For this reason, some cats do not readily accept them. Some tinned prescription foods are very solid and cats may not like the gluey, pate consistency. Ask the vet if you can introduce prescription food gradually by mixing it with the cat's normal food or mixing in a little tomato juice from a sardine can. Always ask first - your cat's wellbeing could depend on it eating unadulterated prescription diet. If the prescription food comes in both tinned and biscuit form this might add variety to an otherwise monotonous diet.
Many cats have distinct texture preferences.
Cats bored by restricted diets may beg treats elsewhere. A friend with a cat on prescribed food gave neighbours small tubs of dried prescription food for when her cat goes visiting. Some vets are sponsored by particular food manufacturers and can only supply you with one brand of food from the clinic, but another manufacturer might have something similar which your cat will eat. Catisfaction' powder adds flavour when sprinkled on food while 'Whiskas Crunch' varies the texture. Many cats enjoy nibbling greens, but if you don't fancy adding a parsley garnish, 'Denes' catfoods already contain herbs.