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Treating your cat may seem simple, until you are standing in front of a shelf full of cat snacks. Do you choose a crunchy treat, a soft filling or a liquid cat snack? And does “with chicken” also mean that chicken is the main ingredient?
Anyone who focuses only on flavour or packaging can fall into several common traps. By checking the ingredients, nutritional value and feeding guidance carefully, you can find cat treats that suit your cat’s age, weight and daily routine.
“With beef”, “with salmon” or “with chicken” can mean different things. So check the ingredients and the percentage of the named ingredient. For example, Whiskas Cat Sticks Beef Flavor lists 80% beef in its ingredients, while in some snacks the named animal ingredient makes up a much smaller proportion.
There can also be a significant difference between fish-flavoured cat treats. According to the product information, Felix Crispies Salmon & Trout contains 0.4% salmon meal and 0.4% trout meal. So the snack tastes of fish, but it is not mainly made from fish.
Some cat treats contain very few calories per piece. Catisfactions, for example, states that each piece contains fewer than 2 kcal. INABA CHURU states 6 calories per stick. This can help when planning a treat, but the total amount still matters.
Snacks are usually complementary food and do not replace a complete meal. Take the energy provided by cat treats into account alongside your cat’s normal food and snacks. The guidance on the packaging should be your main reference, as recommended portions can vary considerably between products.
Claims about dental care, hydration or hairballs should be read carefully. According to Whiskas’s own information, Dental Treats Chicken Flavor has a texture that helps reduce tartar. According to Purina’s own information, the porous structure of DentaLife is designed for daily dental care.
This does not mean that dental cat treats replace professional dental care. The same applies to anti-hairball cat treats: G’woon’s product description mentions support with hairballs, but results may vary from cat to cat. If problems persist, it is sensible to consult a vet.
The label will tell you whether you are buying complete food or complementary food. Complementary cat treats are intended as an extra alongside your cat’s normal food. INABA CHURU Chicken and Tuna, for example, are complementary snacks. Whiskas Temptations, Catisfactions and Felix Crispies are also intended as treats.
Gourmet Gold Tender Treats with Chicken and Sea Fish are described in the product information as complete food for adult cats. Even so, check the feeding guidance on the packaging, as a tin of wet food and a small snack serve different purposes.
Analytical constituents provide more useful guidance than general marketing claims:
For cats that do not drink much, a liquid cat snack can be a practical way to provide extra moisture. According to the product information, INABA Fun Bites is intended for this purpose. You should also ensure that fresh drinking water is always available.
Not every snack is suitable for kittens. Catisfactions states that it is suitable from 8 weeks, while Vitakraft Liquid Snack Chicken is intended for cats aged 3 months and over. According to the product information, Whiskas Cat Sticks Salmon and Beef are not suitable for kittens.
Store dry cat treats in a cool, dry place and seal resealable bags securely. Opened CHURU liquid snacks should be refrigerated and used within 24 hours, according to the product guidance. An opened Whiskas stick should be given within one day, according to the information provided. Also check the pack size before buying: 18 grams is handy for trying different options, while a multipack or 180-gram bag may offer better value for daily use.
Why it suits this profile: The 60-gram pack is a manageable size for anyone who wants to try different cat snacks without immediately buying a large supply.
The product information states that each piece contains fewer than 2 kcal, making portions easier to plan. It remains complementary food.
Crunchy outside, with a soft cheese filling, and described in the product information as suitable for adult cats and kittens from 8 weeks.
Why it suits this profile: This soft snack is suitable for interactive feeding, as a topping or for cats that prefer a different texture from kibble.
The product clearly states 6 calories per treat and 91% moisture. This allows you to take both moisture and energy content into account when making your choice.
Tuna flavour, 91% moisture and a recommended guideline of 1–2 sticks per day for adult cats.
Why it suits this profile: A choice for owners of adult cats who want to make daily dental care part of their routine.
The packaging gives a daily quantity and advises supervision while feeding. According to Purina’s own information, the texture was developed for dental care.
Crunchy, porous texture; according to the product information, contains calcium and taurine; salmon variety.
Why it suits this profile: Handy for cats that show little interest in water, or for owners who want to combine a liquid topping with cat food and snacks.
The 93% moisture content is clearly stated. Recommended portions vary according to body weight, making it easier to avoid overfeeding.
93% moisture, several flavours and a 146-gram pack; suitable as a complementary snack or topping.
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.
This depends on the product, your cat’s weight and its activity level. Follow the feeding guidance on the packaging and preferably limit snacks to a small proportion of your cat’s daily energy intake. Felix Crispies, for example, recommends a maximum of 12 grams per day for an average adult cat. Adjust the main meal if you give snacks more frequently.
Not automatically. Check the stated minimum age. Catisfactions states that it is suitable from 8 weeks, while Vitakraft Liquid Snack Chicken is suitable from 3 months. According to the product information, Whiskas Cat Sticks are not suitable for kittens. If in doubt, choose a product that is clearly labelled as suitable for kittens.
Store dry cat treats in a cool, dry place and keep them tightly sealed. Liquid snacks often need to be refrigerated after opening and used quickly. INABA CHURU advises using the product within 24 hours. Always follow the storage instructions on the packaging, as shelf life varies between products.
