As we all know, cats are carnivores with small stomach capacity and short intestines. They mainly use protein and fat as their daily energy sources. ? For carbohydrates, most of them are chicken ribs and cannot be absorbed and utilized. Meow's daily diet is four simple words:
No meat, no happiness! ! ! ! ! !
Protein has the largest proportion, accounting for about 50%
High-quality protein, as the main energy component of cat activity, can be converted into various amino acids. These amino acids synthesized by food absorption, if lacking, will have a great impact on the health of cats.
For example, taurine mainly prevents eye and heart problems. If it is lacking for a long time, it will cause irreversible damage to the health of cats.
A complete cat diet includes 84% muscle, 6% raw bone, 5% liver and 5% other internal organs, especially the heart and liver containing taurine and vitamin A, in order to achieve the best balance of cat diet.
Don't say that the liver is discolored, the right amount is the key!
The classification of PS viscera is also different: liver, kidney, spleen, brain and other parts are out-and-out "viscera", while heart, stomach, tongue, lung and other textures are closer to muscle viscera and can also be regarded as meat.
The second most important fat is about 38%
Cats need a lot of fat to keep their bodies running normally, such as omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are mainly obtained through muscles and internal organs.
Therefore, cats should not blindly pursue muscle and lean meat in their diet. Proper amount of oil and fat will not only make food taste more delicious, but also provide more energy!
Less needed carbohydrates account for 9% or even less.
Cats' digestive system prevents them from absorbing and utilizing carbohydrates. Proper intake of catgrass, coarse fiber vegetables, brown rice, etc. can help cats squirm and discharge hairballs. Excessive intake can lead to indigestion, diarrhea and other symptoms, and some cats cannot excrete too much carbohydrate, leading to obesity.
I have to mention vitamins
Vitamin A, vitamin D and various vitamins B are mostly obtained from meat, and their lack will also affect the health of cats, so! Back to the beginning, high-quality protein and fat are king!
Magical minerals
At present, the generally recommended ratio of calcium to phosphorus is1:1~1.5:1. Most high-quality cat food can meet this requirement well. If you are bald, choosing a good cat food as the basis of your daily diet is the simplest solution.
Calcium and phosphorus have great influence on the growth and development of cat bones. Improper proportion or calcium and phosphorus deficiency will cause problems such as osteoporosis and skeletal dysplasia. Parents who give cats raw meat and blood are especially reminded to add appropriate amount of calcium powder!
Finally, in general, cats need high-quality protein and fat to be healthy, which can meet most of their nutritional needs.