In order for the pet to live a long life and not get sick, it is important to monitor nutrition and buy special, correct formulations.
A balanced diet reduces the risk of disease and increases the life expectancy of the animal.
Pet stores sell different types of food. Which one to choose? Is it possible to feed a cat food from the owner's table?
What do veterinarians recommend to make up a diet from dry food or natural food? We will answer these and other questions in the article.
How to choose the right ingredients
To balance the diet of the animal, go to the veterinarian for an examination. The doctor will diagnose, take tests, and determine which vitamins and nutrients the pet lacks.
If there is no opportunity to visit the clinic, buy food based on the following characteristics:
- Health problems. Chronically ill pets often need diet food.
- Castration or sterilization. After the procedures, animals are prone to gaining excess weight, manufacturers take this into account.
- Age. A young and growing kitten's body needs high-calorie nutrition rich in vitamins, in older cats the gastrointestinal tract works worse, so special formulations have been developed for them.
Veterinarians recommend taking into account the breed of your pet. For example, Persian and other long-haired cats need more fiber for proper digestion.
Large cats such as Maine Coons are fed a diet rich in minerals and vitamins to strengthen bones and joints.
In order for the diet to be balanced and complete, it is important to know the health and anatomy of the pet.
