Are you one of those cat owners who sees mealtime as an opportunity to bond with your feline friend? If so, you\u2019re not alone. You also want to see that your kitty enjoys the food being fed. But how do you know if your cat finds a particular food enjoyable or just tolerable? Is it even possible to know?<\/p>\n
Our cats don\u2019t use English to tell us what they think about their food. But they certainly will show us what they think of it if we pay attention to their behavior, according to Pam Johnson-Bennett, a certified cat behavior consultant.<\/p>\n
While every cat is a unique individual and may not do all of the following, Johnson-Bennett says these behaviors are typical for cats who like and enjoy their food.<\/p>\n
Does your kitty demonstrate any of these behaviors at mealtime? If yes, great! You\u2019re feeding a food that your cat likes and enjoys. If not, you may want to evaluate how much of the current food your kitty is eating, if symptoms such as vomiting or inactivity are present or if your cat has lost weight. If any of these symptoms \u2014 vomiting, lethargy, reduced appetite or weight loss \u2014 are present, you\u2019ll want to have your cat evaluated by your veterinarian to rule out any health issues. Otherwise, if your cat is healthy, you may want to rethink what food you\u2019re feeding. There just may be a flavor variety that your cat enjoys more. But that said, enjoyment isn\u2019t the most important factor when selecting a cat food. What matters most is that your kitty eats a complete and balanced food, is healthy and<\/em> is at an appropriate weight.<\/p>\n As always, if you have questions about your cat\u2019s nutrition, food or feeding behaviors, please talk with your veterinarian.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n