Cats can be picky and hard to feed, but the right wet cat food will bring your pet lots of pleasure and sustain their health.
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What is the best wet cat food for adult cats in 2024?
Cats are often picky eaters and their diet must be well balanced to limit the risk of illness. Wet cat food can be a solution to many problems.
Cats have always been fussy animals and every owner has stories of wet food or kibble refused overnight. Wet food has a definite benefit for cats who don’t drink enough because it provides them with a healthy level of hydration. In addition, wet food has the advantage of being more palatable than kibble and is, therefore, more suitable for fussy cats.
Brands of wet cat food offer different types of products, each with its advantages and disadvantages. Comparing different types of wet cat food for adult cats before buying is essential to keep your pet healthy for as long as possible.
Summary
Where do I buy adult wet cat food?
Wet cat food is available in different types of shops, including discount and traditional supermarkets.
You can buy premium wet cat food in garden centres and pet shops.
Finally, specialist food, i.e. wet food to treat specific pathologies of liver, urinary tracks, kidney and other organs can only be purchased from veterinarians.
How do I feed my cat with wet cat food?
Wet cat food is often richer in nutrients than kibble and can therefore lead to weight gain. To avoid this, it can be mixed with green beans or cooked courgettes.
It can also be given as a supplement to a dry diet to keep the cat from becoming obese. If your pet is putting on too much weight because of their diet, it is necessary to make an appointment with a vet to establish the exact cause and find solutions suitable to their weight, age and physical condition.
Is there a type of adult cat wet food that is the best?
It all depends on your cat's health: if they are over 1 and under 7 years old, and have no particular pathologies, they can be fed any wet cat food.
However, if they have weight, kidney or other issues, it is best to turn to specialised cat wet food.
You can choose regular or grain-free wet cat food, as long as the proportion of cereal is not too high.
How to choose the right wet food for my adult cat?
Many cat owners complain that their cat is 'difficult'. This reputation is linked to a number of factors. On the one hand, cats are fussy eaters: they like to eat in batches, throughout the day and night. They inherited this from their ancestors who lived in the desert and fed on small prey. They prefer to save some "for later", in case they don't find any more food.
Furthermore, cats often associate food with their wellbeing: if they have been ill after eating, they will associate that food with feeling bad and will not want to eat it again.
Finally, contrary to dogs, hunger will never make the food they don’t like. To avoid your cat refusing food, you can buy tester size packages and different flavours to try them.
How often should an adult cat be fed?
You can give your adult cat wet food in the morning and evening, or even 3 times a day, to avoid food drying in the bowl.
How long does wet adult cat food last?
Adult wet cat food has a long shelf life of several months to one year or even more depending on the brand. It is packaged in protective containers, either sachets or cans.
However, once opened, wet cat food for adult cats should be consumed within 24 to 48 hours according to the manufacturer's instructions. It should be stored in the refrigerator and, if possible, the container should be resealed between feedings. In any case, if left open for too long, the food will dry out and your cat may not want to eat it.
