How to properly feed cats

How to properly feed cats. Do you know how to properly feed cats?

First, let’s talk about how not to feed cats.

Most cat owners feed their pets incorrectly, or rather, they do not feed them at all in the true sense of the word. Cats feed themselves, eating as much as they want at any time of the day or night. As it turns out, this method of feeding is not recommended, as stated by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

In a medical journal article published in 2019, the health needs of cats due to improper feeding were discussed.

Most cats always have a bowl of food that is constantly replenished. As a result, they eat small portions many times a day, without taking into account the individual energy needs of each animal.

At first glance, frequent, small feedings may not seem like a bad thing. However, this feeding practice contradicts evolution. Cats are predators and should hunt for their food. And yet, we have spoiled them. Any whim of theirs is catered to.

Thanks to such service, cats lead a sedentary lifestyle, which leads to obesity. Eating becomes their main activity, and various health problems such as stress and anxiety can arise.

Another problem is consistency. Food bowls are placed in the same place all the time, so cats don’t have to use their brains to find food.

So, how should you feed cats?

According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, you should not fill up a bowl and put it in front of your cat. Try to feed your cat naturally and use devices for feeding (for example, an interactive Snack Bowl toy). This is an excellent way to train both mental and physical activity.