LOL!! It’s a win win! Of animal rescue not to feed your cat cars!!! Now, we understand that people who care for and feed feral cats and cats in a shelter are fed dry and commercial food because they have no choice. The vet learned I was feeding my dog a famous brand of raw dog food (sometimes treating her with Black Angus ground meat). These molds are fitted in outer cloth wraps to stimulate the tactile feel of prey for a cat to grab, claw and use his teeth on. They need real protein based food. She’s nuts! We DO have some personality conflicts, really serious ones, so there are 3 “zones” – used screen doors to allow visual contact and air flow, but it keeps the fights from happening! He stays wrapped around your legs and talks incessantly about anything. If they kill a mouse, squirrel or bird they don’t start a fire and cook it they just eat it. I totally agree w this comment. My 8-year-old cat runs, jumps, hunts with great enthusiasm, that she didn’t do before. Yea, it’s just so great to let them roam outside unattended at the mercy of every nut out there. My cats have lived to 19 and 20. Cats and dogs don’t eat corn, peas, potatoes or grains. It’s the opposite! They stay in at night and go out in the daytime if they want to. It’s almost a vicious circle – if she can lose enough weight to get her on this diet, then on this diet she will lose weight kinda thing). He will dump a bowl over if we try to give him water in it while washing his machines. They will hunt, scavenge, or beg for food and thrive regardless of how they obtained their nourishment. Feeding them homemade raw food allows me to never feel guilty abput overfeeding or wondering if they are healthy. I feed my three cats wet food, and I feed them on plates, not bowls. Two of little over 2 and other 3 are just one year old. 4 female 3 males. No says: you should supplement your cat’s diet! And any wet is so much better than dry. They push it to side and just eat dry food. He doesn’t always ask at the same time and sometimes he may ask Only once but mostly twice. the answer, nothing natural. all of this information is there for one thing, to make the consumer say uh oh and run right out and buy their products. And as for bowls thats is the best way to keep them out of the trash. These articles might provide some insight as well: At first you have to squirt them. Stay informed! Many cats would rather stay inside - my cat has only wanted to be indoors and is scared of outside! Start by placing these kibble-filled faux mice on a floor in a closed room. Blue Buffalo Wild Delights can us what I use, & once a day Solid Gild Quail & pumpkin tiny crunchies. Great references on Facebook are Feline Nutrition and Feline Lower Urinary Tract. It allows you to pour measured kibble into two openings. SENTRY Calming Collar for cats is not a pharmaceutical product. in nz can you beleave we still use 1080 ,we are killing our deer our beatiful keas pigs dogs eels fish as it falls in the water horses etc our council owns the posion conflict of intrest. Goodness only knows what rubbery junk the flakes/chunks are made out of : ), My two American shorthairs will not eat flakes or chunked food either….has to be pate…Elizabeth. I am so sorry. Not the corn meal junk they sell tons of. we have CHANGED CATS. I just find this comment very double standard and irresponsible itself. Orijen CATWatch, the UK's leading cat deterrent manufactured in the UK, has successfully completed a two-year scientific trial conducted by the RSPB to determine its deterrent effect on cats in residential gardens. Leah, quite bluntly, stop being so judgmental. This is why dogs should NEVER be left alone in a yard, and why dogs & cats should NEVER be “let” outdoors alone. Fromm, T r y these better once… When my husband came home I told him he better make a fuss over her before touching them. Perhaps if one has a 1-2 kitty household the scattering method would be entertaining, but not practical for some of us. “Although your cat may coexist beautifully in your home with your other cats and your dogs, eating for a cat is a vulnerable time,” said Elizabeth Bales, VMD, a veterinarian at the Red Lion Veterinary Hospital in New Castle, Delaware. They are also stolen to be sold to laboratories for $25 a head where they are tortured, oftentimes to death, or worse, sometimes for years, because after the experiment, they are “recycled” (made well again for the next experiment. FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY. It’s the opposite. I bought a lot of organ meat just for them and they leave it. I will now be switching my cats to a much higher quality Rachael ray nutrish dry food. Vet Brian Faulkner provides expert advice on the household items that pose a threat to your cat… Frozen patties (Vital Essentials) that I thaw out and portion. Except I’ve changed their water bowls to stainless steel. This is the way to feed your cat(s): Wet or grain-free or raw food — NO dry food, except as a training treat — every four to five hours, and NO free feeding (leaving food out at all times for them to nibble on whenever they want.) If he likes the smell he will try it but if he doesn’t like the taste he makes his no (meep) and goes on his way. I hope your little girl is soon accepted into the cat colony. It is a misconception that this is being finicky. My cat is my baby and will be treated like any of my family. We gave her a tiny pill everyday. I have filter water in my house or use Spring Water but Not Distilled. Oh yes and I forgot ants!!! Eating side by side, sleeping together, even going over to eat from another’s bowl with no fighting. When he hears the birds at 4 AM. I have 6 cats all indoor, all get a selection of food every day dry, and 3/4 different kinds of wet food. Hill’s science diet (which I pay $55 for a 8.5lb bag) has as it main ingredient Brewer’s rice. Thank you. All my cats have access to dry food and clean water 24/7 and they go outside when they want to. As another person posted, vets are more involved in cat care now than back in the day and likely over time it has become more common to FIND the issues. I have the feeder mice and have used them for Vital Essentials freeze dried nibs which are similar in form to kibble but they are much healthier. That leads to what we refer to as ‘scarf and barf.’ That’s because the stomach is only the size of a Ping-Pong ball and can only hold so much food at one time.”. Sort by. My Cats are my world so it is worth it to me. My 2 cats leave their kill of dead birds and dead rats near my home all the time… I know what it is for but my goodness just don’t bring them so close ???? I adopted an 18 month old cat that had been declawed I thought she would never survive being outside. 10,000 hugs to you and your fluffy angel xoxo. Chopped liver (raw or lightly cooked) with some of the blood is an ideal food for them. One is a great hunter and leaves me dead mouse trophies or bird feathers. My cat REFUSES to eat any raw food.. no shrimp..no fish..no meat. I’m having the same problem. Oh my, that is SO sad. Cats need Taurine in their regular diet. Since she has very tall legs, this makes it easier for to eat her food without having to bend over which puts a lot of pressure on her back. It CLEARED UP the problem, and everyone else was taken off the dry food as a result. And so long as they get a reasonable amount of exercise through fun, interesting playtime with their owners, they will be fine not having to “hunt” for their food. Thank you Leah. Here are a few suggestions for feeding cats differently. They are fed a raw diet twice a day. It’s good to see how he is progressing. Teach them to eat out of bowls. It more closely reflects a cat’s food in the wild. Never has. Not to mention – wet food is generally better than dry anyway, are you going to cram clumps of wet food in those toys and then watch it fall out on your living room floor? Not sure when you got the stray but I have had a similar issue. I used to buy my cat crave and he would get growths on his paws. Dry food doesn’t always list the carb count. I have 3 kitties that are siblings. I’m still here at 81. ( pick a word do many fit ). Maybe you should take in a Disney Movie now and again. They have no problem with this. However, it has several qualities that make it a good option for cats in the early stages of kidney failure—remember that you won’t start seeing symptoms until your cat’s lost a significant amount of kidney function. I ‘replied’ to a comment as indicated but my comment didn’t post under the appropriate person. All of them have homes indoor. Cats should NEVER be allowed outdoors to freely kill innocent animals. Dry is a major cause of serious health conditions like painful kidney and bladder. My cats are in separate rooms for about an hour or more for their meals. Cat’s only do this when their diet isn’t complete, the wet food alone isn’t enough to sustain her. Also fixed cats (which should be every cat) gain weight after surgery until there “hormones” Regulate then slim back down. Did you read it on a credible website? Animals are, as you say, killed by cars, or worse, maimed for life. I have an issue somewhat similar. He’s stronger and has more time left in him. “The No. All very healthy, in 10 year only 1 veterinary visit for an eye infection Of course, some of you do! Most of us just don’t have the time, nor inclination to attempt this method. He doesn’t like the depth issue I guess. Cheryl Cox, I’m sorry you lost your cat Zipper. Sadly, the saying ‘curiosity killed the cat’ is rooted in truth – cats of all ages like to explore and play by chewing, and sometimes they consume things that are harmful to them. There is alot less fighting if any. Before you spread the myth regarding cats killing billions of birds, please do your research. She is a great hunter. My chihuahua is SUPWR SMART TOO so it gets a little strange around here sometimes. Short-haired dogs could be a great option, just keep in mind that low-maintenance coats don’t always equate to a low-maintenance pet, and there are a number of considerations to take into account (like energy levels … Maybe you should be vetting the stop of pesticides which are used on products and crops to feed You also maybe this would have a dramatic effect on the bird population and insect may I add. Vet said so! I purchase raw meat for my cats from a pet food company that contains all the vitamins and nutrition they need. The hunting behaviour is FUN and more easily and blindingly dealt w PLAYING W YOUR COMPANION. He’s gas a good dried food available all the time. Did a veterinarian tell you this? As long as he is patient and waits his turns. Filtered is what you need. During this circuit, the brain releases dopamine, which heightens a cat’s arousal and triggers a feeling of happy anticipation rewarded by finding and eating the found food. It is also better for their teeth because they chew on the the meat pieces. It’s usually lasts a week….but if it doesnt they let me know! I don’t think people were coming here to be impressed they were coming to give and share advice. I have had indoor and outdoor cats…one was eaten by a dog, two just disappeared…so my 3 now are indoor only and will be forever! Minerals are very important! While, yes, cats do kill some birds, please note that his huge number was originally put out by a highly discredited study by questionable authors at the Smithsonian. It can be treated with a medicine put on the ear. Like my grinder? In my estimation all pet foods should be required to disclose the carb, fiber, and sugar count just as is required on human food labels!! So, Mother Nature got it wrong huh? I came so close to losing this little challenged one.I have a friend that did not graduate from vet school as she knew she would never be able to euthanize an animal…she graciously helped me trough the net and her friend helped me with behavior..blood, sweat and tears later and on her way to good health, I started them on St. George Nano Silver. And by right food im not talking crappy meow mix or kit n kaboodles. None of mine will eat anything they drop on the floor either!! You would think they could afford a better and more efficient way of doing things! So, I have 2 older females who used to eat side by side but I noticed that 1 was very uneasy and eating much less so I separated them. Sorry but All Kibble is nothing but a convenient Killer FACT!!!! It comes out of a can or a bag or she doesn’t eat it. I have 8 cats of different ages. Tried raw…very slowly incorporated on my cats diet. Number 2 whoever this is, is an absolute idiot and I wouldn’t put my cat in her care for 5 minutes. (And, please, stop with the legumes, grains, veggies which appeal only to us….. look up “Obligate carnivore”.) read the reviews, comments, blogs and forums and use that to make your own decision based on your situation. My cat only had diarrhea when NOT on raw. And always make sure your cat(s) have plenty of water to drink at all times. The diabetic cat went into remission and the overweight one has lost weight and looks great. PETKIT Cat Water Fountain, 63oz/1.85L Pet Water Fountain for Cats and Small Dogs, Super Quiet Hygienic Auto Power-Off Cat Water Dispenser with Filter, … They are very healthy. Cats drink dirty water outside so no need for bottles . ???? I have ten kittehs. I’ve often seen cats eating alongside each other. I keep it on top of the spare freezer out of the dogs reach. Thank you. This effective formula contains Kibow Biotics [E. thermophilus (KB 19), … Birds kill their own fair share of “innocent animals” as well. But I think cats get a lot of proper balance eating the mouse. I am trying to break his addiction by giving him shrimp every other morning. Current cats are 13 and 11. ???? Isn’t it all about portions though? They are more expensive but they have more protein and less fillers etc. Or..wow..if you are a creationist..then I guess it was God who got it wrong. There is no such thing as “innocent animals”. Don’t buy into the hype. Took a minute, but everyone is coming around. Where is common sense in this debate? Dogs? Every single one of your posts on this thread are spouting about apparently how great you are with your cats while admonishing those who differ from your preconceived notion of ‘correct’. I hope your all information help me. When you cook meat it de natures the proteins. Ask your vet or Google “side effects of raw diet in cats or dogs”. They get less carbs, more water and more nutrients than they do from dry. This is the most awful part of having a pet. I asked my cat about his dietary needs and all he said was “MEEEEEOOWWW”. so using logic one should easily ascertain that dry food is no good. Lookin for a solution with limited resources. Indoor cats can play with fake mice and have some of the same fun and exercise. Sorry for the length, just wanted to make it clear. Please any advice. I found them when they were infants. Tittle on 2/9/21 at 3:19 pm to arseinclarse quote: How did the other guys keep their composure. I have 6 cats and I only buy Made in US cat and dog food. But not everyone can afford a raw diet for their animals. I kept Bella oh how she lives me we are inseparable her choice. I certainly understand the cost of cat food varies and the best can be very expensive. Are you that bored with your kids and life?