Low price brands may reflect lower quality ingredients or less rigorous manufacturing standards. Your senior cat may develop special nutritional needs as his body becomes less efficient at converting nutrients into energy. If your adult cat is getting a little hefty around the middle, switch to lite food and help him age gracefully. Look for products produced by companies that demonstrate research, controlled feeding trials, and good manufacturing procedures and quality control. While obesity more typically affects younger-middle age cats, it can be a problem for older cats.
Weight loss is more common for older felines.
Loss of weight can be an indication of more serious health issues such as diabetes and thyroid or kidney disease. Special medical diets may be prescribed by veterinarians to some older cats with diagnosed medical conditions. You may also find that your older pet becomes more finicky as it ages. Varied feeding throughout your cat's life will prevent a senior cat from addiction to a single food type. Please contact our Web Master .