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my cat, Kittyloaf, is a 100% picky eater.
She will eat one brand one time and decide she doesn't like it.
She will refuse to eat for days. We literally buy a new food every day.
These are what we currently have in our cabinet:
Friskies
Meow Mix
Kit n Kaboodle
Purina
Iams
Fancy Feast
The Good Life Recipe
and one other we donated to our neighbor, she wouldnt even touch. I forgot the name.
She is RELUCTANTLY eating good life.
I believe her eating habits have changed so drastically because my other 2 cats have been missing for over a month. she is still grieving, and is not eating much and is pooping all over the house. (not peeing, always pees in catbox)
so I have 2 questions:
1) what the heck do I do?
2) is there a way to get free samples of different cat foods?
I am so sorry you lost your other two cats. Yes, I am sure she had some cat depression and anxiety because of her missing friends.
)
Some pet stores will have samples.... Call around and ask if they have a sample for your picky cat to try.
Also, you may want to just do some home-cooking :
*here is an easy recipe:
good luck
Thanks for the help!
re - print from:
http://www.cats.com/article/catfeeding/homemade/homemade-cat-food/
A few cat pointers
•Cats are carnivores so their bodies require a meat-based diet for optimum nutrition. Leave the starchy veggies such as peas and corn for the humans.
•Cats require five times the protein in their diet as dogs. Never feed dog food to a cat.
•Taurine is a must as are vitamins and minerals. Many companies have pre-mixed vitamin and mineral powders that can be added to food, but only after cooking. *SEE NUVET vitamin link:
•Don’t add salt – cats don’t need it!
•Always serve homemade food at room temperature.
•Homemade foods are safe for two to three days with proper seals in the refrigerator and can be frozen for two weeks.
Please educate yourself completely before attempting to prepare food for your cat. There are many wonderful books available that include recipes and tips for preparing a nutritious meal for your cat. A word of caution; the Internet is a wonderful thing but you have no way of knowing if a recipe reflects the complete nutrition required for your cat’s ideal health.
Order your vitamins:
NuVET feline cat vitamins: see here: Holistic and not sold in stores:
ordering link:
http://www.nuvet.com/81098
TELL them Pet Nurse Marie told you to order the NuVET feline powder to Balance home-cooking
A good Book to have:
“Dr. Pitcairn’s Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats” by Richard Pitcairn, DVM, and Susan Pitcairn,
“Home-Prepared Dog and Cat Diets: the Healthful Alternative” by Donald R. Strombeck, DVM.
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Basic cat food recipe
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The following recipe is just an example of a culinary delight that can be concocted for your feline friend. Recognize that cats with specific medical concerns should have a diet based on the nutritional needs of their illness. This example simply provides a rough outline. Use a recipe from a trusted source or consult with a nutritionist.
Required utensils: food processor, pan, spoons, spatulas, and plastic storage containers. And your cat, of course, for proper supervision.
Choose one protein source of the following: ONE
•½ lb. minced boneless chicken breast or thigh
•6 oz. ground or minced turkey
•½ lb. ground beef
•½ lb. beef, chicken, or turkey hearts
Cook thoroughly and grind it up in the food processor. Cutting the meat into smaller chunks speeds the process. You’re aiming for pate consistency in the meats.
Add a grain for bulk:
Wheat germ, cooked oatmeal, whole wheat bread, white or brown rice.
Cook the grain as recommended.
Use just a small portion of grains for bulk.
Grains are usually used to reduce the protein content in the food based on nutritional needs.
For variety:
•Three-times a week, scramble or hard boil a few eggs, chop and stir into food.
•Once a week, substitute organic beef liver for ½ of the meat.
•Once every two weeks, substitute water-packed tuna, sardines or salmon with bones for the meat source.
SEE NuVET link above for Feline vitamin powder.
HOPE this helps -
She may need to see the vet for some Anxiety medication - I know you said she is pooping all over the house.
Good luck
Marie Peppers LPN MA
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