The Importance Of Nutrition In Cats

You may have noticed that sometimes, your cat just likes to eat continuously as if owning a bottomless stomach. Some cats simply exhibit the “always hungry” behavior, assuming that you have an unlimited buffet service at your home. And the reasons behind the behavior are related to their psychological or physical health status.

1. Lack of Nutrition

Cats know what they need and if they can’t get the right nutrients from their diet or food source, they will eat more. This usually happens with poor quality cat foods and it affects your cat’s health. Low-quality foods give poor nutrition that leads to an unsatisfying meal and poor health. Consider buying high-quality foods for your cat to satisfy their hunger more effectively and keep them nourished. High-quality foods are expensive but keep your cat healthy and free from illness, which saves you from expensive vet’s fees.

2. When Boredom Strikes

The feeling of boredom is not exclusive to humans and cats invaded by it often eat a lot. If they got nothing to do, such no cat tower, no toys, no other cats to play with, and very few socialization from the owner, usually leads to consuming all the kibble. The habit can lead to overweight or obesity due to the lack of physical activity.

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