unhealthy cat!
The other consequence of you giving your cat some of your food is the fact that it will sate her appetite and she will turn up her little nose at her own food. Now cats have special dietary requirements that are germane to the species, and a lack of intake of these nutrients will result in sickness and might even cause death. This is not to say that a little plate for Thanksgiving, Christmas or your kitty’s birthday will spell death and destruction for her. As a matter of fact, a little bit of turkey will be good for her! Just make sure that this is the exception rather than the rule, and stick to your cat’s diet. Resist the temptation to feed her from your table and instead fix her a special bowl of nutritious cat food before your meal.
Secondly, inappropriate feeding may lead to a number of health risks for your cat. Fatty liver disease, obesity and painful urinary tract disorders are at the top of the list of problems encountered when cats are not properly fed. Please keep in mind that these illnesses are not only the result of being fed table scraps, but may also be the result of feeding her inferior quality commercial cat food. Probably the biggest myth that many cat lovers fall victim to, is the tale that all cat food is created equal. This is simply not true, and you should discuss cat diet options in general and those for your pet cat specifically with your veterinarian.
Third, and probably just as importantly, get into a good working relationship with a veterinarian. Cat diet food choices have become so complex, with each manufacturer touting its own brand over all others, that the average cat owner will become quite confused by the varied claims. Additionally, keep in mind that a lot of cat foods have been manufactured with our human sensitivities in mind, such as the shape, size, color, and even smell. It’s no wonder that it is hard to discern which cat food will best meet your kitty’s nutritional needs without making her bloated and maybe even sick.
A veterinarian will be able to guide you through the maze of your cat’s nutritional needs and help you understand the different ingredients listed on the labels. He can also put to rest the nagging question of whether to feed your cat dried or canned food and whether you should put her on a cat food with low protein diet or raw food for cat diet. You love your cat and your cat loves you, so make sure she is on the best cat diet.
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