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Discover our wide range of speciality foods that are specifically tailored to the needs of your feline friend. If your cat has recently been prescribed a special diet, you can find the right dietetic food by searching for the relevant sensitivity.

General advice:

  • It is recommended to seek the advice of a vet before use.
  • Whilst feeding a dietetic food, you should visit your vet regularly for check-ups.
  • If your cat's health deteriorates, you must seek veterinary advice immediately.

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Important information: Please consult your vet before feeding your pet with a therapeutic veterinary or specialist diet. You should take your pet to the vet for a check-up every 6 months. Should your pet's health worsen while using this product, please seek veterinary advice immediately. Should your pet's health worsen while using this product, please seek veterinary advice immediately. By adding this product to your basket you confirm that you have read and understood the above information.

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Vet Diets for Cats

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Veterinarian Dr. med. vet. Franziska G. explains: Vet Cat Food

"Veterinary cat food is food specifically developed for cats that is used to treat or prevent certain diseases. Generally, vet cat food is a complete food, which means that it can completely replace the cat's current food. The nutrients contained in this veterinary cat food are tailored to the particular condition of the cat.

Vet cat food is recommended or prescribed by a vet, usually only after a diagnosis has been made. Therefore, when feeding vet cat food to your cat, it is always important that you follow the feeding instructions from the vet." 

This content is a translation of the original text published on zooplus.de, created by Veterinarian Dr. med. vet. Franziska G., in collaboration with our editorial team. The information provided is for general guidance only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your vet if you have any concerns about your pet’s health or wellbeing.    

Veterinarian Dr. med. vet. Franziska G. explains: Vet Cat Food

"Veterinary cat food is food specifically developed for cats that is used to treat or prevent certain diseases. Generally, vet cat food is a complete food, which means that it can completely replace the cat's current food. The nutrients contained in this veterinary cat food are tailored to the particular condition of the cat.

Vet cat food is recommended or prescribed by a vet, usually only after a diagnosis has been made. Therefore, when feeding vet cat food to your cat, it is always important that you follow the feeding instructions from the vet." 

This content is a translation of the original text published on zooplus.de, created by Veterinarian Dr. med. vet. Franziska G., in collaboration with our editorial team. The information provided is for general guidance only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your vet if you have any concerns about your pet’s health or wellbeing.    

What should be considered when using vet food for cats?

Vet food for cats can be used to support treatment, but it does not replace holistic care. Veterinary cat food should therefore be seen as a supplementary measure. For the duration of feeding the vet food to your cat, the vet should be regularly monitoring it. This is important to ensure that the food achieves the desired effect and is tolerated well by your cat. 

What should be considered when using vet food for cats?

Vet food for cats can be used to support treatment, but it does not replace holistic care. Veterinary cat food should therefore be seen as a supplementary measure. For the duration of feeding the vet food to your cat, the vet should be regularly monitoring it. This is important to ensure that the food achieves the desired effect and is tolerated well by your cat. 

What effect does vet food have on cats?

Vet cat food is a targeted diet tailored to the individual needs of your sick cat. Vet food for cats can therefore have the following advantages:

  • Weight reduction due to fewer calories and increased feeling of satiety
  • Support of kidney function or prevention of bladder stones by regulating pH and mineral content
  • Promotion of digestion by using easily digestible ingredients and lots of fibre
  • Promotion of skin health due to high content of omega-3 fatty acids
  • Stabilisation of blood sugar levels with a selected carbohydrate content 

What effect does vet food have on cats?

Vet cat food is a targeted diet tailored to the individual needs of your sick cat. Vet food for cats can therefore have the following advantages:

  • Weight reduction due to fewer calories and increased feeling of satiety
  • Support of kidney function or prevention of bladder stones by regulating pH and mineral content
  • Promotion of digestion by using easily digestible ingredients and lots of fibre
  • Promotion of skin health due to high content of omega-3 fatty acids
  • Stabilisation of blood sugar levels with a selected carbohydrate content 

What vet food is available for cats?

What vet food is available for cats?

What ingredients can vet cat food contain?

Depending on the composition, veterinary cat food can have different effects on your cat's body. The following table summarises some of the most commonly used ingredients

Ingredient
Fibre
Possible health benefit
Fibre such as pea fibre can help digestion, increase the feeling of satiety and stabilise blood sugar levels.
Ingredient
L-carnitine
Possible health benefit
The amino acid L-carnitine can contribute to weight loss and support heart muscle function.
Ingredient
Salmon oil
Possible health benefit
Salmon oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as EPA and DHA, which have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Ingredient
Prebiotics and probiotics
Possible health benefit
Prebiotics and probiotics can strengthen your cat's natural intestinal microbiome, which is important for healthy digestion.
Ingredient
Taurine
Possible health benefit
The essential amino acid taurine not only contributes to strengthening the immune system — it also regulates blood pressure and is believed to support the cardiovascular system.
Ingredient
Possible health benefit
Fibre
Fibre such as pea fibre can help digestion, increase the feeling of satiety and stabilise blood sugar levels.
L-carnitine
The amino acid L-carnitine can contribute to weight loss and support heart muscle function.
Salmon oil
Salmon oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as EPA and DHA, which have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Prebiotics and probiotics
Prebiotics and probiotics can strengthen your cat's natural intestinal microbiome, which is important for healthy digestion.
Taurine
The essential amino acid taurine not only contributes to strengthening the immune system — it also regulates blood pressure and is believed to support the cardiovascular system.

What ingredients can vet cat food contain?

Depending on the composition, veterinary cat food can have different effects on your cat's body. The following table summarises some of the most commonly used ingredients

Ingredient
Fibre
Possible health benefit
Fibre such as pea fibre can help digestion, increase the feeling of satiety and stabilise blood sugar levels.
Ingredient
L-carnitine
Possible health benefit
The amino acid L-carnitine can contribute to weight loss and support heart muscle function.
Ingredient
Salmon oil
Possible health benefit
Salmon oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as EPA and DHA, which have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Ingredient
Prebiotics and probiotics
Possible health benefit
Prebiotics and probiotics can strengthen your cat's natural intestinal microbiome, which is important for healthy digestion.
Ingredient
Taurine
Possible health benefit
The essential amino acid taurine not only contributes to strengthening the immune system — it also regulates blood pressure and is believed to support the cardiovascular system.
Ingredient
Possible health benefit
Fibre
Fibre such as pea fibre can help digestion, increase the feeling of satiety and stabilise blood sugar levels.
L-carnitine
The amino acid L-carnitine can contribute to weight loss and support heart muscle function.
Salmon oil
Salmon oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as EPA and DHA, which have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Prebiotics and probiotics
Prebiotics and probiotics can strengthen your cat's natural intestinal microbiome, which is important for healthy digestion.
Taurine
The essential amino acid taurine not only contributes to strengthening the immune system — it also regulates blood pressure and is believed to support the cardiovascular system.

Is veterinary cat food good for cats?

Vet food for cats can be a useful aid in the treatment of certain feline health problems. In order for it to have a positive effect, it is important that you use it according to your vet's recommendations. 

Is veterinary cat food good for cats?

Vet food for cats can be a useful aid in the treatment of certain feline health problems. In order for it to have a positive effect, it is important that you use it according to your vet's recommendations.