17/08/2023
Adjust Their Diet for Optimal Nutrition
Counting calories is an important part of maintaining a healthy diet and keeping obesity at bay during your cat’s middle years. However, around 10 years old, their nutritional needs change and their bodies require more calories to maintain muscle mass and keep them from becoming too thin.
However, since an elderly cat is likely to be less active, there is also the possibility of them consuming too many calories and packing on the pounds. Finding the happy medium can be challenging for senior cat parents, but if I may ease your concerns, it’s very simple when you know what to look for and create an ideal feeding schedule with your veterinarian’s guidance.
At your cat’s next appointment, ask the doctor which senior cat food brands they recommend and what portion sizes will work best for your pet. If you’re already feeding your cat a senior-formulated diet, double-check the label and look for these must-have components:
High protein
Taurine
Digestibility
Ample Calories
