Chicken is an excellent source of protein, which is essential for growth and development. Additionally, it contains essential nutrients like calcium, vitamin A, B12, folate, niacin, and phosphorus.
Dehydrated chicken is a healthier choice than raw food, as it’s safer and less likely to contain pathogens. Plus, its lower carbohydrate content makes it beneficial for cats with diabetes.
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Chicken is a good source of protein
Chicken is a high-protein meat that can give cats the energy they need to stay healthy and active. Plus, it’s an excellent source of essential vitamins and minerals like B vitamins, zinc, and iron.
Protein is essential for cat health as it helps build and repair muscle tissue, promotes skin and coat health, and aids weight management – particularly in older cats or those recovering from injury. It has even been known to aid weight management in mice!
Chicken is also an excellent source of glucosamine, which may aid in bone growth and maintenance. But before feeding your cat any raw or cooked chicken, be sure to consult a vet first to make sure it’s safe for them.
It is high in fat
Freeze dried chicken is one of the most beloved cat foods available. Not only does it taste delicious, but it’s also nutritious – making it a perfect reward for your furry friend. Plus, this nutritious treat contains important antioxidants like vitamin E and omega 3 fatty acids as well as glucosamine for extra cellular nourishment.
Freeze-drying uses high temperatures to remove water from food, preserving its nutritional value. Furthermore, this process also helps eliminate bacteria from the product, an important benefit in today’s environment. Dehydrated chicken is particularly impressive because it’s low calorie, high protein and high in fat – making it a great option for overweight or obese cats. Plus, using dehydrated food saves money in the long run; on average one human can feed their pet up to one month per year using dehydrated food! Unlike kibble though, preparation of dehydrated food requires minimal cleanup afterward as well.
It is not a complete protein
Chicken may be a tasty treat for many cats, but it does not provide them with all of the protein they require. As such, they could become overweight or experience other health issues due to inadequate nutrition.
Dehydrated food is an ideal alternative for those who do not want their cat eating raw or kibble, as it provides complete and balanced nutrition in a secure manner. Plus, dehydrated food is more cost-effective than raw food and takes up less storage space than its raw counterpart.
Honest Kitchen’s dehydrated cat foods are made with carefully sourced protein and bone broth for your furry friend’s health. Formulated by a veterinarian nutritionist, these recipes are easy to prepare – just add bone broth!
Raw or kibble alternatives don’t need refrigeration and can last months longer than their raw counterparts. Furthermore, the ingredients in pet treats tend to be healthier for your pup as there are no meat meals, feed-grade or GMO ingredients, artificial flavors/colors, corn, wheat or soy products added.
It is not a good source of taurine
Dehydrated chicken for cats often lacks taurine, an essential nutrient needed for various functions in cats, such as brain, nerve, heart, eye, digestion and immunity. Without taurine your furry friend could go crazy!
However, cats do not possess the enzymes that would produce taurine from other amino acids found in meat products such as methionine and cysteine.
To guarantee your cat receives adequate amounts of taurine, introduce high-quality meats and organs into their diet. These include dark poultry (turkey, chicken, duck), organ meats and fish.
Many canned foods contain shellfish, an excellent source of taurine. You could also offer raw whole fish or freeze-dried fish snacks instead. There are also dehydrated recipes with added taurine and bone broth for more protein and moisture levels – created by vet nutritionists with gentle on your cat’s stomach in mind. Plus, these recipes are free from meat meals, feed-grade ingredients, GMO ingredients, artificial flavors or colors and fillers like corn, wheat or soy.
