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Not all proteins are high quality proteins
Strictly speaking, what cats need is high-quality animal protein, which must have the following two characteristics:
1) Contains a complete range of amino acids
Amino acids are the basic units of protein and can be divided into essential and non-essential amino acids. Among them, essential amino acids cannot be synthesized by the body and are mainly obtained from meat.
2) Easy to digest and absorb
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High-quality protein is good,
But it can’t be the only one
Is it okay to just feed pet cats?
The eating habits of pet cats are different from wild cats. The latter eat not only protein when eating prey, but also rich iron, trace elements, folic acid and undigested grains in their blood, etc., and their nutrition intake is more balanced.
If pet owners make cats excessively ingest protein for a long time, the excess protein may be converted into fat, causing the cats to become obese. Healthy cats will not be affected, but it is harmful to cats with liver and kidney disease or old age.
It is recommended to focus on high-quality animal protein, supplemented with other important nutrients such as water, fatty acids and minerals.
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Protein intake has Differences in age stages
The growth of cats can be divided into three stages, and the nutrients required are also different:
Infant (birth-12 months) : At the foundation stage, kittens need to consume a lot of protein, fat and mineral trace elements to help them grow rapidly.
Canned Kager® Beef Mousse
Beef is a high-quality protein meat, rich in minerals and vitamins; the jelly-like texture of the mousse is very suitable for breastfeeding and transitioning to solid food for kittens.
Adult (1-6 years old): The growth rate of cats is slowing down, so attention should be paid to nutritional balance . The owner should ensure that the food contains a certain proportion of animal meat, vegetables and fruits, and strictly control the calorie intake to reduce the chance of gaining weight.
Cage ® Canned Chicken Stewed with Wolfberries
In addition to the chicken that is visible, there are also chicken heads rich in cartilage and collagen, which help cats keep their joints healthy; Wolfberry is rich in vitamins and essential minerals, and is well-balanced with meat and vegetables.
Elderly (above 7 years old): The digestive function of the elderly cats declines and needs to be easily digested and Non-energy-rich foods containing high protein, in addition to increasing the intake of vitamins C and E, to delay aging and enhance immunity.
Cage® Chicken, Canned Pumpkin
Chicken is a high-protein and low-fat meat. Pumpkin is soft and glutinous and easy to eat. It is rich in dietary fiber and can promote digestion.
Article source: Kakato pet food
