TOP 7 best food for kittens: rating, how to choose, pros and cons, reviews

When a small kitten appears in the house, owners immediately have a lot of questions related to its care. First of all, you need to monitor your pet’s nutrition so that it develops properly and delights with its little pranks. When choosing food for kittens, it is better to study reviews about it in advance. The growing body of an animal requires a special approach, so the food offered may not suit it, which will cause an upset stomach.

The importance of feed quality

Kittens often go to a new home at the age of 2-3 months. Usually, responsible breeders have already completed the necessary vaccinations by this time and accustomed the animal to regular food. When choosing food for kittens, owners should study veterinarian reviews especially carefully, especially if the pet is considered a purebred. But it is also important for an ordinary kitten to receive all the necessary vitamins and minerals from food for harmonious development.

The pet supply market offers many products from different manufacturers. Sometimes it can be difficult for the average cat lover to understand them. But the food must contain the necessary microelements and vitamins so that the pet’s digestive, muscular and skeletal systems do not suffer. Kitten food (reviews confirm this) also has a great influence on the quality of the coat.

Dry food for kittens that we do not recommend for daily feeding

Mandatory composition of good food

A lack of nutrients and vitamins leads to stunted growth in a young individual and can provoke the appearance of various diseases.

Veterinarians in reviews of kitten food indicate that they should contain the following components:

• Microelements for growth and development: taurine, iron, iodine, zinc, L-carnitine. Without them, the growth of an animal and the full development of all systems of its body are impossible.
• Vitamin A, which is responsible for the kitten’s vision and bone growth.
• Vitamin C is indispensable for the development of the digestive system, excellent immunity and promotes the elasticity of the walls of blood vessels.
• Vitamin D is responsible for blood circulation.
• Vitamin E is responsible for the future reproductive function of the kitten.
• B vitamins improve metabolism, help strengthen blood vessels and muscle tissue.

Therefore, to choose a good food for kittens, reviews from veterinarians should be taken into account. Experts have different opinions about the types of animal diet, which we will consider below.

Dry diets for adult cats

Hill's Science Plan with Duck

The Hill's company (Netherlands) produces high-quality and fairly affordable super-premium cat food. The Science Plan series produces a diet with a dietary, hypoallergenic protein - duck. It is of good quality and high meat content - 24%. Dry granules can be given to cats aged from one year to six or seven years. This is a complete product - your pet can be kept on only one food without harm to health.

Pros:

• the food contains taurine, which is necessary for the heart health of cats;
• balanced composition of minerals - less risk of developing kidney and bladder diseases;
• the complex with vitamins and microelements in the feed strengthens the immune barrier.

Minuses:

• the food contains wheat and corn - their gluten can cause allergies;
• insufficient detail of the composition - in particular, the origin of chicken fat is not indicated.

Purina Pro Plan Original Adult salmon flavor

Pro Plan Original Adult is a popular and widespread line of food for cats aged one year and older. There are many flavors and types, and there are options for sterilized animals. The salmon diet is of good quality. It is enriched with a special OPTISENSES complex, which contains arginine and antioxidants to prolong the age of activity and improve the functioning of the cat's brain.

Pros:

• high content of valuable salmon meat - it is 18% in the feed, and the total proportion of protein in the volume is 36% (one of the best indicators);
• contains valuable polyunsaturated acids that improve the condition of the coat and skin of cats;
• teeth protection - the food granules are hard, they clean well from plaque and stone.

Minuses:

• contains allergenic gluten - corn and wheat;
• the composition of animal protein and poultry fat is poorly detailed in the feed

Brit Premium Cat Adult Chicken

Affordable cat food with chicken is suitable for adult pets who are not allergic to this protein. There is a lot of protein in the diet - 40%, which includes dried and ground meat. The food also contains chicken and fish oils, which improve brain function and coat condition, and fiber from beet pulp. It improves digestion and helps remove hairballs from the cat's body.

Pros:

• contains rice - it is less allergenic than wheat;
• the diet has a good quality vitamin-mineral complex - there are B vitamins, omega acids and amino acids;
• The food contains a natural preservative - vitamin E (tocopherol).

Minuses:

• the food contains corn - but not much (10%), which reduces the risk of allergies;
• The composition of dry chicken is not detailed - there is no data on the percentage and type of by-products.

Royal Canin Digestive Care

One of the most successful lines of food from Royal Canin. It is safe and of good quality, suitable for cats with sensitive digestion, “problematic” gastrointestinal tract and the habit of regurgitating some of the swallowed granules. Digestive Care food contains a special complex of nutrients to maintain the health of your pet's intestines and stomach.

Pros:

• high protein digestibility - it is presented in the feed in a special LIP form;
• the presence of prebiotics to improve intestinal microflora;
• The food granules have a toric shape, thanks to which they are eaten slowly - cats carefully chew the kibble, so they are easily digested.

Minuses:

• cat food contains wheat and corn, which can cause allergenic reactions in some animals;
• There is no detailing of animal fats in the composition.

Bewi Cat Crocinis with Poultry, Turkey and Fish

German cat food containing three different types of crispy kibble - a total of 25% chicken, 4% turkey and 4% Atlantic herring (as flour). The diet is characterized by a high concentration of nutrients, a “rich” vitamin-mineral complex and good quality.

Pros:

• improves the condition of the coat and skin due to the high concentration of brewer's yeast in the feed (this is a source of vitamin B);
• contains a natural and healthy flavor enhancer - poultry liver hydrolysate;
• Thanks to the different types of granules in the food, even capricious cats eat it willingly.

What's better?

Even experts sometimes argue which food is better to choose for a small pet - dry or wet. In this case, it is better to focus on the breed of the animal, its age, the personal preferences of the owner and his financial capabilities.

But you should remember that you should not feed your animal food from economy-class manufacturers. They do not contain natural meat, and the amount of vitamins and nutrients is negligible. In addition, flavorings and preservatives are added to them to ensure shelf life and improve taste.

Types of cat food

A cat owner can feed his pet in one of two ways:

• natural food;
• store-bought (industrial) feed.

Each method of feeding a cat involves several types of food.

Natural food is food for the cat prepared by the owner from good quality products. We are not talking about home-cooked food for people, but about dishes prepared specifically for the animal (taking into account its age, body characteristics, breed and health status).

You can also purchase ready-made balanced natural diets in online stores. This food is usually delivered frozen and is an excellent choice for those who prefer to feed their pets a natural diet.

Industrial feeds are divided into several categories by type and class. The types may be as follows:

• dry food (in the form of granules);
• wet food (canned food in the form of pates, jellies);
• raw natural food;
• medical lines (for cats with health problems);
• treats (special treats that do not carry a calorie load).

All store-bought cat food is divided into 4 classes:

• economy class (these are budget products that contain almost no meat);
• premium class (they contain natural meat, but also artificial additives);
• super premium (expensive, practically no dyes, contains a lot of meat);
• holistic class (the most expensive, up to 90% meat, do not contain dyes or preservatives).

What food to choose for a cat

When choosing food for your pet, pay attention to a few points:

1. Age and health of the cat. The food must correspond to the condition of the animal: a kitten should not be fed with food for adult cats, a cat prone to obesity should not be fed with fatty food, etc.
2. Type of food (dry or wet, raw natural).
3. Composition of the future purchase.

It is important to decide on the type of food in advance. The fact is that these products are different in their composition and digestibility. Feeding with dry food should be accompanied by plenty of drinking (pellets contain approximately 10% moisture, and this is not enough for the animal to fully nourish itself). Wet food contains 80–85% moisture and does not need to be washed down. But feeding only canned food can be expensive. Some brands of canned food are packaged in small pouches (one pouch is designed for 1 time, but in total you may need up to 7 pieces per day). Raw natural food has the required amount of moisture, is high in calories - sometimes one bag a day is enough, and is perfectly digestible.

Pouches are intended for one complete feeding of a cat.

Mixing different brands of food is not recommended. But to feed a cat, you can combine wet and dry food if we are talking about products of the same brand.

Many of my friends leave their cats dry food in a bowl for the whole day (while they are at work) and a full bowl of fresh water. And in the evening they pamper their pets with wet food. Yes, mustachioed pets prefer wet food. But dry during the day is the best option. Firstly, cat owners can calculate the daily requirement in advance and leave everything at once (and the cat will distribute this food over the required number of times). Secondly, dry food is good for teeth. Cat breeders I know who feed their cats pellets never complain about the health of their cat's teeth.

If you feed natural diets, we recommend feeding them twice a day, morning and evening, with an interval of 6 to 10 hours. This type of food is natural for the animal and has the most beneficial effect on the health of both the entire body and the teeth in particular.

The quality of the food can be determined by its composition. The food should be well balanced - a lot of meat, few carbohydrates. The word “meat” does not necessarily mean pieces of veal pulp or tenderloin from a rack of lamb, but proteins of animal origin:

• natural fresh meat;
• dehydrated meat and fish;
• by-products and processed meat and fish products;
• bone flour.

The record holders for the quality and quantity of fresh meat, fish and eggs used in the production are Acana, Orijen and SUPERPET feeds, 75–85% and even 93% consisting of meat ingredients, up to 2/3 of which are added fresh. In addition to muscle meat, these foods also contain high-quality by-products - heart, cartilage and tripe, which attract animals and are a rich source of nutrients. Considering that Acana and Orijen and SUPERPET foods are grain- and potato-free and have very low carbohydrate content, they are an excellent choice for feeding obligate carnivores such as cats. It is not without reason that Acana, Orijen and SUPERPET belong to the class of biologically appropriate feeds, whose composition is as close as possible to the diet that animals eat in nature.

SUPERPET food consists of 93% meat ingredients

Veterinarian advice

When a cat owner asks a veterinarian which food is best to choose, most likely the advice will be the same - the more expensive option. The fact is that veterinarians often encounter cat diseases that arise from improperly balanced food. Dyes, artificial flavors, allergens - all this leads to various ailments. Therefore, professionals are trusted by high-quality food, which simply cannot be cheap.

However, now Russian-made food of very decent quality and affordable price, belonging to the super-premium class, is appearing on the market. Among such brands we can name the Blitz trademark, which is distinguished by its high content of meat components - chicken, turkey, lamb, as well as the absence of wheat as the most allergenic of grains. Blitz food does not contain dyes or artificial preservatives, but is enriched with live probiotics, Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids and other valuable additives that help maintain animal health.

Excellent quality and attractive prices for the SUPERPET line of food. These natural, balanced foods contain more than 93% meat, do not undergo high-temperature processing, therefore retain all nutrients and, in addition, are enriched with vitamins and microelements. Does not contain grains, dyes, preservatives or flavor enhancers.

Blitz is a Russian-made food of very decent quality, which does not contain wheat, which often causes allergies in cats.

When purchasing food, look at the percentage of meat by-products.
The Pro-Plan that my cat eats contains 20% turkey, which is a super premium food. In Whiskas, Kitiket and others like them - 4%. Good feeds are Pro-Plan, Hills, Eukanuba, Yams, Advance. Royal Canina does not indicate the amount of meat. As for money, a 7 kg bag of Pro-Plan will be cheaper than Whiskas, where you pay mainly for advertising. There is no need to give anything other than food, since it is complete and was invented for this purpose, so that the owners do not fool themselves. Simba, forum user, veterinarian https://www.veterinarka.ru/forum/t15307.html

In addition, one of the veterinarian’s recommendations may be a warning about the diet itself. After all, no matter how good the store-bought food is, the owner of the animal can negatively affect the health of the pet by violating the feeding rules.

Choose among the expensive ones and feed only it; there is no need to dilute or alternate with natural food.
DOCTOR-VeT, forum user, veterinarian https://www.vetmedicus.ru/forum7/topic13573.php

Most often, veterinarians advise feeding pets industrial food.

Experts often advise switching pets to a special (therapeutic) diet. Our family has never had to go to the vet for our cat's diet, but my sister's cat suffers from urolithiasis. A couple of years ago he had a severe exacerbation, the veterinarian said that it was due to a metabolic disorder. Indeed, my sister fed Donut both meat and fish, but he never ate milk or dairy products. A lot of phosphorus accumulated in the body, but there was not enough calcium, so stones formed. The veterinarian recommended that they switch to medicinal food (Urinary) - several brands have such a line.

For a cat who has given birth, I advise you to switch to Hills feeding for kittens, it is higher in calories and will replenish the energy that is spent on feeding kittens and recovering after birth.
Vikki-Vikki, user, veterinarian https://forum.webmvc.com/index.php?/topic/4361-feeding-cats/

According to veterinarians, it is better to immediately discard food if it contains one (or more) of the following ingredients:

• potatoes (this is a product with a high glycemic index, which means it can lead to diabetes);
• the liver of any birds and animals - it is believed that it is capable of retaining toxins for a long time, so its consumption is potentially dangerous;
• soy protein concentrate (it is an allergen; there are cases when soy in the feed is classified as GMO);
• animal mixture (may contain hair, claws, hooves, feathers) - very allergenic;
• corn and its processed products, wheat, flour made from it, gluten are allergens;
• any artificial additives (the letter E will help you detect them);
• salt in any quantity;
• yeast.

By remembering this list, you will be able to choose the most healthy cat food, even from an inexpensive series.

Video: Farmina veterinarian's opinion on cat food

Dry food

Veterinarians, in reviews of good food for kittens, claim that the product of high-quality brands, as a rule, is completely balanced.

It should be remembered that this type of food is suitable for pets from two months of age. The pieces themselves are quite hard, so it will be difficult for the kitten to handle it if he is still too small. But, according to experts, eating solid food is a good prevention of such a scourge as tartar.

Reviews of kitten food show that it is better to choose premium brands. Only they contain all the useful substances necessary for the development of a pet.

The best brands of dry food

As a rule, veterinarians recommend choosing the following types of dry food:

• Royal Canin. The composition mostly consists of meat, in addition, indigestible substances are excluded from it. The food is balanced and easily digested by the stomach.
• ProPlan. Premium kitten food (reviews from professional breeders confirm this) do not contain preservatives and have a natural composition.
• Eagle Pack Holistic Select. The most suitable food for kittens, according to veterinarians. It contains probiotics. Enzymes are easily absorbed. Contains a fully balanced vitamin and mineral complex. Meets the requirements for protein, fat and carbohydrate content.
• Canidae The food is free of preservatives and has a natural composition.

Professional cat breeders do not recommend purchasing food in supermarkets, because only economy-class brands are supplied there. To purchase, it is better to go to a specialized pet store or veterinary pharmacy.

Veterinarian recommendations

Veterinarians advise checking your pet for intolerance and allergic reactions before starting complementary feeding. Afterwards, you should focus on the pet’s age: the younger he is, the smaller the share of food in his diet. From 9-10 months you can completely switch the cat to food. At a younger age, use soft creamy consistencies; it is allowed to soak the food in broth and water.

Advantages of dry food and its disadvantages

Cat breeders have positive reviews of dry kitten food. Many of them found it easy to use. They highlight its following advantages:

• Balance. Each piece contains a lot of nutrients necessary for the development of the kitten.
• Eliminates errors in feed. This means that the owner cannot accidentally include inappropriate food in the diet, which will cause digestive tract upset.
• Dry food does not require any processing and is completely ready for consumption.

The main disadvantage of such feeds is the high cost of a quality product. Veterinarians advise feeding your kitten only premium brands, so the price may be a turn-off for some.

But cheap foods contain too many preservatives, increasing their shelf life. Instead of meat, as a rule, the composition includes sinews, bones and skins.

What and how often to feed a kitten

The first question that comes to the mind of kitten owners is what to feed the baby. If a small animal has been fed its mother's milk, from the first days of being in a new home you should not offer it food intended for adult cats.

The smallest kittens need to be fed from a pacifier, as they do not yet know how to feed themselves.

The smallest kittens (at least up to 1 month) need nutrition similar in properties to cat milk. There are special cat milk substitutes. Such complementary foods should be given up to 8 times a day (depending on the weight and general condition of the baby). To feed newborn kittens with this mixture, you will need a syringe (10 ml) without a needle or a small bottle with a nipple (can be bought at a pet pharmacy).

Gradually, the number of feedings can be reduced to 6 times a day. At the same time, the food should become a little harder. Many owners begin to introduce fermented milk products, meat purees, etc. into the kitten’s diet at one month of age.

In 2–3 months, the diet should be fully formed. It is recommended to reduce the number of feedings to 4–5 by the end of the third month. It is important that the baby’s diet is properly balanced. Kittens can be gradually introduced to ready-made food (specially formulated for babies) or natural food. With natural feeding, the diet can be made up of the same products that an adult cat eats. There are only 2 exceptions:

• Kittens up to 4 months can still be given cow's or goat's milk (diluted with water in a 1:1 ratio). In older kittens, milk is no longer digestible due to lactose intolerance (but lactose-free formulas can be found).
• The number of feedings should be reduced without reducing the energy value of the food (a growing body needs a lot of energy).

By the end of the third month, the kitten’s diet should already be formed.

I know a family where the cat produces 3-4 fluffies every year. The kittens in this family are taught to eat “from the table” from birth. The head of the family believes that natural food is the same as the food that people eat. At the same time, the kittens are fed as if “for slaughter.” But in fact, you can’t overfeed babies, especially with this kind of food. After all, a kitten’s body is not designed to digest many foods. Besides, being overweight wasn't doing anyone any good. As the cat grows up, it will begin to experience health problems (diabetes mellitus, urolithiasis, metabolic disorders, etc.).

Wet bait

The main difference between these types of food is their constitution. The composition of wet products is almost the same as that of dry products. As with previous species, there are economy and premium food.

The main advantage of wet food is that it can be offered to the kitten a little earlier. The soft pieces easily yield to the weak jaws of a small animal, so an already month-old pet can handle them.

When choosing, you should pay attention to the “for kittens” labeling. The pieces for them are made even smaller and enriched with an additional complex of nutrients that promote growth and development.

Manufacturers produce a variety of wet food for kittens. Reviews show that mousses and delicate creamy meat purees are very popular with pets and prepare the animal well when transitioning from mother's milk to adult food.

The best premium cat foods

The quality of this type of food is average, mainly due to the carelessness of the manufacturers, who hide significant dietary deficiencies behind bright labels. There is less meat per serving and its quality is several times worse than in higher-class feeds: for example, if chicken is listed on the menu, then a significant part of it is simply ground up bones and beaks of poultry. Mineral supplements are present, but not always in sufficient quantities.

"ProBalance"

The food is made in Russia, but the manufacturer swears that it works under the wing of a Danish company and makes all its products strictly in accordance with European quality standards. It produces three separate lines: for regular cats, sterilized cats and for animals with sensitive stomachs. According to veterinarians, the food is well absorbed (almost 90%). Unfortunately, there are too many plant proteins in food, and there are also synthetic antioxidants.

✅ Advantages of food:

• There are no by-products in the ingredients;
• Availability of medicinal herbs;
• Shelf life;
• Reasonable price.

❌ Cons:

• All produced diets are designed only for adult cats;
• It contains a lot of grains: much less meat.

"Brit Premium"

The Czech company produces super-premium and premium products. Even the second type of diet, although it uses lower-quality meat, has a good effect on the general condition of the pets: after a long period of feeding, the fur becomes fluffy and literally shiny, the teeth look healthy, and the cats themselves behave actively and energetically.

✅ Advantages of food:

• Variety of assortment: canned food and dry food;
• Availability;
• Price.

❌ Cons:

• The composition contains corn, which is useless;
• The presence of valerian: cats do not feel moderation and overeat.

Recommended wet food

Among manufacturers, there are many companies that produce quality products. However, there are also fakes, so it is imperative to pay attention to the quality of the packaging.

The most popular brands of wet food are:

• Flatazor. It contains dietary meat and phytoactive components.
• Doctor Alders. It has a wide range of different flavors. The composition contains only natural ingredients that exclude the development of allergic reactions.
• Felidae Inexpensive and good food for kittens. Reviews from breeders confirm that the composition is natural, it contains all the necessary microelements and recommended vitamins.
• Hills. The composition contains only natural meat. Enriched with magnesium, phosphorus and calcium, necessary for a growing body.

Premium kitten food has only positive reviews from breeders. Their composition meets all the requirements of specialists and does not cause problems with the kitten’s digestive system.

Reviews

Let's now take a look at some reviews from cat owners about Felix food:

Elena: “Good afternoon! Felix started buying it immediately after it appeared on store shelves. My cat has probably already tried all the flavors. Always eats everything. True, I don’t give food often; I combine it with homemade food.

The appearance of the feed is satisfactory. If you look closely, you can see crushed vessels - that is, there are definitely by-products in the composition. In addition, you can notice chopped pieces of various vegetables. I really like that different types of food are constantly appearing, there is always something to choose from. I should also note that my cat is completely healthy! Very active and affectionate. There are no problems with digestion."

Ekaterina: “I’ve been raising cats for quite a long time, so I’m well versed in their nutrition. Somehow, out of curiosity, I bought a couple of bags of Felix food. I really liked the price. But other than that, I didn’t notice any advantages in it. It doesn't even smell like meat, but my cats attacked it like crazy - this suggests that it contains a huge amount of additives. After that I don’t buy Felix anymore, only sometimes for barn cats. This is still better for them than going hungry, and, unfortunately, finances do not allow them to buy other food.

In general, I do not recommend feeding Felix food if you value the health of your pets. There’s nothing good about it except the cost.”

Irina: “I have a British cat. I always buy her different foods, because it’s hard to please her - she doesn’t eat everything. One day “Felix” caught my eye. Delicious pieces." The pieces really looked appetizing, and my pet ate them willingly. After that I decided to continue buying them.

After 2 months, I noticed that my cat had gained noticeable weight and began to refuse other foods. After surfing the web, I came across information that Felix is ​​very often addictive. Gradually the cat was switched to premium food. Still, economy class does not have a very good effect on the health of animals. I was convinced of this from my own experience.”

Pros and cons of wet food

The benefits of wet food are generally exactly the same as those of dry food. But its main difference is that it can partially satisfy the pet in liquid. In addition, after consumption you do not need as much water as after dry.

The disadvantages of the wet option also relate to its price, especially if you purchase a premium quality brand. It should be taken into account that if you constantly feed wet kibble, you need to take care of anti-tartar agents.

What food is best for kittens? Reviews on the Internet can be found contradictory. The choice primarily depends on the composition of the product and the personal preferences of the pet.

Features of choosing budget diets

All cat food is divided into four categories - economy, premium, super-premium and holistic. The most budget-friendly diets are from the first group, but you need to be careful with them. Most economy feeds contain low-quality, cheap ingredients, synthesized dyes, and flavor enhancers that are dangerous for animals. At the other “pole” are holistic diets. They are made from the best ingredients - human quality meat, organic vegetables. But these cat foods are more expensive than others.

The optimal choice is a premium or super-premium diet. It is inexpensive, but not due to the poor quality of the components. Manufacturers of affordable food are large companies that achieve affordable product prices through volume and improved production. They monitor the good quality of products, since their reputation depends on it. Therefore, among their foods it is easy to find the best option for your pet. Veterinarians and breeders recommend products manufactured by Berkley, Brit, Hills, Animonda, Royal Canin, Pro Plan, Cat Chow.

When choosing cat food, consider the following nutritional rules:

• if you give your cat dry food, make sure that the animal always has plenty of fresh water - the granules contain only 10% moisture, and without drinking too much;
• Wet food contains about 80% moisture, so it spoils faster - if the cat has not eaten all the pate or pouch, you need to throw away the leftovers so that they do not cause food poisoning;
• for additional hygiene, give your cat dry food - solid granules help clean teeth from plaque and prevent the development of tartar;
• if you have a small kitten or a cat with special needs (sterilized, with urolithiasis, heart disease or other disease), he needs to be given food from medicinal lines - as in the case of a standard diet, you can choose a budget option.

Selection rules

Despite the same advantages of dry and wet food, many pet owners are faced with the problem of choice. Professional breeders advise choosing the following brands of dry food:

1. Royal Canin.
2. ProPlan.
3. Eagle Pack Holistic Select.

These manufacturers offer a wide range of feeds, but their prices are not suitable for everyone. It is worth noting that feeding cheap analogues can negatively affect the kitten’s health. The thing is that the economy version always contains too much salt and preservatives.

Many people prefer canned kitten food. Which is better? Reviews from veterinarians indicate that it is better to prefer a type that completely excludes flavorings. Of course, premium brands cannot be stored for long. Therefore, they are placed on a plate immediately before consumption.

Cat food rating 2022

In different food ratings, some products change places, but the meaning remains the same - only the most popular among pet owners for a certain period are included in the TOP.

Economy class feed

The following brands have been the favorite economy class foods for a long time:

• Purina One;
• "Night Hunter";
• "Every day";
• Whiskeys;
• Wellkiss;
• Felix;
• Kitekat.

Table: comparison of economy class feeds

Photo gallery: the best economy class food in 2022

Kitekat is a cheap food that can be found in any supermarket

Although Purina One is an economy class food, veterinarians often recommend it to their patients

Night Hunter cat food is a relatively new brand of pet food, which from the first days began to enjoy the trust of customers

Veterinarians and breeders of purebred cats are dissatisfied with the quality of Whiskas, but the animals themselves simply adore this product

Felix food is a more budget-friendly option for Purina One

Video: examination of popular cheap cat food

Premium segment products

Popular premium segment foods include:

• Royal Canin;
• Hill's;
• Brit;
• "Our brand";
• Berkley;
• Pro Plan;
• ProBalance
• Sheba;
• Happy Cat;
• Iams;
• 1ST Choica;
• Gourmet.

Table: comparison of the most popular premium foods

Photo gallery: premium cat food

Veterinarians trust Royal Canin food, as manufacturers offer a wide veterinary line

Sheba is only wet food, but this brand has many lines

The Hill's brand has many foods with different flavors and for animals of different ages.

Even with a limited number of Gourmet foods, you can choose the right option with the right taste

Pro Plan is one of the products of Purina, which has long been popular among Russian consumers

Super premium food

The most popular super premium food among buyers:

• Pronature Original;
• Gina;
• Bozita;
• Flatazor;
• 1st Choice;
• Bosch;
• Organix;
• Schesir;
• Brit Care;
• Leonardo;
• Monge.

Super premium foods are harder to find than their cheaper counterparts. Some cat owners have to order them from suppliers (this also guarantees quality). In addition, now you can place an order through online stores, in which case you can receive the goods at home.

Table: popular super premium foods

Photo gallery: super premium cat food

1st Choice super premium food cannot boast of a large number of types

Pronature Original food does not contain dyes or flavors

Gina super premium food is highly valued by veterinarians for its high quality

Unlike many other high quality foods, cats like Bozita

Bosch products do not contain soy protein, all protein comes from animal products

Holistic segment feed

The best holistic foods, according to cat owners, include:

• Innova;
• Acana;
• Almo Nature;
• Farmina N&D;
• Nature Holistic;
• Orijen;
• Gina Elite;
• Grandorf;
• Barking Heads;
• Savarra;
• !;
• Now;
• SUPERPET.

Table: comparison of the best holistic foods

Photo gallery: popular luxury cat food

When purchasing Almo Nature wet food in packaging (for example, 12 cans), their price will be lower

Not all cats eat expensive foods such as Pronature Holistic because they do not contain flavor or odor enhancers.

Even humans can eat food like Innova

Feed Go! can only be ordered directly from class=”aligncenter” width=”600″ height=”588″[/img] Lesser-known holistic foods, such as Now, can be purchased at the price of a premium product

SUPERPET food with turkey will appeal to even picky pets

Food with different flavors

Manufacturers try their best to make food more attractive to consumers and healthier for cats. To do this, recipe developers and veterinary nutritionists create products with different flavors. Moreover, it is absolutely not necessary that the food contains exactly the meat that is indicated on the label. Most economy, premium and super premium class products contain flavorings. Of course, some owners understand this trick perfectly well, but what can you do to please your pet?

However, raw natural food does not suffer from this, since you yourself can see what kind of meat the product is made from; the ingredients are visible to the naked eye. For example, SUPERPET food is made from natural chicken, turkey, beef, duck and rabbit. And without the use of fragrances.

There are foods with the following flavors:

• chicken (Whiskas for kittens with chicken, 1st Choice Vitality);
• beef (Kitekat beef in jelly, Almo Nature Beef&Rice);
• rabbit (Monge Rabbit);
• beef tongue (Sheba from veal and tongue, Dinner Menu No. 7);
• lamb (Acana Grasslands);
• ducks (Innova Evo 95 Duck, Sheba mini, Monge Duck);
• turkey (Sheba with turkey in Bechamel sauce);
• liver (Brit Premium with chicken and chicken liver);
• salmon (Sheba mini, Whiskas for kittens stew with salmon);
• tuna (Monge Tonno Del Pacifico Con Salmone);
• shrimp, seafood (Monge Fantasia Di Mare Con Pollo, Schesir with chicken and shrimp);
• trout (Sanabelle Adult with trout);
• anchovies (Monge Anchovies);
• combinations of meat/fish with vegetables/fruits (Farmina N&D fish and orange, Pronature with turkey and cranberries).

Some manufacturers produce food with “rare” flavors (shrimp, seafood, fruit, etc.)

Key points about feeding a kitten

Veterinarians in reviews of kitten food indicate that it is better to prefer premium products. High-quality brands are fully balanced and meet the needs of a young animal’s body.

But often owners want to pamper their pet with homemade food. In this case, you should follow some rules:

1. Do not salt the finished product.
2. Raw meat can be given only after freezing. This eliminates possible microorganisms.
3. If the animal is castrated, then it should not be offered fish.
4. Fatty foods and butter are contraindicated for kittens.
5. The fish must be boiled before serving to prevent the appearance of worms.
6. Sausage, frankfurters and pork should absolutely not be given to kittens.