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Cat treats come in a range of forms, from crunchy bites and soft treats to liquid snacks and small portions of wet food. The choice is useful, but it can make comparing products harder. Eye-catching packaging tells you little about nutritional value, portion size or whether a product is suitable for your cat.
Three common pitfalls are worth looking out for:
First, check the legal product description. The packaging will usually state whether the product is complete pet food or complementary pet food. A product such as Gourmet Mon Petit Intense Poultry is described as complete wet food for adult cats. A treat such as INABA Churu, on the other hand, is complementary pet food and doesn’t replace a complete meal.
This distinction matters when you’re looking for cat treats for adult cats. Use a complementary product as a reward, topper or extra, and adjust the main meal if the feeding guide recommends it. Dry cat food and wet cat food should remain the basis of your cat’s daily feeding routine, unless your vet advises otherwise.
Don’t just look at the flavour on the front of the pack. For a cat treat with chicken, cat treat with fish, cat treat with tuna or cat treat with salmon, check:
The words “with chicken” don’t automatically mean chicken is the main ingredient. For example, the product information for Whiskas Dental Treats Chicken Flavor states that it contains 18% chicken. For Felix Double the Tasty Salmon, Sea Fish & Beetroot, the product composition lists 1.7% salmon and 1.7% sea fish in the total product. Percentages like these make it easier to compare flavours fairly.
Choose a treat to suit how you plan to use it. A crunchy treat may work well in a puzzle feeder or during training. A soft or liquid treat is more convenient as a topper or for hiding a tablet. Check the storage instructions too: some opened products need to be refrigerated and used within 24 hours or a few days.
A cat treat for hydration contains a relatively high level of moisture, but it doesn’t replace fresh drinking water. According to the product information, INABA Bisque Cat Tuna with Salmon contains 93% moisture. INABA Churu products list 91% moisture. This can be a practical way to offer extra moisture to cats that don’t drink much, without suggesting that the product has a medical benefit.
Take extra care with dental cat treats. The product description for Whiskas Dental Treats Chicken Flavor states that there is scientific evidence to support a reduction in tartar. This is a claim made in the brand’s product information, not a guarantee for every cat. A treat doesn’t replace dental checks or dental care when needed.
Why it suits this profile: The small pack makes it easy to try a flavour and texture before committing to a larger multipack.
The portion size and feeding instructions are easier to assess than they are with a large mixed selection.
60 grams, several shapes and, according to the product information, flavours with chicken, liver and turkey.
Why it suits this profile: A good choice if you’re looking for complete wet food in small portions, with a little variety.
The product information clearly states that this is complete food for adult cats, not just a snack.
Six 50-gram portions, with poultry-based varieties and 81.5% moisture according to the product specifications.
Why it suits this profile: The liquid texture makes it useful as a topper, for hand-feeding or for hiding medication.
The product information identifies it as complementary pet food and gives a clear maximum of 3 to 4 sticks per day for adult cats.
20 sticks of 14 grams, 91% moisture and, according to the product specifications, 6 calories per stick.
Why it suits this profile: A crunchy treat for owners who consider texture and a specific product function as well as flavour.
The product description states that it is complementary pet food for adult cats and recommends a maximum of 17 pieces per day.
240 grams split across six boxes, with 18% chicken according to the stated product composition.
We’ve put together a complete, up-to-date list of products that meet these strict selection criteria and the applicable European safety regulations.
It depends on your cat’s weight, age and activity level, as well as the calories in the treat. Always follow the guidance on the packaging and keep extra food to a small part of your cat’s daily intake. If you’re unsure, your cat is overweight or they’re on a special diet, it’s best to consult your vet.
Liquid treats often contain more moisture than crunchy cat treats. According to the product information, some INABA products contain 91 to 93% moisture. This makes them a useful source of extra moisture, but they don’t replace clean drinking water or complete cat food.
Churu cat treats are usually liquid sticks that you can use as a topper, for hand-feeding or when giving medication. Felix cat treats are available as crunchy mixes and complementary wet food. According to the product information, Catisfactions cat treats have a crunchy outside and a soft filling. Compare the ingredients, portion size, moisture content and feeding advice rather than choosing on brand name alone.
