{"id":110940,"date":"2022-04-23T05:36:31","date_gmt":"2022-04-23T05:36:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/"},"modified":"2022-04-23T05:36:31","modified_gmt":"2022-04-23T05:36:31","slug":"is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Is it better to feed cats wet or dry food?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/#Is_it_better_to_feed_cats_wet_or_dry_food\" title=\"Is it better to feed cats wet or dry food?\">Is it better to feed cats wet or dry food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/#Should_cats_have_wet_food_everyday\" title=\"Should cats have wet food everyday?\">Should cats have wet food everyday?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/#Do_cats_need_to_have_both_wet_and_dry_food\" title=\"Do cats need to have both wet and dry food?\">Do cats need to have both wet and dry food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/#Is_it_OK_to_feed_cats_dry_food_only\" title=\"Is it OK to feed cats dry food only?\">Is it OK to feed cats dry food only?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/#Should_cats_always_have_wet_food\" title=\"Should cats always have wet food?\">Should cats always have wet food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/#Is_it_OK_to_give_cats_different_wet_food_everyday\" title=\"Is it OK to give cats different wet food everyday?\">Is it OK to give cats different wet food everyday?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/#Do_I_need_to_feed_my_cat_both_wet_and_dry_food\" title=\"Do I need to feed my cat both wet and dry food?\">Do I need to feed my cat both wet and dry food?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/#Can_cats_survive_on_dry_food_alone\" title=\"Can cats survive on dry food alone?\">Can cats survive on dry food alone?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-better-to-feed-cats-wet-or-dry-food-2\/#How_often_should_cats_have_wet_and_dry_food\" title=\"How often should cats have wet and dry food?\">How often should cats have wet and dry food?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_better_to_feed_cats_wet_or_dry_food\"><\/span>Is it better to feed cats wet or dry food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Wet food is more expensive and less easy to use but can be beneficial in cats prone to lower urinary tract disease, constipation and that are overweight. Dry food can be a very efficient way to provide calories in thin cats with food volume limitations and allows for the use of food puzzles and food toy dispensers.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_cats_have_wet_food_everyday\"><\/span>Should cats have wet food everyday?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many wet foods come in three-ounce cans and <b>recommend feeding approximately one can a day for every three to three and a half pounds of body weight. However, brands vary. A happy, healthy cat will maintain a good weight and stay active.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_need_to_have_both_wet_and_dry_food\"><\/span>Do cats need to have both wet and dry food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ultimately, your cat will decide whether she prefers dry or wet cat food. <b>Purina nutritionists recommend feeding a combination of wet and dry food, though. This helps ensure she gets plenty of moisture in her diet, plus the dental benefits of dry food, all while adding variety to keep her interested.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_feed_cats_dry_food_only\"><\/span>Is it OK to feed cats dry food only?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many wet foods come in three-ounce cans and <b>recommend feeding approximately one can a day for every three to three and a half pounds of body weight. However, brands vary. A happy, healthy cat will maintain a good weight and stay active.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_cats_always_have_wet_food\"><\/span>Should cats always have wet food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So, do cats need wet food? <b>Not necessarily, but feeding a combination of wet and dry food can give your cat the benefits of both. The wet food will increase her total daily water intake and provide her the variety she wants and the dry kibble will help keep her teeth clean.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_give_cats_different_wet_food_everyday\"><\/span>Is it OK to give cats different wet food everyday?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Answer: <b>There is absolutely nothing wrong with feeding a variety of brands and flavors of natural wet cat food. In fact, it is actually a good way to ensure they are receiving a well balanced diet and helps mitigate against food sensitivities.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_to_feed_my_cat_both_wet_and_dry_food\"><\/span>Do I need to feed my cat both wet and dry food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>You can feed your cat on wet or dry food, or a combination of both. Some cats prefer to be fed wet food in the morning, for example, but have dry food left out during the day to snack on. Unlike many dogs, cats prefer to crunch on their dry food and generally find it less attractive when soaked, so keep it dry.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_cats_survive_on_dry_food_alone\"><\/span>Can cats survive on dry food alone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dry food is fine as long as it is complete and balanced, says Dr. Kallfelz. Dry food may be less expensive than canned cat food and may stay fresher longer. Cats that eat only dry food need to be provided with lots of fresh water, especially if they are prone to developing urinary tract blockages.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_cats_have_wet_and_dry_food\"><\/span>How often should cats have wet and dry food?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dry  Wet Food: Feed 1\/6 cup of dry food twice a day and 1\/3 of a 6 ounce can of wet food once a day OR 1\/2 of a 3.5 ounce can of wet food. Dry Food Only: Feed 1\/6 cup of dry food three times a day.<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Is it better to feed cats wet or dry food?Should cats have wet food everyday?Do cats need to have both wet and dry food?Is it OK to feed cats dry food only?Should cats always have wet food?Is it OK to give cats different wet food everyday?Do I need to feed my cat&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-110940","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/110940"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=110940"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/110940\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=110940"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=110940"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=110940"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}