Expert: Becky - 5/17/2006

Question
Hello Becky!
I have a 2 months old kitten and she does not eat canned food, even though we tried many different brands and flavors. She would eat a very small amount if we give her from a just opened can, but then won't go near it. She doesn't have a problem with dry food though, but I don't think it's good for her to be on dry food all the time. I took her to the vet and he said she was healthy. I would hate to turn to commercial foods like Fancy Feast, so far I've been trying to give her healthy choices. Do you have any advice for me?  

Answer
Hi Alla,
Actually, if you use a good dry food, she will be fine.  You can give treats such as small pieces of chicken, tuna or beef.  My cats LOVE the watery juice that comes from a tuna can.  I always let them lap it up! (I buy the tuna packed in water).  Canned food is not a necessity, but I usually give some to mine once a day because they love it.  

God Bless,
Becky