JulieAt least 65% of the total weight of wet cat food is comprised of moisture. To ensure that the food is sterile, it is often cooked at a high temperature. This indicates that it typically has a relatively substantial storage life. The product has a limited shelf life after it has been opened.
Various textures are available in wet food, including mousse and pieces in gravy or jelly, as well as other options. Cans and sachets are the most common packaging options for it.
Advantages of Wet Cat Food
It is a favorite among cats
The majority of cats have a strong preference for moist cat food over dry bulk cat food. Wet food offers a unique dining experience due to its consistency and the components that make it up. The fact that wet food has a high moisture content comparable to that of a normal cat’s prey is why most cats prefer this sort of food.
It is simple to chew
Wet cat food often has a very soft consistency, making it simple for cats to masticate and swallow the contents. This may be especially helpful for elderly cats and younger kittens and cats who are still developing their adult teeth or have dental problems.
Contributes to increased consumption of water
Because cats develop in dry areas, their natural tendency, if they do not get enough moisture in their food, is to retain their pee rather than seek other water sources. This makes them more susceptible to illnesses if the water content of their food drops too low. This sort of cat food is superior for assisting your cat in maintaining an appropriate level of food since it includes at least 65% moisture.
Assists in the management of certain health problems
Wet food may be very beneficial when it comes to supporting a healthy urinary system in cats. If a cat consumes wet food, the water concentration in its urine will increase. This helps to reduce the risk of urinary tract infections.
A cat’s weight may be better controlled with wet food. Wet food includes water, which does not have any calories; hence, wet food’s calorie density is lower than dry food’s.
Drawbacks of Wet Cat Food
Price
Dry cat food is often less costly than wet cat food, especially when considered on a cost-per-gram basis.
Shelf Life Once Open
After the can or pouch containing the wet food has been opened, the food may soon become dry since it has a high moisture percentage. Additionally, microorganisms may be drawn to it. This indicates that it has to be consumed rapidly by your cat.
Wet cat food has the potential to be messy
Your long-haired cat may get some of the wet food on its whiskers and the fur surrounding its mouth if you feed it wet food. If your cat enjoys being groomed, it will likely take care of this problem independently. If, on the other hand, your cat takes a more laid-back approach of cleaning itself.