{"title":"Light Cat Food","description":"\u003cp\u003eCats can gain weight for different reasons, such as inactivity, health problems, a metabolism that slows with age or an unbalanced diet. Some cats are more prone to weight gain than others because of their breed, personality and habits. If they don't get as much exercise as they need, or as they get older, weight problems can increase noticeably. Contrary to popular belief, extra weight in cats isn't cute; it leads to serious health problems. Today, obesity is extremely common, and just as dangerous, especially in indoor cats. Although obesity is defined by the cat being overweight, its effects on health should never be ignored. That's why it's very important to take action for cats that are starting to gain weight or are slightly overweight. Along with encouraging exercise based on their weight and overall health, their daily diet may also need to be rethought. The changes needed in their diet bring light cat foods into the picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring routine vet checkups, cats' weight is assessed along with their overall health. When veterinarians find that a cat's weight is starting to put their health at risk, they may recommend switching to a light food. As always, it's very important to change food based on your veterinarian's advice and to follow the rules for switching foods. Light foods have a specially balanced formula to help maintain a healthy body condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn spayed or neutered cats, changes in sex hormone levels can affect activity. At the same time, a slower metabolism can make them prone to weight gain. Just like in people, being overweight can become very dangerous for cats. As they gain weight, their blood values change and their mobility can decrease; moving less triggers more weight gain, and joint problems that may develop can create a vicious cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinking obesity in cats only to physical health is a very incomplete view. Cats whose mobility drops because of extra weight and who lose their old energy also suffer psychologically and become unhappy. That's why making sure cats stay at their ideal weight is essential, and light cat foods specially formulated for cats that are starting to gain weight can become a key step in protecting them from hard-to-treat conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight foods contain healthy fiber. More fiber increases the feeling of fullness. Rich in low-fat protein sources, diet cat foods meet the basic needs of feline nutrition while also limiting calorie intake. Foods with added L-carnitine help preserve muscle and prevent muscle loss. Preserving muscle mass encourages the body to use its fat stores, which can help cats reach an ideal weight. With continued use, low-fat, high-protein light foods reduce calorie intake by about 17%. They satisfy the appetite of cats that are prone to weight gain or overweight while reducing the number of calories they consume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight cat foods come with different portion sizes depending on the brand. The number of calories a cat should get each day is listed on the food packaging as a general guide based on weight. Although these recommendations are general, keep in mind that every cat may need an individual plan. Your cat's daily food amount may need to be revised during routine vet visits.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"royal-canin-light-weight-diyet-kedi-mamasi","title":"Royal Canin Light Weight Diet Adult Dry Cat Food","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRoyal Canin Light Weight Diet Cat Food (Light Weight Care)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Canin Light Weight Care\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete and balanced dry food for adult cats prone to weight gain. Its fat content is 10% and crude fiber 10.3%; dehydrated poultry protein is first on the ingredient list. Available at Petidi in 1.5 kg and 8 kg bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult cats that tend to gain weight or are slightly overweight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor cats with low activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor mixed feeding with wet food: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/royal-canin-light-weight-care-gravy-yetiskin-kedi-yas-mamasi\"\u003eRoyal Canin Light Weight Care Gravy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor sterilized cats aged 1–7: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/royal-canin-sterilised-37-kisirlastirilmis-kedi-mamasi\"\u003eRoyal Canin Sterilised 37\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Royal Canin Light Weight Care?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeling full:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Canin states that the added fiber blend (including psyllium) helps the cat feel full after a meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMuscle mass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains 36% protein; Royal Canin states that the adapted protein level helps maintain muscle mass during weight control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL-carnitine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains 200 mg of L-carnitine per kilogram; L-carnitine plays a role in fat metabolism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer study:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Canin states that in its in-house study more than 90% of slightly overweight cats fed this food reached a healthier weight in 8 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrinary system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Canin states that it is formulated with a balanced mineral content to maintain the urinary health of the adult cat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComposition and nutritional values\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dehydrated poultry protein, vegetable fibers, wheat gluten*, corn, corn gluten, rice, hydrolyzed animal proteins, corn flour, wheat, animal fats, minerals, beet pulp, yeast products, fish oil, psyllium husks and seeds (0.5%), soy oil. \u003cem\u003e*L.I.P.: protein selected for its very high digestibility, according to Royal Canin.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalytical constituents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protein 36%, fat 10%, crude ash 7.5%, crude fiber 10.3%. L-carnitine 200 mg\/kg. Additives (per kg): vitamin A 21,000 IU, vitamin D3 800 IU, zinc 128 mg, iron 30 mg, manganese 39 mg, copper 9 mg, iodine 3 mg, selenium 0.06 mg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDaily amount and how long a bag lasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCat's weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInactive (low energy needs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAt ideal weight (normal energy needs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e51 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e62 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e73 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e83 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, a 4 kg cat at ideal weight eats about 62 g a day. At that amount a 1.5 kg bag lasts about 24 days and an 8 kg bag about 4 months. The amount depends on your cat's age, activity and weight; monitor its weight and adjust. Fresh water should always be available. More detail (in Turkish): \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/hap-bilgiler\/hangi-boy-mama-paketi-kac-gun-yeter\"\u003eHow long does each bag size last?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSwitching food\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch to the new food gradually over 7 days, mixing it with the old food. On weight control after sterilization (in Turkish): \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/hap-bilgiler\/kisirlastirilmis-kedi-nasil-beslenmeli\"\u003eHow should a sterilized cat be fed?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cats diagnosed with obesity, consult your veterinarian about food choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePetidi: authorized Royal Canin retailer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePetidi is an authorized retailer of Royal Canin. We source Royal Canin products from the authorized distributor Martı A.Ş. and issue an invoice with every order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Canin","offers":[{"title":"1.5 KG","offer_id":51517081256256,"sku":"252401500","price":1509.0,"currency_code":"TRY","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 KG","offer_id":51517081289024,"sku":"252408000","price":5729.0,"currency_code":"TRY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1294\/3424\/files\/RoyalCaninLightWeightDiyetKediMamasi.webp?v=1737390032"},{"product_id":"hills-science-plan-light-tavuklu-yetiskin-kedi-mamasi","title":"Hill's Science Plan Light Adult Chicken Dry Cat Food","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHill's Science Plan Light Adult Chicken Dry Cat Food (Light Adult Cat Chicken)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHill's Science Plan Light Adult Chicken\u003c\/strong\u003e is a reduced-calorie, complete and balanced dry food (3,437 kcal\/kg) for less active adult cats aged 1–6 that are prone to weight gain. Chicken and turkey meal is the first ingredient (chicken 15%, total poultry 24%). Hill's presents this formula with its \u003cem\u003eActivBiome+ Multi-Benefit\u003c\/em\u003e technology, a blend of prebiotic fibers and antioxidants. Available at Petidi in 1.5 kg and 3 kg bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult cats aged 1–6 that are prone to weight gain or less active\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso for sterilized cats: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hills-science-plan-tavuklu-kisirlastirilmis-kedi-mamasi\"\u003eHill's Science Plan Sterilized Chicken\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor adult cats without weight issues: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hills-science-plan-tavuklu-yetiskin-kedi-mamasi\"\u003eHill's Science Plan Adult Chicken\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Hill's Science Plan Light?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow calorie and L-carnitine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hill's states that the low calorie content and L-carnitine (572 mg\/kg) help maintain ideal weight. Fat is 10.3%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSatiety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hill's states that high-quality protein and natural fibers help with feeling full between meals (protein 32.8%, crude fiber 5.5%).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin and coat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hill's states that omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin E support healthy skin and a shiny coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hill's states that the prebiotic blend of oat bran and fructooligosaccharides (0.6%) supports digestive health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients and nutrition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chicken and turkey meal (chicken 15%; total poultry 24%), brewer's rice, corn, corn gluten meal, animal fat, cellulose, dried beet pulp, pea protein, digest, pea bran meal, minerals, oat bran, fructooligosaccharides. ActivBiome+ Multi-Benefit prebiotic blend (0.6%): oat bran, fructooligosaccharides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed analysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protein 32.8%, fat 10.3%, crude fiber 5.5%, crude ash 5.4%, calcium 0.80%, phosphorus 0.66%, sodium 0.27%, potassium 0.76%, magnesium 0.08%. Per kg: vitamin A 8,144 IU, vitamin D3 642 IU, vitamin E 476 mg, vitamin C 97 mg, beta-carotene 2.0 mg, L-carnitine 572 mg. Metabolizable energy 3,437 kcal\/kg. Average values from the Hill's website: taurine 0.23%, omega-3 fatty acids 0.17%, omega-6 fatty acids 2.24%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDaily amount and how long a bag lasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCat's weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDaily amount (dry food only)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 kg and over\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 g per kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, a 4 kg cat eats about 65 g a day. At that amount, a 1.5 kg bag lasts about 23 days and a 3 kg bag about 46 days. Amounts vary with your cat's age, activity and weight; monitor weight and adjust. Fresh water should always be available. More detail (in Turkish): \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/hap-bilgiler\/hangi-boy-mama-paketi-kac-gun-yeter\"\u003eHow long does each bag size last?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSwitching foods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransition gradually over 7 days by mixing the new food with the old. On weight and portion control (in Turkish): \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/hap-bilgiler\/kisirlastirilmis-kedi-nasil-beslenmeli\"\u003eHow should a sterilized cat be fed?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cats diagnosed with obesity or a weight problem, ask your vet about food choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePetidi: authorized Hill's Science Plan retailer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePetidi is an authorized Hill's Science Plan retailer. We source Hill's products from the authorized distributor Anadolu Akvaryum ve Pet Ürünleri A.Ş., and every order comes with an invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hill's","offers":[{"title":"1.5 KG","offer_id":51516320842048,"sku":"610-604080","price":1419.0,"currency_code":"TRY","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 KG","offer_id":51516320874816,"sku":"610-604081","price":2219.0,"currency_code":"TRY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1294\/3424\/files\/Hill_sSCIENCEPLANLightTavukluYetiskinKediMamasi_53901c49-e4a4-43d2-83ab-c95d30385a26.webp?v=1771338827"},{"product_id":"nd-quinoa-weight-management-kuzulu-kinoali-tahilsiz-yetiskin-kedi-mamasi","title":"N\u0026D Quinoa Weight Management Grain-Free Adult Lamb Dry Cat Food","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eN\u0026amp;D Quinoa Weight Management Grain-Free Adult Lamb Dry Cat Food\u003c\/strong\u003e is a grain-free dietetic dry food with lamb and quinoa from Farmina's functional Quinoa line, made for weight control. Available in 1.5 kg and 5 kg bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients and nutrition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamb (22%), dehydrated lamb protein (22%), pea starch, chicken fat, dried whole eggs, pea fiber, quinoa seed extract (8%), herring, dehydrated herring protein, fish oil (herring), flaxseed, dried broccoli (2.5%), dried asparagus (2.5%), dried carrots, alfalfa meal, inulin, fructooligosaccharides, yeast extract (source of mannan-oligosaccharides), psyllium husks and seeds, potassium chloride, sodium chloride, calcium sulfate dihydrate, dried brewer's yeast, aloe vera extract, glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed analysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protein 40%, fat 9%, crude fiber 10%, crude ash 7.9%, moisture 8%. Metabolizable energy 3341 kcal\/kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe recipe starts with lamb (22%) and dehydrated lamb protein (22%); quinoa (8%), dried broccoli (2.5%) and asparagus (2.5%) are the signature ingredients. The food contains 40% crude protein and just 9% crude fat; crude fiber is 10%. Metabolizable energy is 3341 kcal\/kg, noticeably lower than the line's standard adult recipes. It contains 1200 mg glucosamine and 900 mg chondroitin sulfate per kg and is supplemented with taurine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to feed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a cat that needs to lose weight, set the target weight and daily portion with your vet; sudden, rapid weight loss is risky for cats. Measure portions with a kitchen scale, count treats in the daily total and spread the transition over 7–10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from light food?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight Management is a dietetic formula made for cats that need to lose weight; its fat and energy levels are lower than regular light foods, and its fiber and protein levels are higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long should it be used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce a cat reaches its target weight, it usually moves on to a more balanced adult or sterilized formula for maintenance. Make this decision together with your vet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"N\u0026D","offers":[{"title":"1.5 KG","offer_id":51526375342400,"sku":"PND0150020","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"TRY","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 KG","offer_id":51526375375168,"sku":"PND0500039","price":4159.0,"currency_code":"TRY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/1294\/3424\/files\/N_DQuinoaWeightManagementKuzuluKinoaliTahilsizYetiskinKediMamasi1_5kg.webp?v=1767441414"}],"url":"https:\/\/petidi.com\/en\/collections\/light-cat-food.oembed","provider":"Petidi.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}