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CAT FOODS

NUTRITIONAL NEEDS

Cats are carnivores. They need:

Protein (meat, fish, poultry)
Taurine is important amino acid for cats ( beef or other animal hearts, supplements)
Vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, Calcium ( bone meal or supplements)
Water

Cats are carnivores. They do not need:

Carbohydrates ( corn, potato, rice, wheat )
People food

Cats eat as much as they need to get the nutrients they require. They might eat twice as much of cheap carbohydrate-filled brand to get the nutrients they need in a normal feeding of premium food. Also, the continued feeding of substandard foods may cause serious medical conditions.

We think a raw diet is great for cats if you know what you are doing. There are a few things you have to take into consideration. First is the safety of the food. Raw meat products have to be handled properly to prevent bacteria growth. Second is parasites. Your cats and you can get parasites from handling raw. Some parasites need certain conditions to be killed. Freezing is not killing most of them. They just are not reproducing or capsulating. You will need a routine deworming. Third, you will need to do your research to prepare raw food to make sure it has all needed micro and macro elements if you are not buying ready to use raw. Grain free diets could potentially damage cats kidneys and GI. We think, for a pet owner, it is best to choose an established, reputable, premium brand of cat food with the help of your trusted vet.

DANGEROUS FOODS

Onions contain N-propyl disulphide which destroys red blood cells in the cat, causing anemia. Garlic contains a similar substance in a lesser amount.

Tomatoes, Green (raw Potatoes) can cause lower gastrointestinal symptoms.

Chocolate is very toxic to both cats and dogs.

Grapes and Raisins are toxic for cats. Animal Poison Control Center advises not giving grapes or raisins to pets in any amount.

Milk is not toxic to cats, but adult cats fed a nutritious diet don't need milk. Lactose in cow milk and milk products produces stomach upset, cramps, and gassiness. If your cat loves milk, Catsip milk is available in pet stores. Cultural milk and farmers cheese are good for cats.

Large amounts of liver can cause Vitamin A toxicity.

Ham and pork get cat's arteries clogged.

Alcohol can cause intoxication, coma and death.

National Animal Poison Control Center
1-900-443-0000 (The charge is billed to caller's phone)
1-888-426-4435 Follow-up calls 888-299-2973