Question 1

What are the benefits of feeding my senior cat dry food?

Accepted Answer

The benefits of feeding your senior cat dry food include convenience and affordability. Dry cat kibble can provide complete and balanced nutrition for older cats without the storage and serving challenges of canned food. Dry cat food does not need to be refrigerated, so you can feed more at once without worrying about spoilage. Choose a dry adult cat kibble or a dry food specially formulated for senior cats. Many senior cat parents enjoy the ease of dry cat food and will feed it on its own or in addition to wet cat food.

Question 2

How much dry food should I feed my senior cat?

Accepted Answer

You should feed your senior cat enough dry food to meet his daily calorie requirements. Ideal amounts will vary depending on your cat's activity level, metabolic rate and the type of dry cat food you are feeding. Consult the feeding chart on your cat's food to determine how much to feed. You may need to adjust the amount you're feeding if you notice your cat is gaining or losing too much weight. Your vet can give you good guidance on how much food your senior cat needs and recommend the best dry senior cat foods.

Question 3

How do I transition my senior cat to dry food?

Accepted Answer

Transition your senior cat to dry food gradually. Start by replacing 25% of his wet food with an appropriate amount of dry kibble. You can calculate the right amount of dry food to add by figuring out how much dry food your cat will need daily, and then dividing it by 4. Mix that amount thoroughly into your cat's wet food and serve. Increase the ratio of dry to wet food to 50% after two days, then graduate to a 75%-25% dry food/wet food mix by day 5 or so. By the end of the week, you should be able to switch to 100% dry kibble. Be sure to consult with your vet before transitioning your senior cat to dry food, especially if your cat has dental issues or a chronic health condition. Your vet can give you good dietary guidance and help with transitioning your senior cat to a new diet.

Question 4

What ingredients should I look for in dry food for senior cats?

Accepted Answer

The ingredients you should look for in dry food for senior cats include real meats, healthy fat sources, vitamins and minerals, and taurine, which is essential for heart and eye health. Added probiotics, antioxidants and joint health supplements can be beneficial for senior cats, as well. Foods that are higher in protein and lower in carbohydrates are usually considered healthier for cats, so it is often a good idea to avoid senior cat foods with lots of starchy fillers. Heavily processed foods and artificial ingredients, flavors and colors may also be signs of a lower quality dry cat food, so look for mainly whole food ingredients you can recognize on the label. Your vet can help guide you on which cat food ingredients are best, and you can also use the helpful product search tools on our site to find foods that perfectly fit your preferences.

Senior Dry Cat Food

Purina Pro Plan LIVECLEAR Adult 7+ Prime Plus Longer Life Formula Dry Cat Food, 5.5-lb bag

Nature's HUG Non-GMO Grain-Free Senior Supports Vitality Senior Dry Cat Food, 4-lb bag

Hill's Prescription Diet Brain Care + j/d Joint Care Salmon Dry Cat Food, 4-lb bag

Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Multifunction Urinary SO Aging 7+ & Calm Dry Cat Food, 6.6-lb bag

Lafeber EmerAid Sustain Feline Recovery Food, 3.5-oz bag

Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Multifunction Feline Satiety + Hydrolyzed Protein Dry Cat Food, 7-l...

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