Senior cat food is suitable for cats aged 7 and over. Age-related issues in cats, such as mouth and dental problems, a slower metabolism, cellular decline, kidney problems, inactivity and other age-related conditions, can be made easier to live with thanks to senior cat food.
As cats get older, some digestive problems can appear. Even if they eat foods they used to love, they may have vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pain. In short, if your senior cat has digestive problems with their current food, choose a food made especially for senior cats. If your cat often has constipation, you can talk to your veterinarian and feed high-fiber foods. For senior cats with a poor appetite in particular, you can use wet food warmed to body temperature (warming it makes the smell more appealing).
Cats slow down visibly when moving, walking and even running. Senior cat foods can help keep this decline and aging under control.
Dental problems are one of the most common issues in senior cats. They may have tooth loss and dental disease, so hard food can be difficult for them. That's why softer foods should be chosen, with wet canned food from time to time.
Since activity and calorie burning decrease, senior cat foods generally have fewer calories. These foods don't contain high levels of protein and minerals. This way, cats eat as they always have but take in fewer calories.
Now that your cat is older, they need more balanced, highly digestible foods containing potassium and taurine.
The vitamin and mineral balance should be set for senior cats' needs.
To meet your senior cat's bone health and needs, choose foods rich in vitamin B6, vitamin D, calcium, omega fatty acids and antioxidants.