Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The benefits of feeding your senior cat wet food include increased hydration, better weight management and easier digestion. Wet cat foods in general are easier to digest and help cats get extra water in their diet. Senior wet cat foods may be low-calorie, to avoid weight gain in cats 7 to 11 years of age, or they may provide necessary extra calories, ideal for cats 11 years and older. Be sure to consult with your vet about which senior wet cat foods may work best for your kitty and choose ones formulated specifically for your senior cat's age.

Question 2

How much canned food should I feed my senior cat?

Accepted Answer

You should feed your senior cat the amount of canned food that provides the necessary calories for her weight, age and activity level. Consult the product feeding guide on your canned cat food to see how much food is recommended per day. Talk to your vet if you need further guidance on how much to feed, and go in for regular checkups to ensure your senior cat is maintaining a healthy weight.

Question 3

How do I transition my senior cat to wet food?

Accepted Answer

Transition your senior cat to wet food by first replacing 25% of your cat's daily diet with the new wet food. If your cat eats only dry food, give a quarter less than you usually do and add in a small serving of the new wet food as a separate "treat". You can also try mixing the wet food into the dry food if you are concerned your cat won't eat the wet food on its own. Increase the amount of wet food gradually, and decrease the amount of dry food, over roughly a week; you can try doubling the amount of wet food you give every other day or increasing it by 10% daily. Most senior cats will transition to wet food fairly easily, but you can consult with your vet for further guidance if you are having trouble.

Question 4

What ingredients should I look for in my senior cat's wet food?

Accepted Answer

The ingredients you should look for in your senior cat's wet food include real meats, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals, and taurine, which is essential for heart and eye health. Lots of artificial ingredients, flavors and colors may be signs of a lower quality cat food, so look for mainly whole food ingredients on the label. Your vet can help guide you on which senior cat wet food ingredients are best, and you can also use the product search tools on our site to find senior cat foods that perfectly fit your preferences.

Wet Cat Food for Senior Cats

Purina Pro Plan Prime Plus Adult 7+ Salmon & Tuna Entree Classic Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of...

Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Healthy Cuisine Roasted Chicken & Rice Medley Canned Cat Food, 2.8...

Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Savory Beef Entree Canned Cat Food, 5.5-oz, case of 24

Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Indoor 7+ Morsels in Gravy Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case of 2...

Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Tender Chicken Dinner Canned Cat Food, 5.5-oz, case of 24

Purina Pro Plan Prime Plus Adult 7+ Chicken & Beef Entree Classic Canned Cat Food, 3-oz, case o...

Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Tender Tuna Recipe Cat Food, 2.8-oz pouch, case of 24

Purina Pro Plan Prime Plus Adult 7+ Ocean Whitefish & Salmon Entree Classic Canned Cat Food, 3-...

Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Tender Chicken Recipe Cat Food, 2.8-oz pouch, case of 24

Tiki Cat Silver Variety Pack Grain-Free Wet Cat Food, 2.4-oz can, case of 12

Wellness Complete Health Age Advantage Grain-Free Variety Pack Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of ...

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