Choosing food for Scottish Fold cats

Purebred Scottish Fold cats are the real embodiment of aristocracy. At the same time, they are distinguished by a calm and gentle disposition. These pets, like any others, need proper and balanced nutrition. Only under the condition of a well-designed menu, the cat will be active and healthy. Today we will look at how to choose the best food for these handsome men.

Scottish Fold cats are insanely popular. These beauties are loved by many people who value a kind and calm character in animals. It should be noted and surprisingly soft, plush fur of these pets. Of course, she will remain so for many years, if you take care of the proper nutrition of the cats.

Many people are interested in what is the advantage of feeding Scots ready-made food over food from the table. It should be borne in mind that not all foods that people eat contain the required amount of essential components and vitamins. Certain foods should not be eaten by cats at all.

As for ready-made industrial feeds, they already provide for the presence of all the required vitamins and minerals. All ingredients are balanced.

Ready-made food for cats of all breeds is presented in a huge assortment. Products with different tastes are made for the choice of consumers - it will not be difficult to find the perfect solution for your beloved Scotsman.With such a large selection of the cat's menu, it will be possible to diversify, and not give him the same thing all the time.

Ready-made food does not need to be prepared for the Scottish Fold cat. You just need to put them in a bowl and that's it. The main thing is to choose for your pet what suits him best - a dry or wet treat.

One can “get lost” in a large assortment of branded feeds, which is why many owners are wondering which product will be the best and most suitable. It is important to build on the feed class here. The main thing is not to give your pets economy class treats, as they can cause serious harm to the health of the pets, especially if you feed the animal with such products all the time.

Fold-eared Scots should be fed with high-quality branded premium or super-premium food 2-3 times a day - this is the standard norm. If the diet for the cat is prepared correctly, then the pet will be healthy and energetic. Meat should always be the basis of nutrition, regardless of whether you give ready-made feed or resort to natural fresh products.

There are things that Scottish Fold cats cannot be given, like most representatives of other breeds. Prohibited items include sugar, salt, stabilizers, flavors and other similar additives. Such ingredients should be avoided when choosing good food for Scots. They can be especially dangerous in relation to a small kitten.

It is also necessary to monitor the temperature of the food. It shouldn't be too cold or hot. Room temperature is optimal. The consistency must also be correct. If you feed a kitten of the specified breed, then he should be given food in a well-chopped form. Closer to 6 months, you can give the kitten food, consisting of larger elements.

There are several options for feed, suitable for Fold Scots, namely:

• dry;
• wet and semi-moist.

Dry food is rightfully recognized as the most popular. The granules that make up these products have a long shelf life. They do not need to be prepared, cooked or stewed beforehand - they are immediately poured into bowls and after that they can be eaten. The main thing is to remember that such delicacies should not be given to very small kittens.

While the Scottish babies still have milk teeth, they will not be able to chew the granules normally. When teeth loosen and replace, the gums can be severely traumatized by eating these types of foods. When the teeth have already erupted and grow, dry food can lead to damage to the bite and curvature of the incisors - this is very important to consider.

Sometimes kittens (this happens with adult cats) do not chew the granules, but immediately swallow them whole. There is nothing good from such meals. As a result, this can lead to a number of problems:

• overeating - until the granules become bulky with the right amount of moisture, the animal will not feel full, even if the portion was calculated correctly;
• bloating;
• constipation due to dehydration.

For adults, dry food is great. They not only nourish the animals, but they also work like a toothbrush, cleaning their teeth as well as massaging their gums. Often, dry food pellets are used to reward mustachioed friends during training and various educational processes.

But dry food, used as the main food, will definitely require a large intake of liquid from the cat. The Scotsman will have to drink a lot, otherwise there will be certain problems associated with the digestive system. That is why the owners should not forget about the regular change of water - it should always be fresh and clean.

The second most popular are wet and semi-wet products for cats.Such food differs from the above-described dry food in a significant liquid content. This kind of treat is more suitable for Scots because it does not force cats to consume large quantities of water. True, these products have one drawback - sometimes their regular use in food ends in loosening of the gums, due to the absence of hard pieces.

There are two types of wet food:

• pates;
• chunks with gravy.

Pates should be given to small kittens and elderly cats, whose teeth should not be exposed to unnecessary stress in the form of dry hard granules. These wet food options are ideal for pets suffering from a variety of oral health conditions. As for food in the form of chunks in gravy, it is better to give them to adult pets and teenage cats.

All existing varieties of cat food are divided into classes. Economy, premium and super premium products are on sale. The most affordable are feed related to economy class. They are cheap and highly advertised. Manufacturers that produce such food, reduce the cost of it as much as possible, using a base of soy or carbohydrates.

Most budget feeds contain all sorts of flavors, dyes and other ingredients that cannot be called useful. Lop-eared Scots, like representatives of any other breeds, are not recommended to be fed with such food - they can seriously harm the health of the fluffy.

For a consistent diet, it is recommended to purchase premium and super premium food categories. If you are looking for a product for a neutered cat or a neutered cat, then you only need to buy premium options here.

The feed of these classes contains vitamin complexes, protein and other necessary components. True, such food is more expensive. Some types of premium food can only be found in rare pet stores. Many manufacturers of such delicacies produce separate therapeutic food lines that should be given to animals as directed by a veterinarian.

Premium feeds are much better than those that belong to the economy class. As a rule, they can be given to cats every day without fear for their health. The same cannot be said about cheap products.

Separately, it is worth highlighting the cat food belonging to the holistic class. Such products are rightfully recognized as the highest quality and in most cases are made only from natural ingredients. They are expensive, but do not harm the health of the Fold Scots. It is worth noting that the prevalence of these products is not the greatest, especially in comparison with budget feeds.

Food for the Scottish breed must be chosen carefully. You should not buy the cheapest low quality products. Let's take a look at a small list of the very best manufacturers of high quality feeds that are perfect for charming Fold Scots.

First, let's find out which food is best for Scottish kittens.

• Royal Canin. A well-known brand offers high quality food for kittens. Separately, it is worth highlighting the French-made Shorthair kitten dry product, which contains rice, poultry and corn. Has a pleasant aroma, low consumption.

• 1 st choice kitten. An excellent balanced premium food for kittens containing 30% protein. Can be given not only to kittens, but also to pregnant cats. Allergic reactions to the components of this product are extremely rare.

• Hills science plan kitten tuna. Dry food in granules for Scots, which can be fed to kittens from 2 months. The composition contains tuna and chicken meat. There are omega fatty acids.

• Wahre liebe Junge. Another high quality dry food that can be fed to kittens of any breed from 2 months. The composition contains colostrum, which has a beneficial effect on the immunity of babies. There are also turkey and chicken meat, eggs, rice and beet pulp.

These foods are best suited for small Scottish Fold kittens. Some of them dry can be given to babies who are not yet 6 months old.

As for the best food for adult Fold Scots - here the rating will be based on other products. Let's get acquainted with them.

• Flatazor crocktail adulte poissions. This food is ideal for Scottish adults. It is based on fish and poultry meat. There is no chicken fat - duck fat is used instead. There are also corn fibers and millet. Apples and beet pulp are used as fiber. According to veterinarians, the protein in this food is absorbed quickly and easily by the body of cats. In addition, the product contains essential vitamins.

• Royal canin British shorthair. High quality food specially produced for Scottish and British cats, taking into account the peculiarities of their digestive system. The product is produced in the form of large curved croquettes - the cat will not be able to swallow them entirely, and while chewing, the teeth and the oral cavity as a whole will be cleaned.

• 1 st choice adult cat chicken formula. This is a premium quality Canadian food for Scottish adults. Differs in high protein (30%) and fat (17%). Proteins in the composition are of high quality obtained from poultry meat. There are no grains here, but components such as brown rice or rice bran are present. This product has only one drawback that should be taken into account - cellulose is present in its composition. Usually this component is included only in cheap meals.

• Earthburn holistic, primitive feline natural cat food. This product from the USA cannot be called widespread. You can rarely find it in stores. It has a high content of high quality protein - up to 44% and fat - up to 20%. This is a good high-calorie diet for Scottish adults that is grain-free. It is based on chicken and turkey flour, herring and egg powder, potatoes and brown rice. The balance of such a diet is exceptional. Excellent vitamin supplements are available.

• Acana pacifica for cats. Wonderful high-protein feed made in Canada. It is ideal for adult Fold Scots. Protein is 35% and fat is 19%. The product is based on herring, salmon and flour from the carcasses of these fish. There are no crops. Alfalfa and peas are used instead. Sources of many vitamins and fiber are carrots, pumpkin and apples. It also contains cranberries - an acidity regulator.

Food for the Fold Scotsman should be chosen carefully, paying attention to the following features of the product.

• Meals must be premium, super premium or holistic. Too cheap economy products should not be taken.
• Select food for kittens and adults separately. For babies, it is better not to take dry food up to 6 months, with the exception of branded high-quality options designed for kittens from 2 months.
• Check out the composition of the feed. It is not recommended to take food with flavorings, preservatives of unknown origin and various chemicals. The best options are naturally based foods.
• For the Scots, you need to buy only high quality branded feed.
• You can buy food from medicinal lines for cats, but only after consulting a veterinarian.

If you've got a gorgeous Fold Scotsman, then you should know what to feed him with.

• Do not give fish and bird bones. The cat can swallow them and damage internal organs.
• It is better not to feed the Scots with river fish. It is also better not to give raw and too fatty fish carcasses.
• It is not recommended to feed fatty meat. Therefore, lamb, pork and fatty poultry should be banned.
• Avoid raw eggs due to the risk of salmonellosis.
• Cow's milk can provoke stomach upsets in purebred cats. First of all, this applies to those cases when the animal drinks pure milk.
• Do not give Scots people medicines that are for humans and not for animals. Firstly, you are unlikely to be able to calculate the correct dose, and secondly, most of the ingredients in human medicines are not suitable for animals.
• It is not recommended to give food from the table. In no case do not feed the Fold-eared Scots sweets, products with spices, baked goods. Fried, canned and smoked foods are prohibited. Scots should not even be given food that is intended for small children, since in such options there are also different additives: salt, sugar and spices - these elements are not perceived by the body of cats.
• Spicy food should not be given to either Scots or other breeds. Otherwise, you can seriously damage your pet's digestive system.
• It is not recommended to give raw potatoes to the Scots, as they contain dangerous and poisonous substances for them.

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