Diet & Nutrition

We're pet lovers ourselves, and we believe that all pets deserve nutrition that goes beyond industry standards. From advancing the way kibble is made to employing over 400 scientists and nutritionists today, we work hard to push pet nutrition forward for cats everywhere.

Learn more about Our Nutrition Philosophy.

Cats, just like humans, have complex nutritional needs. It can be hard for owners to understand every facet of what their cat needs, but they needn't look beyond their pet food. That's because pet foods provide a 100% complete and balanced diet for pets. At Purina, we study closely what cats eat in the wild, and reflect their natural needs using our quality ingredients. 

To understand your cat's needs, let's look at her physiology:

Immune System

Protein and antioxidants found in Omega-6 fatty acids help support your cat's immune system.

Skin and Coat

Specific amino acids (the building blocks of protein), omega-6 fatty acids and Vitamin E help maintain your cat's shiny coat.

Digestion

Wholesome grains and high-quality protein sources make it easy for your cat to digest the nutrients in her food.

Bones and Teeth

To help support strong bones, cats need calcium and phosphorus.

Vision

Vitamin A and taurine help keep cats' vision sharp.

Take a look at some of our key ingredients.

Protein sources from meat, fish or poultry

Real meat provides the flavors cats love and the high-quality protein they need.

Dietary Fats and Omega Fatty Acids

Energy-rich fats provide essential fatty acids and support the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, E, D and K.  Omega-3 and Omega-6 help support your pet's immune system and have other important biological functions.    

Energy-rich carbohydrates

Wholesome grains help maintain your cat's energy.  Research conducted by Purina scientists has shown that cats can and do readily use carbohydrate sources for energy.

Vitamins and minerals

A mix of vitamins and minerals contribute to a complete and balanced diet, while supporting a healthy immune system and promoting a shiny, healthy coat.

The Good: Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids

Omega-6 fatty acids are found in plant sources, whereas Omega-3 fatty acids are typically found in marine sources. These fatty acids are important components of your cat’s diet and carry out a variety of biological functions, including promoting healthy skin, coat and immune system.

The Bad: Raw Diets

Raw diets may not provide cats with the complete nutrition they need. These diets may also expose cats to the threat of food-borne pathogens.

Cats may enjoy a table scrap or two, but a lot of the time they’ll be uninterested. That’s because most human food doesn’t provide the balanced diet cats need. Treats should be limited to no more than 10% of their total daily calories. Ask your veterinarian if these are ok for your cat. In general, table scraps are not good for your cat and we recommend avoiding them.