Dry Cat Food - Staple of Many Cats' Diets
Because of its convenience, because cats enjoy the flavor, and because of the nature of cats to "graze," dry food is a staple in many cats' diets. Learn what to look for in dry cat foods and ingredients to avoid, in order to make intelligent, informed decisions in choosing cat food.
Taste Test Premium Dry Foods
To supplement the list and reviews, I decided to try an experimental taste test, using four of the Top 10 products I happened to have on hand. The results were interesting, and I offer them with a few caveats.
To supplement the list and reviews, I decided to try an experimental taste test, using four of the Top 10 products I happened to have on hand. The results were interesting, and I offer them with a few caveats.
Top Guide Picks: Premium Dry Foods
Any of these dry foods would be excellent for your cat. (Our own cats actually prefer #9.) Alternate with premium canned food, for a well-balanced diet for your cat. These products were chosen from the "adult" lifestyle category for comparison purposes.
Any of these dry foods would be excellent for your cat. (Our own cats actually prefer #9.) Alternate with premium canned food, for a well-balanced diet for your cat. These products were chosen from the "adult" lifestyle category for comparison purposes.
Top Guide Picks: Premium Dry Foods for Kittens
Kittens have special nutritional needs to promote growth and development, such as extra protein for muscle development; fat for energy, fatty acids, and to carry fat-soluble vitamins; and extra vitamins and minerals for strong bones and teeth. These foods were ranked first, for protein source, and second, for nutritional analysis, giving weight to protein and fat, although other factors applied.
Kittens have special nutritional needs to promote growth and development, such as extra protein for muscle development; fat for energy, fatty acids, and to carry fat-soluble vitamins; and extra vitamins and minerals for strong bones and teeth. These foods were ranked first, for protein source, and second, for nutritional analysis, giving weight to protein and fat, although other factors applied.