Kitten\u2019s nutrition and diet is an important factor in its growth and nourishment. Ensure your kitten\u2019s kitten with 8 great tips!<\/p>\n
Cats are adorable. But how adorable are the tiny kittens looking like a miniature that will almost fit your hand? Soft and delicate. As tiny as they look at birth, their weight increases two, sometimes even threefold during the early weeks. It is imperative to see to it that your kitten gets all the nutrition it needs during the early stages.<\/p>\n
Things to remember about your kitten\u2019s nutrition:<\/p>\n
1. Introduce kitten (solid food) from four weeks<\/p>\n
As your kitten reaches 4 weeks of age slowly introduce kitten food along with mother\u2019s milk. Remember, complete weaning might take up to 8 months. Just as any other being, cat\u2019s milk contains all the essential elements required for a kitten\u2019s growth. It is important to see that the kitten food contains the right kind and amount of essential nutrients.
\n2. Protein-rich food:<\/p>\n
Did you know? Kittens need almost the same amount of fats, fatty acids and vitamins as an adult cat. But to support the growth, there is a higher requirement for protein, amino acids, minerals and some vitamins as well. Check if a high protein source is in the ingredients. Make sure the diet is balanced. If you are not sure, Ask a vet<\/a> for assistance.<\/p>\n 3. Dry food:<\/p>\n Slowly introduce dry food weeks after the formula is introduced. Begin with wet food and try introducing dry food, maybe in a diluted or watered-down form. This will help the kitten get familiarized with both dry and wet meals. Remember the transition must be slow. A fast pace might not give enough time for the kitten\u2019s body to adjust and cause irritation in the bowels or diarrhoea.<\/p>\n 4. Multiple feeding sessions: <\/p>\n \n