Important ingredients in cat food

Important ingredients for making your own cat food

Cats are carnivores and require a balanced diet high in protein, with some fat and very few carbohydrates. The most important components are:

• Protein-rich meat : Supports muscle development and the immune system and is the main ingredient in every cat food. Meat contains amino acids that cats must obtain through their diet. These are particularly important for their bodies, such as tauri and arginine .
• Carbohydrates in moderation : They provide energy, but should only be consumed in small amounts.
• Healthy fats : Provide energy and support skin and coat health.
• Important vitamins and minerals : Vitamins A, D, calcium and phosphorus, etc. are among the essential nutrients.
• Sufficient water : An adequate water supply is particularly important for cats, as they are prone to urinary tract diseases.

Tip: Did you know that cats can produce their own vitamin C ? Unlike us humans, they don't need an additional source. So, if you want to make your own cat food, you don't need to add any vitamin C. Only older cats or those with a fever might benefit from a small extra dose!

Forbidden ingredients when making your own cat food

Some foods are dangerous for cats and should not be included in their food:

• Onions and garlic : These ingredients can cause anemia in cats and are therefore absolutely taboo when making your own cat food.
• Spices : Salt, sugar, and soy sauce put a strain on your cat's kidneys.
• Chocolate and caffeine : These substances are toxic to the heart and nervous system of cats. Learn more in this article about toxic foods for cats .
• Bones : Small, splintering bones in particular can lead to digestive problems and injuries.

Make your own cat food [10 recipes]

Our recipes for homemade cat food are perfectly balanced: 60-80% protein, 10-20% fat, and 5-10% carbohydrates. Each recipe is quick to prepare and can be enhanced with our freeze-dried toppings .

The calorie information is also provided so you can choose the best options for your cat. To find out how many calories your cat needs daily , you can read this article.

Tuna treats

• Ingredients: 120g tuna (drained), 1 egg, 1/2 tsp sunflower oil, 30g oat flour
• Preparation: Mix ingredients and form small balls. Bake at 180 degrees for approximately 12 minutes.
• Calories: approx. 317 kcal

Chicken hearts with egg and rice

• Ingredients: 200g chicken hearts, 1 boiled egg, 1 tbsp cooked rice, 1 tsp butter
• Preparation: Lightly fry chicken hearts, mix in egg and rice and serve.
• Calories: approx. 388 kcal

Meat, vegetable, rice mix

• Ingredients: 150 g chicken or beef, 1 tbsp diced carrots or small broccoli florets (approx. 10 g), 1 tsp cooked rice, 1/2 tsp linseed oil
• Preparation: Boil meat and vegetables until soft and mix with rice, then stir in linseed oil.
• Calories: approx. 200 kcal

Lamb and potato puree

• Ingredients: 120g lamb, 1 small potato (approx. 50g), some chicken stock
• Preparation: Brown the lamb and simmer it gently in broth until tender. Boil the potato, mash it, and mix everything together.
• Calories: approx. 290 kcal

Chicken soup with carrots

• Ingredients: 1 small soup chicken (approx. 150 g), 1 medium carrot (approx. 50 g)
• Preparation: Simmer chicken and carrot in water for about 2 hours, cut chicken into small pieces and puree with the broth.
• Calories: approx. 250 kcal

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Chicken hearts with quark

• Ingredients: 180g chicken hearts, 1 tbsp liver (approx. 10g), 1 tbsp cooked rice (approx. 10g), 1 tsp quark
• Preparation: Lightly fry chicken hearts and liver, then mix with rice and a small spoonful of quark.
• Calories: approx. 264 kcal

Minced meat and beef heart stew

• Ingredients: 100g minced beef, 70g beef heart, 1 small carrot (approx. 25g), 1 tbsp finely chopped spinach (approx. 5g), some meat broth
• Preparation: Lightly fry the minced meat and beef heart, then add the carrot and spinach and simmer in the broth.
• Calories: approx. 360 kcal

Chicken Pumpkin Noodles

• Ingredients: 150g chicken breast, 1 small slice of pumpkin (approx. 25g), 1 tsp cooked mini pasta, 1/2 tsp olive oil
• Preparation: Steam the chicken breast and cut into small pieces, boil the pumpkin until soft and mash. Mix with pasta and olive oil.
• Calories: approx. 200 kcal

Fish and potato mix

• Ingredients: 180 g fish fillet (tuna or salmon), 1/4 small potato (approx. 15 g), 1/4 small carrot (approx. 15 g), 1 tsp cooked rice (approx. 5 g), 1/2 tsp linseed oil
• Preparation: Steam and debone the fish fillet, boil the potato and carrot until soft and mash them. Mix everything with rice and linseed oil.
• Calories: approx. 406 kcal

Chicken and carrot puree

• Ingredients: 100g chicken breast, 1 small carrot (approx. 25g), some chicken broth
• Preparation: Boil chicken breast and carrot in broth until soft, then purée.
• Calories: approx. 120 kcal

Now all that remains is to wish you lots of fun making your own cat food – and your cat a good appetite!