Matisse food for kittens daily requirement

If the owner was even the slightest bit interested in what kind of food is produced for cats?, then he is already familiar with the group of premium foods. There are more than a dozen names here, and their quality is far from ideal, however, judging by the reviews, even among such foods there are those that have earned many positive reviews.

An example of such cat food is Matisse. Let's find out: what kind of food this is, who produces it and what positive qualities it has.

Matisse Kitten 400 G For Kittens Farmina

Ingredients: Dehydrated chicken (32%), rice (25%), corn, dehydrated fish, chicken fat, hydrolyzed animal protein, sugar beet pulp, fish oil, vegetable oil, corn gluten, dehydrated whole eggs, sodium chloride, potassium chloride , calcium sulfate, dry brewer's yeast.
Additives per 1 kg: Vitamin A 16000 IU; Vitamin D3 1600IU; Vitamin E 160 mg; Vitamin C 160 mg; Niacin 40 mg; Pantothenic acid 16 mg; Vitamin B2 8 mg; Vitamin B6 6.4 mg; Vitamin B1 4.8 mg; Vitamin H 0.4 mg; Folic acid 0.48 mg; Vitamin B12 0.06 mg; Choline chloride 2200 mg; zinc oxide 108 mg; zinc sulfate monohydrate 120 mg; manganese sulfate monohydrate 150 mg; ferrous sulfate monohydrate 44 mg; iron carbonate 60 mg; copper sulfate pentahydrate 50 mg; calcium iodate anhydrous 2.4 mg; sodium selenite 0.22 mg; DL-methionine 3000 mg.

Nutrients: crude protein 32.00%; crude fat and oils 11.00%; crude fiber 1.20%; raw ash 6.60% ; calcium 1.00%; phosphorus 0.90%; magnesium 0.08%; taurine 1800 mg/kg.

Recommendations for use : feeding rates are indicated in the table on the package. Store in a cool, dry place in closed containers. Manufactured 18 months before the expiration date stated on the package. Net weight, expiration date, batch code and registration number are indicated on the back of the package.

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Feed characteristics:

An example of such cat food is Matisse. Let's find out: what kind of food this is, who produces it and what positive qualities it has.

Reviews of Farmina cat food

Irina : “I recently discovered a new store for animals, and in it there is a new N&D food for myself. I bought 100 grams to begin with and was amazed that the cat literally felt from the doorstep that I was not empty-handed. The first portion disappeared instantly. I am pleased with the fact that the food is Italian, I hope that this is reflected in its quality. Well, I buy it for my cat regularly and notice positive changes in her appearance - the quality of her coat has noticeably improved.”

Tatyana Ivanovna : “I’m buying Cimiao Kitten. Before this, the kitten had a reaction to dry food in the form of loose stool, but with this food we forgot about the problem of the toilet, the stool improved. The kitten and I are happy.”

Oleg : “I was purposefully looking for super-premium food. We tried popular brands and I got the impression that what the cat ate immediately ended up in the litter box. Apparently, mine cannot digest corn at all, and many manufacturers are guilty of it. But we became friends with Fermina cat food. The cat is in perfect condition both in health and in appearance.”

Manufacturer

Matisse cat food is produced by Farmina Pet Food.
The story began back in 1965, when a certain Francesco Russo founded a company producing animal feed (but not yet domestic, but agricultural). Much later, having achieved success in this, serious changes began. Since 1999, food for dogs and cats has been on sale. Today there are factories not only in Italy, but also in Brazil and Serbia.

Types of Farmina food

Holistic Natural&Delicious (N&D)

We did not find any suspicious offal in this line. I am pleased with the high percentage of animal protein and the small percentage of grains.

Benefits of holistic food from the Farmina brand

absence of harmful preservatives and dyes;
extensive range of flavors;
presence of probiotics in the composition;
the presence of medicinal herbs in the composition;
a complete set of the right vitamins and minerals.

Flaws

excessive ash level (8-8.7%);
presence in the composition of “animal protein hydrolyzate”.

Super premium Cimiao

A level lower than the previous type of food, but quite a decent line from Farmina. Corn and corn flour are already present here, but meat is still preferred. The line is not only wide, but also deep - the gradation by age and breed cannot but please cat owners.

Advantages

The company's production facilities are located in Italy, Brazil and Serbia and this leaves hope for good quality of raw materials and sterilization of feed;
picky cats switch more easily to super-premium food than to holistic food;
the level of “ash” is reduced (7%).

Flaws

Corn in food can cause allergic reactions in pets.

Premium food Matisse

The percentage of meat content in the composition is noticeably lower. However, the manufacturer assures that even premium cat food is balanced in proteins, carbohydrates and fats, and cat owners do not have to worry about the health of their charges.

Advantages

the taurine and fiber in the composition are much needed for cats;
no GMOs.

Flaws

low percentage of animal protein;
high grain content;
using dehydrated meat instead of fresh;
A side dish of “chicken meal” is also not the healthiest treat for a cat.

Range

Canned food Matisse (Matisse) is presented in 6 variants.

with chicken, herring and chicken liver;
with herring and rabbit;
with salmon;
with chicken liver and protein hydrolysate;
with sardines;
with cod and rice;
with lamb meat and chicken fillet.

Complete food for kittens, pregnant and lactating cats with dehydrated chicken and rice.

There are 3 formulas for cats without health problems: chicken, turkey and tuna.

For castrated and sterilized animals, 2 options have been created: with plantain seeds, eggs and fats, as well as with salmon and pea fiber.

Compound

Fish.
Meat and meat derivatives (chicken, chicken fat, hydrolyzed animal protein).
Vegetable oil.
Brewer's dry yeast.
Whole dehydrated eggs.
Beets, corn, peas.
Plantain seeds.
Minerals and vitamins.

Advantages and disadvantages

The source of protein here is animal, not plant. This is fish and meat. And for predators this option is ideal.
A good vitamin and mineral complex has been added.
Cat food Matisse (Matisse) is widespread, and you can not only order it through the online store, but also find it in large pet stores.
There are no GMOs in the ingredients, and there are no antibiotics.
It is also worth noting that the line includes food for both castrated (sterilized) cats and animals that have not undergone such operations.

There is corn (and corn gluten), which is an allergen.
This food, like all others like it, contains both antioxidants and preservatives. Their task is clear - they prevent the food from spoiling and prevent dangerous fungi from appearing inside. But natural components are safe for animals, not synthetic ones. There are no specifics here: what preservatives and antioxidants are used?
The Matisse line of food is more expensive than its analogues.

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Owner reviews

Dear friends! Below you can read reviews of Matisse cat food left by our regular readers.

What has my cat tried? Over the past 3 years, we have bought, as it seems to me, everything that was in our stores, but not everything was good for him. For example, Royal Canin made him vomit, so, of course, we didn’t take him a second time. We decided to buy Matisse from Farmina. There were no side effects, on the contrary: I became even more active, digestive problems stopped, and my coat became better.

The aroma of the granules is pronounced, but somehow not fundamentally different from other brands. Shape: round, flattened. Brown with white splashes. The cat liked it so much that he was ready to dance near the tutu. The packaging contains information about the composition in Russian. Of course, I’m not an expert, but it’s definitely no worse than anything we used before. In terms of price, it’s not the most expensive, but you can’t call it cheap either: something in between. Unfortunately, it is not sold everywhere, so lately we have been ordering it online. I can recommend it.

Matisse cat food review

Matisse dry cat food is produced in Serbia by Farmina Pet Food. The official website is https://www.farmina.com/ (link to the Russian version), there is detailed information about the composition, recommended feeding rates, etc. This food belongs to the premium class.

In addition to Matisse, the same company produces Farmina N&D dog and cat food, Vet Life, CIBAU, Fun Dog, Fun Cat, Ecopet Natural veterinary food, and Vet-Active vitamins.

Composition of Matisse food

Let's look at the composition of Matisse food using the example of the Neutered Salmon option (with salmon, for adult castrated and sterilized cats).

Photo of the composition indicated on the food packaging.

The first ingredient, dehydrated fish (salmon, 32%), is the main source of protein. Further ingredients include dehydrated chicken, dehydrated whole eggs, and corn gluten. The latter is at least 8%, since that is exactly the amount of the next ingredient.

Second and third places are rice (25%) and corn, respectively, sources of carbohydrates. Pea fiber (8%), sugar beet pulp (6%) are sources of fiber. Chicken fat, fish oil and vegetable oil are sources of fats and fatty acids.

Animal protein hydrolyzate is a natural flavoring additive and also a source of protein. Psyllium seeds contain the prebiotic inulin. Sodium chloride, potassium chloride - sodium and potassium salts. Calcium sulfate dihydrate is a source of calcium, as well as an emulsifier and stabilizer.

Dry brewer's yeast is a source of B-group vitamins. Monosodium phosphate is a source of phosphorus and sodium. Among the special additives, microcrystalline cellulose is purified and is a source of fiber.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of this food include:

the main sources of protein are meat and fish;
good vitamin and mineral supplement;
quite common.

there is corn and corn gluten (but this is typical for premium class);
antioxidants/preservatives used are not specified;
quite high price (some foods with better composition are cheaper).

Composition characteristics

We familiarize ourselves with the recipe of Matisse food using the example of food for kittens:

Composition of Matisse feed

In the first position is chicken meat. Most likely meat and bone meal. In addition to it, other animal feed was included in the feed mixture - dehydrated fish (fishmeal) and dried whole eggs. The shell is a good source of calcium. Animal protein hydrolyzate is a product of processing meat waste. It is a flavoring additive and also a source of easily digestible amino acids.

The feed mixture contains a vegetable protein component - corn gluten. Beet pulp is a by-product of sugar production. Contains non-starch polysaccharides that are available for nutrient extraction by beneficial bacteria in the large intestine. The additive is hygroscopic, absorbs excess moisture, prevents diarrhea.

Fish oil and vegetable oil are energy concentrates and sources of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids. The feed mixture does not include components rich in fiber, feed yeast, or prebiotic substrates. These are serious shortcomings.

The feed mixture is characterized by a high protein content, but it is low in fat to ensure intensive growth. There is insufficient amount of plant fiber in the diet. The imbalance of natural components was compensated by supplements of vitamins, microelements, and methionine.

Feed additives

The manufacturer did not add traditional premium taurine and carnitine to the food or forgot to mention them. It is not clear what is hidden under the “initiation” component; apparently the translator got something wrong. Despite the high content of animal products, the food does not quite correspond to the declared premium class.

Matisse dog food - reviews

Matisse brand food has been on the shelves of Russian pet stores for many years, during which time many cat owners have managed to offer it to their pets. Below we have collected some reviews from those who shared their feeding results.

Reviews from veterinarians

Customer Reviews

Our four-legged Tsarevich has been on Metisse for two years now, his coat is shiny, his eyes are not dripping, he is vigorous and active. We feed strictly according to the norm; if we feed more, we begin to gain excess weight, and this is bad for health.

The food itself is granules about a centimeter in size, which is a suitable size for our cat. The smell of cat food, but not sharp and nasty, but quite normal. All granules are the same color, not oily.

The only drawback of the food is the lack of a good fastener on large bags; you have to clamp it with a paper clip and store it in a closed bucket (the store gave it as a gift). Overall, I recommend the food.

I have two sterilized cats, I took Matisse Neutered for them to try. I can say that both of them liked the food, they eat well, and fill up according to the amount indicated on the pack. However, the “exit” upset me, the feeling that what went in, so much came out. This means that the food is poorly digested.

It also contains a lot of fiber, which can also be the reason for the high yield. I suspect that this can be done to prevent cats from gaining weight, but it seems to me that such a decision is not in favor of the pet’s body.

Once we finish the pack, I’ll try to take other types of Matisse food, usual for non-sterilized cats, maybe it will be better.

I went to a pet store in Hills, saw the new Matisse food and asked the consultant about it. He said that this food was even better than Hills, so I decided to try it.

The cat at first refused to eat, then got hungry and ate the first portion. Then he began to eat normally, no worse than the previous food. I also read reviews on the Internet, they write that the food is not super-duper, but not bad either.

Price and where to buy

You can buy this food in online stores:

"Yandex Market" (link):
Dry food "Matisse" 1.5 kg - from 950 rubles;
Dry food Matisse 10 kg - from RUB 3,743.
"ZooPassage" (link):
Packaging 1.5 kg - from 897 rubles;
Packaging 10 kg - from 3390 rub.

Prices shown are current as of early September 2022 and may change over time. For the exact cost, see the pet store websites using the links above.

Feeding frequency

In the world of cats, there are both picky eaters who turn their nose up at food and gluttons who demand a new portion every 2 hours. When forming a diet, you should not focus on your pet’s appetite, otherwise you may face the problem of obesity. It is necessary to strictly follow the established feeding standards.

The amount of feed consumed depends on the following factors:

Kittens under 6 months of age require more food (relative to body weight) to grow and develop than adult cats. Babies should be fed 3-4 times a day in small portions.

Adolescents over 6 months old are given food 2-3 times a day, and an adult cat 1-2 times a day. With the onset of old age, cats' appetite decreases, which is associated with a slowdown in metabolism and deterioration of the condition of teeth and gums. Cats 7 years old and older need only one meal.

The above applies to healthy animals. Diseases and health problems make adjustments to the diet.

Appetite worsens in cats with disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and kidneys. There is no need to force your pet to eat. First you need to take him to the vet.

There are breeds that require more food due to their large body size or increased mobility. These include British and Scottish, Maine Coon, Ragdoll.

After sterilization (castration), the pet's metabolism slows down. He becomes prone to gaining excess weight. A sterilized cat should be fed less often or in small portions. If you are going to give her food, choose a diet brand.

A pregnant and recently given birth cat, on the contrary, is fed more and more often, since the body requires a lot of nutrients.

How do you know if your pet's weight is normal? Pay attention to the sides. The “glow” of the ribs indicates that the nutrition is insufficient. If the ribs cannot be felt and the sides clearly protrude, the pet is overweight.

Dry cat food Farmina - reviews

Viren139

I moved into a house with a cat who has chronic liver failure (chronic hepatitis) - naturally, this diagnosis was made by the doctor based on all the tests. She was on Royal Canin (Hepatic) for a couple of years, but she always developed peeling and ulcers in the neck and chin area, she shed a lot, was inactive, rarely went to the toilet, ate little and was very small and thin, her hair was not very soft and fluffy. I was puzzled by the issue of feeding her after visiting the veterinarian and decided to change her food. At that time, I collaborated with Farmina suppliers and knew about their feed, composition, production, etc. I decided to transfer the cat to Farmina Vet Life (Hepatic). As a result, after a week, the cat became active, peeling began to go away, the ulcers healed, the fur became simply soft and silky, and began to fall out noticeably less, the cat eats food with pleasure, quietly crunches with it (and with RK there was a crunching sound as if she breaks teeth on each granule of food; Farmina’s granules are smaller, more porous and softer than RK’s, the cat clearly puts less effort into eating it). I have been feeding her for the second month now, I see absolutely no deterioration in her health, she is a healthy and beautiful cat, although she will soon be 7 years old. I liked the composition of the food (I am a biologist, a specialist in vertebrate animals and know a little about the biochemistry and physiology of mammals), it is strikingly better than that of RK, and the price matches. We took the cat 2 kg in early January, now it’s mid-March and there’s still a third of the package of food left - consumption and digestibility are good. She goes to the toilet every day, a little, the stool is hard, but noticeably better than when feeding RK, it does not smell so strong. From RK, the cat often vomited fur, now this is an extremely rare occurrence, before it happened about once every week, now it happens once every 3 weeks, and before she vomited along with food and wool, now only wool. In general, everything is individual, but my cat has become livelier and healthier after feeding Farmina, I can see it in appearance, behavior, and excrement. I’ll feed her for another 3 months and take her to get tested again, see how her body responds to the food from the inside, then I’ll write a new review. Health to you and your pets!

Diva
https://otzyvkorm.ru/farmina-nd-dlya-koshek/

The cat was diagnosed with urolithiasis. I even had to insert a catheter. They were treated for a long time. The doctor said - to avoid a relapse, look for good food. The right type of nutrition is the main requirement to prevent the possibility of stones forming in the lower urinary tract of cats. So I had to scour the entire Internet in search of this suitable food. I found Farmina. It more or less suits the conditions and my pocket.

So, this food contains no more than 0.1% magnesium, less than 0.8% phosphorus, and the correct ratio of Ca in dry weight. Maybe some other foods are also suitable, but I also focused on the price, Farmina suited me, it’s also not a cheap option, but with the right approach you can buy it inexpensively. So I bought 10 kg on ozone at a decent discount. The cat has been on this food for six months, and there are no signs of ICD yet.

Elena
https://petobzor.com/korm-dlya-koshek-farmina-nd-otzyvy-i-razbor-sostava/#4

About six months ago I stopped feeding my cat Farmina. For more than three years we ate low-grain food, the last was food with cod, spelled and orange. Everything was fine with the cat, healthy, active, handsome)

We had to change the food because it was inaccessible; only one store sold Farmina in our country, which eventually moved to another location (into a smaller room) and Farmina disappeared from the shelf after that. Chasing around the city in search of food is inconvenient; it’s easier to switch to a more easily accessible brand

Oleg
https://murkote.com/otzivi-o-korme-farmina/

I was purposefully looking for super-premium food. We tried popular brands and I got the impression that what the cat ate immediately ended up in the litter box. Apparently, mine cannot digest corn at all, and many manufacturers are guilty of it. But we became friends with Fermina cat food. The cat is in ideal condition both in health and in appearance

Evgeny Dyakonov
https://vk.com/topic-74274364_30517607?post=15

I took Koshaka to try N&D grain-free pomegranate and chicken. The cat ate it right away and happily devoured the bag. After reading reviews on the English-language network (there are few reviews on this manufacturer on the RuNet yet), I realized that from now on the cat will only eat this food! Thank you very much, I will order again and recommend to my friends!

PS The cat is clearly partial to fish, so I want to try it now with fish. I'll post the results later.

Nana Banana
https://otvet.mail.ru/answer/1743204474

Advantages:

-non-harmful composition, grain-free, tasty for cats, balanced composition, contains probiotics and medicinal herbs, wide selection of flavors

Flaws:

- high price

We stopped poisoning our cat with corn and pasture food. We switched completely to grain-free food. Believe me, your pet will thank you!!!

We ordered “our” favorite food, but for now we had to survive a couple of days without going hungry. I purchased this food for the first time, that is, we met Farmina. I always buy small bags to assess the condition of the cat.

This is a complete food for adult cats. Our cat is already 7 years old.

Consists of chicken, pomegranate, aloe vera, plantain, turmeric and green tea. I didn’t immediately understand why turmeric was added.

The first time I started eating right away, I didn’t sniff or look closely for a long time. That's a plus.

Goes to the toilet as expected - once a day (standard). It's true that the litter box smells stronger. Liquids are consumed normally.

The granules are medium in size and chew them well.

Packaging with zip lock. The food does not erode.

Be happy
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We love our cat very much, so we always buy him only high-quality food.

We were recommended to try Italian food from the Farmina brand. The food has a fairly wide range. There are also grain-free holistic and dietary ones for cats suffering from any diseases, as well as low-grain ones. I was very pleased with the composition of the food, no worse than Akana, and in some cases maybe better. Farmina is similar in nutritional content to Acana.

So far, we have chosen the low-grain food from Farmina N&D LOW GRAIN CAT Lamb & Blueberry for adult cats with lamb and blueberries.

The food was introduced into the diet gradually, but our cat immediately preferred it to Akane, who stood forlornly on the sidelines.

Our cat has been doing great on this food for almost a year now. We haven't had any health problems, the hair doesn't fall out. The cat is playful and active. Well, the smell of the food is very restrained and not pronounced, unlike Akana.

We are happy with our choice and for now the search for the “ideal” food has been suspended. Do not forget that when feeding “drying”, the cat should always have clean drinking water freely available. Health and vigor to your cats!

Dry food

Most owners give their pet dry cat food. This type of nutrition has a number of advantages.

Balanced in composition. Pressed granules contain the necessary meat proteins, vitamins, microelements, amino acids, and taurine. Problems may arise when preparing your own diet from natural foods.
Individual approach. On the shelves of pet stores there are various lines: dietary, for kittens, cats with sensitive digestion, sterilized, and those with tartar.
Ease of calculation. The packaging indicates the recommended feeding frequency and amount of food depending on the age and weight of the pet.
Long shelf life.
Saving the owner's time.

Dry food should not be mixed with natural products. To digest raw meat (offal, fish) and pellets, the body secretes different enzymes. Their combination will increase the load on the liver and pancreas. Mixing balanced granules with natural products will lead to an excess of some substances and a deficiency of others.

Make sure your cat has access to clean drinking water, as dry food does not contain liquid. Some pets prefer to drink from wide and deep bowls. Change the water every day.

Do not suddenly switch your pet from one type of dry kibble to another.

Which food is better

Dry food lines are divided depending on price and quality into economy-class, premium-class, and super-premium class food.

Everyone knows “Whiskas”, “Kite-kat”, “Friskies”, “Felix”. Bright, memorable packaging with a happy cat's face, relatively low price. Advertised economy-class food meets the standards of competent marketing more than quality nutrition. Although in terms of composition they contain the necessary proteins, vitamins and microelements, low-quality raw materials are used for production.

The main sources of protein are not meat and offal, but feathers, hooves, animal bones, and grains. Economy class food contains additives that are not stated on the packaging, which improve the taste of the product (like monosodium glutamate in fast food) and cause narcotic addiction in cats.

Eating economy-class dry food leads to urolithiasis, problems with the kidneys and digestive organs. Don't skimp on your pet's food!

Buy exclusively premium and super-premium food. They contain meat protein, healthy carbohydrates, amino acids and antioxidants. Read the ingredients on the package. A good product contains at least 30% meat protein, plant components - rice, oats (not wheat and corn), amino acids, antioxidants.

Good dry food lines (judging by veterinarian reviews and composition) include the following:

“Fitmin For Life” (Czech Republic);
“Royal Canin” (preferably French-made, not Russian);
"1st Choice" (Canada);
"Hills" (USA, Netherlands);
"Blitz" (Russia);
"Leonardo" (Germany);
Arden Grange (UK);
"Profine Adult Cat" (France);
"Orijen" (Canada);
"Iams" (USA).

The above premium and super-premium products are not advertised. Some of them cannot even be bought at a pet store, but can only be ordered online on the suppliers’ website.

Benefits of Farmina food

In the photo of Farmin cat food you can see that the brand offers a huge number of types of food for all categories of pets. There are also special diets that promote speedy recovery and recovery.

Among the advantages it is worth noting:

Using fresh meat
Possibility to choose between grain and grain-free varieties
A large number of flavors and variations of combinations
Possibility to choose between dry and wet food

In addition to the advantages, there are also a number of disadvantages:

High price
Not available in most small towns (however, online purchase and delivery are available)
Lack of special low grain kitten food

The price of farmin cat food varies greatly. First of all, it depends on the class in which the food is present; there are economy, medium, premium, and super-premium.

The quality of animal protein, as well as its quantity, directly depends on the class; the higher it is, the more animal protein from fresh meat is present in it.

Wet food

Wet food has approximately the same composition as dry food, plus it contains water. Suitable for pets who are prohibited from eating dry kibble for health reasons (urolithiasis, tartar), and for cats who are not inclined to drink a lot of liquid. A significant disadvantage is the high price.

Rules for feeding wet food:

It can only be combined with dry food of the same line, following the dosages indicated on the packages.
Do not store uneaten pellets at room temperature. They should be placed in a tightly sealed container and stored in the refrigerator.

How many times a day should I feed my cat wet food?

The general rule is 1-2 times a day. You can give your cat a portion of dry food in the morning and wet food in the evening. Kittens are fed 3-4 times a day.

Wet food intake per day

Depends on the specific product and the age of the pet. Super-premium food is the most nutritious, so less quantity is required per serving. Average indicators (grams of feed per day) are given in the table below.

Weight, kg)	Daily requirement (g)	Kitten age (months)	Daily requirement (g)
3	190-200	2-3	170-210
4	230-240	3-6	210-300
5	250-260	6-9	210-300
6 or more	300	9-12	170-255

Grain free and low content

Farmina grain-free cat food is the highest quality among all lines. It contains at least 70% animal protein, as well as high-quality vitamins and minerals, fiber.

For production, duck, lamb, deer, quail, and herring meat is used instead of poultry. It also includes fruits and vegetables, as they contain a large amount of minerals.

The line is available in the form of dry food and mousse. The latter appeared only in 2022 and has not yet spread throughout the country, so it will be difficult to find in some cities and towns.

Vet Life

From the name it becomes clear that this line is aimed at helping the pet in the treatment process. The food is ideal for the treatment of diabetes, obesity, and also helps get rid of urolithiasis in pets. In order for results to appear, you need to use this food for at least 2 months.

Veterinarians describe such lines as an aid in the treatment of ailments and diseases, including chronic ones.

Cimiao

Veterinarians recommend this particular line to those pets who are switching from bad food to good food, and cannot yet accept high-quality nutrition.

Ideal for cats and cats found outdoors. The line includes several varieties of diets for older cats and sterilized cats.

They help prevent the formation of hairballs in the stomach and are also ideal for those pets who have sensitive digestion.
It is worth noting that the composition includes corn in the form of flour and whole grains, but the diet also contains a large amount of animal protein.
In addition, oils, plantain seeds and other components are used that saturate the diet with all the necessary elements.

Farmina dry food for sterilized cats will help your pet undergo surgery and speed up the recovery of the body.

Matisse

Premium food that does not contain any harmful chemicals or GMOs. It contains chicken and salmon, as well as tuna, which completely covers your pet’s need for fresh meat. It also contains high-quality fiber and taurine, as well as a large amount of vitamins.

The line has varieties for small kittens, pregnant cats and sterilized pets; there are also separate foods with a high vitamin content for those animals that lack useful components in their diet. All varieties are presented in the form of dry and wet food.

Fun Can

One of the most affordable lines, however, it is not recommended for use as a permanent diet. This is due to the fact that the source of protein is represented by chicken flour, as well as from other meat and fish, in addition, the composition contains wheat flour. The food belongs to the economy class and is not recommended for regular feeding.

Natural products

Super-premium food is more expensive than meat, and there is no guarantee that you will buy high-quality pellets. To be calm about your cat’s health, you need to choose a natural type of feeding and take the time to study suitable products.

The basis of the diet is meat protein (at least 50%, preferably 75%). It is found in the following products:

Beef;
Veal;
Turkey;
Chicken;
By-products (liver, kidneys, ventricles, lungs);
Rabbit.

It is better to give the meat raw in small pieces, after freezing it first. Boil the offal. Pork is not suitable as it is too fatty. Meat is given to the pet every day.

You need to be careful with fish. If you offer your cat such a product, then no more than once every 2 weeks, only sea food, boiled, without bones. Frequent consumption of fish leads to urolithiasis, and river species are infested with worms.

Boiled offal and meat are mixed with cereals. Raw meat is given as a separate meal. Suitable cereals include rice, buckwheat, and oats. Corn, wheat and barley are difficult for your pet's stomach to digest because they contain gluten. Cereals are offered to your pet 2-3 times a week.

Additionally, the cat is given the following products:

Quail eggs (1 time per week);
Cottage cheese (2-3 times a week);
Fermented milk drinks (kefir, sour cream, natural yogurt, cream). If there are no digestive disorders, they can be offered every day;
Vegetables: carrots, zucchini, beets, cabbage, cucumbers, broccoli (every day);
Sprouted oat grass (every day).

When feeding naturally, vitamin and mineral complexes for cats are included in the diet. The exact dosage and frequency of administration is determined by the veterinarian.

How many times a day should I feed my cat natural foods?

A healthy adult pet will need 2-3 meals. Kittens are fed more often, in small portions.

The daily weight of food consumed for an adult cat is 5% of its weight. At the same time, at least 50% should be meat and offal. They are supplemented with either cereals and vegetables, or dairy products. More detailed indicators in grams are given in the table below. For kittens, the daily portion is distributed into 4-6 doses depending on age.

Daily intake of natural products for cats, grams

Adult cat weight (kg)	Meat and offal (daily)	Cereals (2-3 times a week)	Vegetables (daily)	Fermented milk drinks (daily, if there are no problems with the gastrointestinal tract)
3	80	45	10-15	70
4	100	60	20-30	80
5	125	75	25-35	100
6	150	90	30-40	130

Farmina: for every taste and budget

Picky buyers, having noticed that Farmina food is produced in 3 countries: Italy, Serbia and Brazil, often begin to find out: where are the highest quality products produced? But the company assures that there is no difference - all enterprises are equipped with the latest technological equipment and receive the same raw materials (from Italy)... The quality control system operates in the same way - an examination is carried out at any factory (both raw materials and products after each technological operation).

It is noteworthy that this manufacturer does not rely on a specific group of buyers - the range of quality and price indicators of Farmina products is able to satisfy the needs of any pet and the capabilities of any owner.

The company’s specialists develop recipes and technologies independently, taking into account everything: international standards, reviews from veterinarians, and the opinion of cat owners.

In every Farmina factory, production is based on 4 fundamental principles:

Twin-screw extrusion - does not violate the nutritional value of raw materials, allows you to preserve all nutritional properties;
Adding vitamins after extrusion does not destroy their structure and quality;
Vacuum system – introduces vitamins and fats through the pores into the granules, as a result, the beneficial components remain unchanged throughout the shelf life of the product;
Do not work “in the warehouse” - the finished food is not stored in the warehouse, but is immediately sent to consumers - the product reaches animal owners soon after production (i.e. in the freshest possible form).

Components:

The source of protein in Farmina food is natural meat, fish and eggs.
To provide the diet with a sufficient amount of fat, fish and/or chicken fat is added to the granules.
To provide the cat's body with energy, rice or corn flour is added.
For normal intestinal function, fiber is needed - for this, peas or sugar beets are added to the granules.
Natural prebiotics help improve the functioning of the digestive system.

The company produces a wide range of food - which allows you to choose a diet for an animal of any age and health condition, as well as depending on the “thickness of the owner’s wallet”

The most popular line of Farmina food is “ Cimiao ” (this is super-premium dry food - optimally balanced, without dyes and preservatives) which includes:

Cimiao Kitten – food for pregnant and lactating cats and kittens;
Cimiao Light – food for sedentary and obese animals;
Cimiao Senior – suitable for older pets;
Cimiao Neutered Male – designed for feeding neutered cats;
Cimiao Neutered Female – will improve the metabolism of a sterilized cat;
Cimiao Hairball – to remove hairballs from the stomach;
Cimiao Delicious – desirable for animals with poor digestion;
Cimiao Persian is a special composition for Persian cats.

The premium line “ Matisse ” (differs from “Cimiao” in having a lower content of useful microelements, but at a more affordable price) is notable for the fact that, in addition to dry food, it also includes “canned treats” (from a wide variety of types of meat and fish)…

N&D line is offered (where the content of grains is minimized (or completely eliminated) and not only all the necessary microelements are included, but also vitamins, fatty acids, etc.) - which can already be classified as “holistic”.

Professional line of food – “ Vet Life ” (in demand among breeders and veterinarians).

For extremely economical cat owners, dry food from the “ Fun Cat ” line is offered (which contains only the “necessary minimum”: proteins, fats, fiber and ash).

In each category of feed there are several types of products: based on meat, fish or poultry, mixed formulations. Try from the very beginning to accustom your pet to a varied diet - this way she will receive the maximum of all the necessary vitamins/microelements. If you feed a cat the same product for a long time, it may subsequently refuse food of a different composition.

Depending on the class of Farmina food, its positive/negative aspects depend:

“Holistics”, which mainly consist of natural and dehydrated meat, fish, eggs (no meat-and-bone meal, no offal - there are no) and do not contain grains (which are difficult for the cat’s digestion) - have no obvious disadvantages, except for the high cost, No. But, if your pet has previously eaten low-quality food , he will not like the lack of a cereal component in the biscuits. For such animals, low-grain formulations are offered.
Super-premium and premium classes differ from “holistic” ones by having a lower content of animal proteins and microelements, as well as the presence of corn flour. There are no chemical additives or GMO products, but such a diet cannot be considered completely balanced. If you feed your animal with food below the “elite” class, supplement the diet with vitamins and other special additives.
Economy class food is “just food” that will fill you up, but will not bring any benefit. Of course, Farmina's budget food is superior in quality to many low-price products from other manufacturers, but still its composition leaves much to be desired (there is no meat in it, animal proteins enter the cat's body from meat and bone meal).

The “disadvantages” of all Farmina feeds include a high percentage of “ash” in the composition - these are useful minerals, but some animals may not like the specific taste of the “component”... and there is also an “opinion” that an excess of “ash” is the cause of urolithiasis diseases.

Do not purchase products intended for professionals on your own..
If your cat has health problems, only a specialist can develop proper dietary nutrition. After examining the animal, the veterinarian may recommend special nutrition for animals with diabetes or pathologies in any body systems.

Choose the right food for your pet - if it is not possible to purchase high-quality products, supplement the diet with vitamin and mineral complexes. Feed your pet correctly, and he will repay you for this with affection and love.