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A well-stocked cupboard full of cat food does not automatically mean your cat is getting the right nutrition. The packaging may look appealing, while the product may not suit your cat’s age, lifestyle or daily needs. Owners often run into the same issues, particularly with wet cat food, dry cat food and cat food multipacks.
“With chicken”, “with fish” or “with salmon” may sound clear, but always check the composition. For example, several products in the range state that the named animal species makes up 4% of the kibble or pieces. That is not the same as 4% of the total product.
If you are looking for cat food with fish, it is therefore worth checking:
Complete and balanced cat food is intended as a daily diet when the label explicitly states this. A complementary product is intended as an extra alongside a complete meal.
According to the product description, Felix Soup Fish Wet Cat Food 6×48g is classified as complementary food for adult cats. The recommended amount is one pouch per 4 kg of body weight per day, as a supplement to a complete food. Therefore, do not use soup as a complete meal without checking first.
A cat food multipack or large bag of dry food can reduce the price per gram, but also consider:
According to the product information, opened wet food should generally be covered, stored in the fridge and used within 24 to 48 hours. If you are unsure, buy a smaller pack first.
Cat food for adult cats is not the same as kitten food. Kittens need food that, according to the packaging, is tailored to their growth stage. According to the product description, Purina One Junior Kitten Food Chicken & Grain Formula 800g is intended for kittens from weaning up to 12 months, as well as pregnant or nursing cats.
For cats from around one year old, you can look at adult formulas. For neutered cats, there are varieties with a specific use indication, such as Farmina N&D Prime Complete Cat Food for Neutered Cats - Chicken - 300g. The product description states a protein content of 38%, a fat content of 16% and feeding guidelines that take weight and activity into account.
Look for a clear statement on the packaging, such as “complete food” or “complete pet food”. Also check the intended animal species and life stage.
Examples from the range:
Wet food contains plenty of moisture and is often sold in portion pouches or tins. Dry food is easier to measure and store, but fresh drinking water should always be available.
Do not compare only the number of pouches or the weight of a box. Look at the recommended daily allowance. For example, Felix Seaside Sensations gives a guideline of 70 grams of dry food per day for a 4 kg cat. For a combination of dry and wet food, a lower dry food allowance is stated. Actual requirements may vary from cat to cat.
Why it suits this profile: A 4 kg bag is practical for households with an adult cat that eats dry food every day and where there is room to store a larger pack.
The product description explicitly states that this is complete food for adult cats. The feeding guidelines also provide a specific recommendation for 4 kg of body weight.
Dry food with fish varieties, 4 kg of food and, according to the description, no added artificial colourings.
Why it suits this profile: This variety is intended for neutered cats and, according to the product description, contains chicken, herring, egg and fish oil.
The target group is clearly stated. The label also gives a daily amount per body weight, so you do not have to rely solely on general marketing claims.
Complete food for neutered cats, 38% crude protein according to the product specification and a grain-free composition.
Why it suits this profile: A practical choice for kitten owners looking for dry kitten food for kittens from weaning up to 12 months.
The suitable age range and use as complete kitten food are specified in the product information. This makes the formula more clearly defined than general cat food.
800 grams of dry food, chicken as a named ingredient and a formula for kittens in the growth stage.
We have put together a complete, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and the applicable European safety regulations.
Wet cat food is available in sauce, jelly, mousse, pâté and soup. A multipack such as Felix Original Mix Selection in Jelly or Whiskas Adult Wet Cat 1+ Food Mixed Selection in Sauce is useful when your cat enjoys variety. However, check that all varieties are complete foods.
Dry food, such as Whiskas 1+ Dry Adult Chicken 3.8kg or Iams Vitality Adult Cat Food with Fresh Chicken 800g, has a long shelf life after opening when stored in a cool, dry place and kept tightly sealed. When combining wet and dry food, you need to adjust the total daily amount. Otherwise, adding a pouch of wet food to a full daily ration of dry food could unknowingly provide extra calories.
Choose food that clearly states it is complete and intended for adult cats. Also check the feeding guidelines by body weight and adjust the amount according to your cat’s activity level and body condition.
Always follow the label. The product information provided usually specifies 24 to 48 hours in the fridge, covered. Serve wet food at room temperature if recommended on the packaging, and discard leftovers if they have been left out of the fridge for too long.
No. The flavour does not indicate whether the product is complete, intended for kittens or suitable for neutered cats. Always check the life stage, composition, food type and daily portion. If feeding problems persist or your cat has a medical condition, consulting a vet is advisable.
