Cats need more meat in their diet because they are carnivores. There should be meat in their diet. Otherwise, health issues and nutritional deficiencies will emerge later on if they don’t get their required diet. Some pet owners are concerned because of cases of pet food recalls. So they start preparing homemade cat food. Although this is a good idea, homemade food might not have the right amount of nutrients. If the owner did not consult a pet nutritionist or veterinarian, the homemade food might not have enough nutrients.
A cat’s nutritional needs change as they get older. A kitten has different nutritional and calorie needs than an adult and senior cat. Here are some of the mistakes done when preparing food:
- Not enough meat is included in the formulation, which can lead to taurine deficiency
- Too much tuna is added to the food, which can lead to vitamin A toxicosis and bone and joint problems
- Too much raw fish is used that might destroy vitamin B1 in the body
If you want to prepare homemade cat food, it is best to consult your veterinarian London ON first.
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