Cat Diet

How to follow a healthy diet for your cat

 When it comes to pet food, they need a balanced diet and proper nutrition to maintain their lifespan, as well as plenty of fresh, clean water to ensure that this pet stays happy and healthy.

For cats, we all know that they love food very much, whether it is cat food or human food, they do anything to get food, however, not all food is good for every cat and not every cat needs as many nutrients as others, but As a basic rule;Cats need a balanced diet based on meat, most animals, but not all of them need meat to survive, for the daily diet needs to include protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and essential minerals along with fresh water and the amount of nutrients depends on a number of Factors from one cat to another.

How much food does a cat need?

  We know that lately the biggest mistake of cat owners is feeding their pets too much. Many veterinarians, in fact, say obesity is the most prevalent nutritional disease, and they report that 1 out of 3 cats in Australia are obese, The Australian Veterinary Association also said that obesity in pets leads to diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, liver disease and arthritis.

Therefore, you should get a consultation with your cat's veterinarian about the amount of food that should be avoided so that your cat does not become obese, and in general, you should provide about 25-30 calories per pound of body weight per day, this is sufficient for most cats.

Some common mistakes that occur as a result of preparing domestic cat food:

-Eating a little meat can lead to blindness, heart disorders and even death.

-Eating a lot of tuna, can lead to vitamin A poisoning, and may create other problems such as osteoporosis, joint pain and dry skin.

-Eating a lot of raw fish can destroy vitamin B1, and may lead to muscle weakness or even brain damage.

- If you are not an expert, it is better not to feed the cat home food, it is better to leave the matter of food to a nutritionist.

And don't forget to keep an eye on the amount of water your cat drinks, and consult your vet if it seems to you that your cat has started drinking more or less water than usual, because excessive water consumption can be an indication of diseases such as diabetes or an overabundance of water. Thyroid activity.