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A cat may respond enthusiastically to a new tray for weeks, then suddenly refuse it. A large multipack may also seem like good value, but it is less convenient if your cat dislikes some of the flavours or opened portions need to be used quickly. If you are looking for wet food for cats, it is therefore worth looking beyond the photo, flavour name or claim on the front.
The key points to consider are:
The packaging may say, for example, ‘with salmon’, ‘with chicken’ or ‘with tuna’. However, the product specifications may reveal that the named animal ingredient makes up just 4% of the recipe. For example, Felix Original Mix Selection in Jelly lists 4% of the named ingredient for each variety. This is useful, verifiable information, but it is not the same as a recipe made entirely from that type of fish or meat.
Always check the full composition. Look for meat and animal derivatives, cereals, vegetable protein extracts, fish and minerals.
A large cat food multipack often lowers the price per portion, but only if your cat eats all the different varieties. With cat food in pouches, each portion remains sealed until it is needed. Tins or trays can be convenient to stack, but after opening they need to be refrigerated and used promptly.
Also check the weight per portion. A box containing 44 pouches of 85 grams may appear comparable to 12 pouches of 80 grams, but the total quantity is considerably different.
Products such as INABA Churu, INABA Bisque and Sheba Filets are described in the product information as complementary food or a treat. They may be suitable as a reward or topping, but they do not automatically provide all the nutrients required for a daily meal. Give them alongside complete food and adjust the main meal when advised on the packaging.
Look for the following on the label:
For example, Whiskas Junior Classic Selection is labelled as complete wet food for kittens. According to the product descriptions, Sheba Mini Fillets, Felix Original and several Gourmet products are complete food for adult cats. Adult cats and kittens do not have the same nutritional requirements, so check the intended age group before buying.
Wet cat food contains a lot of water. The moisture levels listed in the selection range, for example, from 77.5% to 93%. This affects the amount of nutrients per unit of weight and the portion size.
Some examples from the product specifications:
Use the analytical constituents mainly to compare products with one another. The right portion also depends on your cat’s weight, age, activity level and whether it is fed alongside dry food. The feeding guidelines on the packaging should always take priority.
Cat food with gravy contains pieces in gravy and may appeal to cats that enjoy both licking and chewing. Cat food with mousse has a smooth texture and may suit cats that prefer soft food. A cat that likes variety may respond better to a mix of flavours and textures.
Serve wet food at room temperature. Cover any unused food after opening, store it in the fridge and follow the storage instructions on the label. The product information provided, for example, states a maximum of 24 hours for some opened pouches and a maximum of two days for Sheba Mini Fillets.
Why it suits this profile: The large pack contains 44 individual 85-gram pouches in four varieties: beef, chicken, tuna and salmon. This provides plenty of stock and variety for an adult cat.
The portions are packed individually in pouches and the product is labelled as complete food for adult cats. However, check that your cat accepts all the flavours.
44 pouches of 85 grams; four flavours; 82% moisture and 11.5% crude protein according to the product specifications.
Why it suits this profile: This selection consists of delicate pieces in sauce with beef, rabbit, chicken and turkey. The pack contains four 85-gram trays.
The product information clearly states that this is complete food for adult cats. The portions are small, making them easy to open and serve.
Four flavour varieties; 82% moisture; 8.5% crude protein and 4.5% fat according to the label.
Why it suits this profile: The soft mousse texture is a practical choice for cats that do not like pieces in sauce or prefer a smooth consistency.
The texture and intended age group are clearly stated. It remains complete food for adult cats; use the portion guidelines to avoid overfeeding.
85 grams per tin; mousse; 77.5% moisture, 10.5% protein and 7% fat according to the product specifications.
Cat treats are useful for rewards, interaction or as a topping. According to the product specifications, INABA Churu Cat Tuna contains 91% moisture and approximately 6 calories per treat. INABA Bisque Chicken is a creamy complementary food with 93% moisture. Do not give these products as a replacement for your cat’s daily wet food.
For a snack:
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.
Yes, provided the packaging states that it is complete food and the product is suitable for your cat’s age. Complementary mousse, broth and snacks are not intended to be a complete meal.
This varies according to weight, activity level, age and whether it is fed alongside dry food. Many products give a guideline of three to four portions per day for a cat weighing around 4 kilos. Use this as a starting point and adjust the amount according to your cat’s body condition.
Cover any leftovers and store them in the fridge. The permitted storage time varies by product: some pouches must be used within 24 hours, while other packaging states a maximum of two days. Always check the label.
