The Basics Of Homemade Cat Food Recipes

Is seems that there is a rash of stories on television and on the Internet talking about the terrible heartbreaking experiences that pet owners have had with contaminated commercial dog and cat foods. Because of this, many loving owners have made the decision to make their own cat foods and have created some very cat appealing homemade cat food recipes. Before you get started with you own creations, it is important to know what nutrients your favorite feline requires to thrive and be healthy.

Cats must have a diet that is very high in protein. As a matter of fact, they require five times more protein than that of a dog. You must also avoid foods that could be detrimental to their health. This includes high fat, onions, pork, milk, chocolate and raw eggs. Recipes you make at home for your cat should include the protein source, vegetables, brewer's yeast and garlic. If you choose to use tuna make sure it is a source that does not contain mercury. Many of the available commercial tunas are said to have high levels of mercury.

There are many cat owners that believe the only healthy diet for their pet is a raw diet. This is based on the habits of the wild cat that evolved killing and eating small animals, carcass and all. For this group of pet owners the food you make up at home for your cat can mimic this balance. The muscle meat could come from lamb, beef, chicken or fish. The organ meats are liver, kidney, hearts and brains. The bones are also necessary and can come from such sources as chicken necks and wings. This diet must be fresh. A recommended balance is to serve one meal a day that is a combination of muscle meat and organ meat, with a second meal of the chicken necks, wings or a small whole fish.

Whether you are a pet owner that chooses to cook your cat's food or serve a raw diet, you can guarantee that they are getting a much more nutritious diet than can be found inside a can of commercial cat food. Create your homemade, delicious cat food recipes using these core basics and your feline friend will shine with health and vitality. Never again will you panic at the announcement of a pet food recall, because you will be safe in the knowledge that you only feed your special friend the freshest and most balanced diet nature will allow.