Kitten Handbook & More Resources

Changing your cat's food doesn't have to be complicated. Learn how to make food transitions gradually, when you can move faster, how to introduce raw, and what to do when a new kitten isn't eating.

Compare homemade raw, premade raw, freeze-dried, wet, and dry cat food, including processing, moisture, ingredients, convenience, cost, and complete-and-balanced nutrition.

How often should cats eat? Learn how feeding frequency can change from kittenhood to adulthood, why I recommend two meals a day for kittens, and how to create a feeding routine that works for your cat.

Homemade raw can be a wonderful way to feed your cat, but it requires more than raw meat and a recipe. Here's what you should realistically consider before taking on the responsibility of making your cat's food.

Cats don't always drink much water—and that's one reason the moisture in their food matters. Learn about hydration, raw and wet food, water bowls and fountains, and urinary health in cats, especially males.

Want to feed your cat raw but aren't sure whether to make it yourself? Compare homemade and premade raw food, including the time, equipment, nutrition, cost, storage, and responsibility involved with each.

How much food does your cat or kitten actually need? Learn why feeding charts are only a starting point and how to adjust portions based on growth, body condition, activity, appetite, and the food you're feeding.