WHY OPT FOR FRESH CAT FOOD?

There are numerous benefits in feeding your cat with complete & balanced fresh food consisting of raw or cooked meat. As a matter of fact, a cat fed with such biologically appropriate diet shall benefit from all of the following:

ENHANCED VITALITY

A diet mainly composed of fresh meat and organs provides essential amino acids, minerals, and vitamins in a natural form. The presence of amino acids in quality meat contributes to the cat muscular mass development and ensures strong muscles, ligaments, and tendons.

IMPROVED GLOBAL HEALTH

Fresh quality food, combined to an optimal weight control, will contribute to improve the pet’s global health and longevity

BETTER DIGESTION

Fresh meat contains highly digestible nutrients and a significant biological value. The cat energy level is improved due to the proper digestion of fresh ingredients. Stools will likely be smaller and firmer, since fresh and unprocessed food is far better absorbed by their organism. Hence, discharges tend to be decreased.

BEAUTIFUL COAT AND HEALTHIER SKIN

The enhanced coat aspect becomes silky and shiny, thanks to the presence of omega-3 fatty acids. Skin irritation tends to decrease and minimizes allergic reactions.

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INGREDIENTS AND RECIPES

Homemade cat food is a meal that a pet owner prepares by mixing all the required ingredients, consisting of raw or cooked boneless meat, organs, and fruits & vegetables (and supplements).

Even though this may involve a certain amount of time and energy (especially if you’re preparing portions for several weeks), this fresh food diet offers you more freedom (compared to commercial premade formulas). But don’t you worry, they are simpler to prepare than you think!

Here is the list of ingredients that we can find in fresh cat diet. However, you must note that most homemade rations often lead to nutritional deficiencies, namely in terms of vitamin D, vitamin E, choline, zinc, copper, manganese, and more. Hence, it is essential to add supplements, such as the Karbur powder supplement, that contains all the essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, and developed to meet the specific needs of each cat life stage and correct the deficiencies often found in homemade cat recipes.

THE BEST INGREDIENTS FOR YOUR CAT

87% MEAT *

Meat

Beef, pork, chicken, turkey, horse, fish, lamb, duck, rabbit, etc.

It is recommended to choose meat with a % of protein equivalent or higher than the % of fat.

10% ORGANS

Organs

Heart, liver**, lungs, kidney, tripe, gizzard, pancreas, etc.

3% FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

Fruits & vegetables

Apple, blueberry, raspberry, strawberry, cranberry, melon, mango, pear, spinach, kale, carrot, bell pepper, cucumber, squash, zucchini, pumpkin, sweet potato, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, green beans, etc.***

* Should you use the Karbur cat powder supplement in your homemade ration, it is mandatory that you use boneless meat, since our supplement contains enough calcium and phosphorus.

**Exercise care and caution when you feed your cat with liver, as it must not exceed 50% of the organ daily ration. It is recommended to combine the daily organ ration (10%) with 5% liver only and 5% of any other organ. As a matter of fact, an excess amount of liver can lead to hypervitaminosis A.

*** Fruits & vegetables to avoid: Grapes, peach, cherry, nectarine, apricot, rhubarb, citrus fruits, onions, garlic, mushroom, raw potato, avocado, tomato stem and leaf, chives, shallots, leek, etc.

PREPARATION METHOD

Validate your cat’s recommended daily ration

Prepare the meat you will serve (thawed, raw or cooked)

Prepare the organs (thawed, raw or cooked)

Prepare the selected fruits & vegetables (preferably raw, juiced or crushed)

Measure the meat quantity (with a scale) so it represents 87% of the daily ration, then place in a bowl

Measure the organ quantity so it represents 10% of the daily ration, then mix with the meat

Measure the fruit & vegetable blend so it represents 3% of the daily ration, then mix with meat and organs

Should you use the Karbur cat powder supplement, please refer to the indicated daily dosage based on your cat’s age, weight and energy level, then pour the supplement in the ration mix

Stir well and serve!

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DAILY RATIONS

You will find below the Karbur food daily ration charts for your cat, based on their age, weight, and activity level.

Kitten Daily Rations

We recommend you to feed your kitten twice a day (morning & night) (even three times a day, if possible) until your kitten is at least 6 months old. By doing so, it will protect them as much as possible from any episode of hypoglycemia.

Cat Daily Rations (Karbur beef)
Cat Daily Rations (Karbur chicken)
Cat Daily Rations (Karbur pork)
Cat Daily Rations (Karbur turkey)
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THE TRANSITION

Even though most cats can easily switch from commercial cat food (kibbles, cans, etc.) to fresh cat food (with raw or cooked meat), others might need a transition period. Should your cat have a sensitive digestive system, you may fast them for 12 hours or less before introducing the new diet.

Before initiating the transition, we recommend you to book an appointment with your vet to check on your cat’s health. Furthermore, kitten (regardless of their age) should not fast at all.

We recommend first trying an easily digestible protein, such as chicken, turkey, or duck, and slightly cooking it (if possible). After a few days, you can slowly introduce raw food until the transition process is completed (which normally lasts 7-10 days). Then, you can include other types of meat. Otherwise, your cat may remain on a cooked-meat homemade diet, if you prefer. Consequently, you must ensure that this is boneless meat.

When introduced to fresh food, some cats may go through a transition phase and experience certain symptoms, especially for cats with a sensitive digestive system or that were previously fed with commercial food. Kitten and younger cats generally adapt more easily to dietary changes.

Through the transition phase, your cat may experience the following symptoms:

  • Loose stools with or without mucus
  • Diarrhea or constipation
  • Eye discharge
  • Vomiting
  • Lethargy
  • Temporary loss of appetite
These are indications that your cat’s digestive system is adapting to a new diet and that their organism is disposing of toxins accumulated over time. Such symptoms should disappear after 2 weeks.

Please note that these symptoms may be mild or even non-existent However, if you notice any change in your cat’s behavior, global health, or worsening symptoms, please consult immediately your veterinarian.

We recommend you to keep a cat diet journal so you can note what your cat enjoys eating (or not) and which ingredient might lead to allergic reactions or digestive disorders.

GUIDELINES FOR USE AND PRECAUTIONS

  • Store meat & organs in the freezer until ready to use
  • Thaw in the refrigerator or in cool water for 15 minutes
  • Clean utensils and preparation surfaces before and after the ration handling and processing steps
  • Wash your hands after each cat food manipulation

Please note that the information contained on this website is strictly for educational and informative purposes. It does in no way replace a veterinarian professional advice and does not constitute a medical diagnosis or treatment.