How to Choose the Right Cat Treat

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Step 1:
Choose a flavor you know your cat loves. Some cats love fish while others don't. If you are buying treats for a special need, your cat should love the flavor first.
Step 2:
Vary the texture of the cat treats. If your cat eats a semi-moist cat food, buy him treats that are crunchy. If your cat eats crunchy dry cat food, buy him soft cat treats.
Step 3:
Buy special treats formulated for hairballs if your cat has a problem with hairballs. .
Step 4:
Give your cat special dental treats. Dental treats help control tartar, plaque and bad breath.
Step 5:
Reduce itching and shedding out of season by giving your cat treats for his skin and coat. Special treats are available to nourish your cats skin and coat.
Step 6:
Help kitty's digestion with special grass formulated treats. Outdoor cats will occasionally eat grass for digestion, but if your cat is an indoor cat he isn't getting grass.
Step 7:
Pep up your depressed, sad or just plain lazy cat with special catnip treats. Both you and your cat will enjoy catnip treats; he'll love them because he feels energized and you'll love them because your kitty will entertain you. Beware of giving too much catnip!

Tips & Warnings

Never give your cat treats as a food substitute; treats shouldn't make up more than 10% to 15% of your cats' daily diet.

Resources

Check Petsmart for more information about choosing the right cat treat.

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