All About Whiskas for Kittens

A person who becomes the owner of a kitten is obliged to provide his pet with the most useful and balanced nutrition, which is so necessary for a growing body. Despite the fact that you can do the preparation of treats on your own, not everyone has time for this, and therefore it is better to purchase a proven ready-made composition. For example, Whiskas products, which are present in every supermarket, are very popular.

The production of Whiskas for kittens is located in Russia. The company "Mars" is engaged in this. Products for growing animals are in economy class and, perhaps, for this reason, they are very common. These mixtures and combinations differ significantly from products intended for adult cats. For a developing organism, it is extremely important to have a sufficient amount of amino acids and vitamins, as well as calcium and phosphorus. For example, without protein, the timely development of internal organs and tissues is impossible, other useful components also perform their functions.

Variations made for kittens have higher nutrient requirements than those made for mature pets. In addition, they have a high nutritional value, since the need for energy in a developing creature is also increased. If an adult animal is advised to consume about 208 kcal per day, then the kitten should provide more than 260 kcal. This explains the need to purchase special formulations for babies.

Dry pillows for babies at Whiskas on the official website are presented in only one variation - assorted with turkey and carrot flavor. You can buy a small package weighing 350 grams, and a large package weighing 1.9 kilograms. The well-thought-out composition of the mixture includes all the components necessary for the successful development of a kitten. Crispy granules are enriched with Omega-3 and Omega-6 elements, without which problems with the development of the animal's nervous system are possible. Essential amino acids present in the product are required for proper muscle function. In addition, all components are in proportions that ensure normal metabolism.

The composition of the product is quite rich: cereals, flour of animal origin, including those made from turkey meat, as well as vegetable proteins and animal fats act as a basis. Among the components are found sunflower oil and fish oil, brewer's yeast, milk powder and dried carrots. Taurine is a vital substance for cats, mineral elements: calcium, phosphorus and zinc, as well as vitamins A, D3, E make the pads not only appetizing with a milky taste, but also useful.

Meals of animal origin are used in three types: meat and bone, turkey and poultry. In general, 34% of protein is present in the feed, and a significant part of it belongs to plant protein. The "supplier" of animal fats in Whiskas pads is butter and animal fat, and brewer's yeast is responsible for vitamin B. Dried carrots are known to be rich in fiber. The calorie content of 100 grams of dry food reaches 279 kilocalories. Most of the nutritional value comes from protein - 34 grams per 100 grams, and fat - 13.5 grams for the same amount.

At 2 months old, it is recommended to give the kitten no more than 45 grams of delicacies, and by one year this amount increases to 75 grams... It is also important to mention that Whiskas consumption should always be supplemented with plenty of clean water. Dry granules not only saturate the baby, but also provide cleaning of his teeth and normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. By the way, their shelf life significantly exceeds the shelf life of wet formulations.

According to the manufacturer, all components present in both dry and wet food are 100% natural. All of them comply with European standards and are obtained only from plants, animals, microorganisms and minerals. The formulations do not contain chemical additives that can harm kittens, for example, fragrances, dyes and addictive additives. In addition, food processing is carried out in such a way as to preserve all the nutrients they contain.

The balance of the composition lies in the fact that proteins, fats, carbohydrates and other components are present in exactly the quantities and proportions that the baby needs on a daily basis.

Whiskas Liquid Foods are sold in small, soft pouches, which are usually enough for a pet for one meal. They are called "pouches", and the volume of one such package is 85 grams. Wet food cannot make up the entire diet of an animal - it will definitely need additional nutrients. This is mainly due to the fact that in each sachet there is somewhere 80% moisture and only 20% dry matter, which is undoubtedly not enough. In general, it is recommended to purchase pouches only in those cases when the kitten either refuses to drink water, or for some reason it is forbidden to eat dry granules.

Wet food helps maintain water balance and reduces the likelihood of urinary tract diseases. We must not forget that its calorie content is 5 times less than that of dry granules, which means that the composition is suitable for animals suffering from rapid weight gain.

A growing pet will surely like chicken stew - the most delicate cubes soaked in aromatic sauce... The composition of this wet food is enhanced by the addition of those nutrients that a kitten needs to successfully develop into an adult and healthy cat. For example, vitamin E helps to strengthen the immune system, while vitamin A and taurine provide a pet with sharp eyesight. Calcium is responsible for the health of the skeleton, and zinc with Omega-6 acid is necessary for the seal to have a thick, shiny coat.

The main component of the stew is chicken meat and high-quality by-products: liver, heart, kidneys and others, and it is fillet that accounts for about 4%. Cereals and sunflower oil are additional components. Wet stews are stored only under a number of conditions: humidity not exceeding 75%, and temperatures within the range from +4 to +35. The food becomes most useful only when combined with dry pads: the first is used in the morning and evening, and the second is used throughout the rest of the day. Of course, they must be served in different containers.

An alternative to chicken stew is lamb stew... It is enriched with the same nutrients and, in principle, has a similar composition, but instead of 4% chicken, it contains 4% lamb meat. By-products - heart, liver, kidneys, ventricles and others, contain elements that are extremely important for a growing organism. Thus, the liver is rich in vitamin A, which improves vision and even prevents eye diseases, while the kidneys and heart contain B vitamins and various microelements.

Feeding a kitten in both cases is carried out according to the same scheme: until the pet is 3 months old, it should be a small amount of food, served 4-5 times a day. From 3 months to six months, the animal needs food 2-3 times a day. When the cat is 10 months old, adult nutrition from Whiskas is suitable for it - both dry and wet.

Appetizing jelly is ideal for feeding a kitten - in fact, these are the same meat fragments as in a stew, but already in a jelly-like substance... The basis of the product is veal - at least 4% and by-products from the meat industry. In addition, the composition contains vegetable oil and all of the above useful elements.

Finally, you can also purchase chicken pate for your growing cat from the Whiskas brand. The meat content in it is the highest among the products for kittens - the amount of chicken reaches at least 25%. The rest of the available components are similar to those present in other products of the popular brand.

Reviews of Whiskas kitten food do not differ in universality. Some buyers note that the animal really likes the treat - the four-footed, even fastidious, very actively absorbs it, and its mood and physical condition are at their best. Of course, the budget cost of the product is also distinguished among the advantages - in fact, the product is affordable for most families. It is very easy to feed a kitten with a ready-made combination - just open the pack and pour the contents into a bowl, and the food is almost never spoiled.

Among the negative reviews, there are stories about how the animal's fur began to crawl out, after which food allergies began.Also, veterinarians themselves are not fans of the brand - they note that a large amount of carbohydrates, that is, grains, are not useful for pets, namely, they are one of the key components of dry formulations. Much more useful are moist substances - pates, stews and jellies. Of course, the fact that the composition of the various variations is not completely clear does not play in favor of the product either.