Feeding your cat a homemade raw food diet offers several health benefits, like improved digestion, better dental health, and increased energy. Here’s a step-by-step guide based on my experience making raw cat food for my two Ragdolls, Teemo and Arya.
- Source Quality Meat: Choose fresh, high-quality meats, avoiding any that come from treated farms. This reduces exposure to harmful chemicals, supporting both your health and your cat’s.
- Balanced Ingredients: Follow a mix mimicking whole prey—84% muscle meat, 6% raw bone, 5% liver, and 5% other organs. I use beef heart, liver, kidney, and chicken thigh.
- Add Supplements: Include Calcium MCHA, kelp powder, vitamin E, and psyllium husk for a balanced diet. These provide essential nutrients without the risk of bone chipping.
- Batch Prep for Efficiency: Preparing food in bi-weekly batches saves time and keeps meat fresh.
- Chop, Don’t Grind: Chopped meat supports dental health and slows eating, preventing overeating.
- Store Properly: Keep pre-portioned containers in the freezer and defrost as needed for easy, fresh meals.
Homemade raw cat food takes practice, but it’s a rewarding routine that keeps Teemo and Arya happy and healthy.
