How to Choose the Best Cat Food in Canada
Cats are obligate carnivores and need nutrients such as taurine that only come from animal tissue. The best food is complete and balanced for your cat's life stage, from a company with real nutrition expertise, and one your cat eats well and stays at a healthy weight on.
What to look for
- A 'complete and balanced' AAFCO statement for kitten, adult or all life stages
- Calories per can or cup, so you can portion correctly
- The WSAVA manufacturer questions (nutritionist on staff, quality control, testing)
Wet vs dry
- Wet food adds water, which helps cats with urinary or kidney concerns
- Dry food is convenient and cheaper but easy to overfeed
- Many owners feed a mix — measure the total calories
Indoor cats
Indoor cats often need fewer calories. Weigh portions and use food puzzles to reduce weight gain.
This guide is general information, not a diagnosis. If you're worried about your pet, call your vet or an emergency clinic.