Best Cat Food For Sphynx Cats
Welcome to our review for the best food for Sphynx cats.
I think you would have to agree that as far as cats go, the Sphynx cat is probably the most different looking cat of all. Because they have not hair, people tend to assume that their dietary requirements are very different from other cats. The truth is that although it looks very different the nutritional requirements for the Sphynx cat is very similar to all other cats. Sphynx cats will consume more food than your average cat. This is due to a higher metabolic rate. They don’t have a coat and so they need this to keep themselves warm.
Essentially the Sphynx cat is a carnivore that requires a significant amount of protein for good health. Because they are carnivores, the type of protein they benefit from the most is animal type protein.
The one area that you need to watch out for is the skin. Typically, skin oils on cats is a good thing. It can help to keep their coat soft and healthy but Sphynx cats don’t have a coat and so care needs to be taken to with excess skin oil that can clog and block pores that can result in skin issues. As a general rule, the better the quality of the food you serve your Sphynx cat, the less chance you have of any skin issues occurring. In this article, I have compiled a list of my top 6 recommended foods for Sphynx cats that should help to keep your feline friend healthy and happy.
For more information on keeping your Sphynx Cat healthy click here.
Our Top Cat Food Picks For Sphynx Cats
Here is a summary of all the different foods we researched in this article. Always, consult your vet before changing your cat’s diet.
# 1
Nom Nom Chicken Cuisine
Sold directly and only from Nom Nom. This is the Rolls Royce of pet food. They prepare their own food using healthy ingredients specially formulated for cats and dogs. They are not the cheapest but if you want the best for your cat then this is the one to pick. One thing to keep in mind is that this is subscription service and so you need to plan ahead to ensure you have enough supply. It only claims second place due to having a lower level of protein.
Nutritional Information
- Protein: 18.0%
- Fat 3%
- Fiber 0.8%
- Moisture 73%
Top 5 Ingredients
Chicken thigh, chicken breast, chicken liver, carrots, spinach.
# 2
Wellness Complete Health Pate Chicken Entree
Your cat is will surely appreciate the protein-rich nutrition of the Wellness Complete Health Pate Chicken Entree Grain-Free Canned Cat Food. Every bite contains valuable vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to keep your cat healthy and happy.
Nutritional Information
- Protein: 10.5% in
- Fat 7.0% min
- Fiber 1.0% max
- Moisture 78% max
Top 5 Ingredients
Chicken, Chicken Liver, Turkey, Chicken Broth, Carrots.
# 3
Ziwi Peak Air-Dried Mackerel & Lamb Recipe Cat Food
Your cat will love Ziwi Peak Air-Dried Mackerel & Lamb Recipe Cat Food. Packed with vitamins and minerals that your cat will love as well as great taste. New Zealand is renowned for quality and your feline friend will certainly appreciate this. Ziwi used a gentle twin-stage air-drying process, they naturally preserve all the ingredients, which also eliminates pathogenic bacteria. Because there’s no need for preservatives, sugars and glycerines, the food is safe, clean and easy to handle. In fact, it’s just as nutritious and digestible as a completely raw diet, in the convenient form of air dried.
Nutritional Information
- 43Protein: 28.0% min
- Fat 25.0% min
- Fiber 2.0% max
- Moisture 14.0% max
Calories per kilo: 4800
Food Form: Dry Food
Top 5 Ingredients
Mackerel, Lamb, Lamb Heart, Lamb Tripe, Lamb Liver
# 4
Hill's Science Diet Adult Healthy Cuisine Roasted Chicken & Rice Medley
This is a very popular food both with cat owners and also with their cats. Cats seem to love the taste of this food. For our cat, we sometimes will mix some of this food with dry food and she seems to really love it. The small cans are ideal as they are the perfect size to prevent the food from going off. A piece of aluminium to cover the can is a great way to keep it fresh instead of trying to reseal it with the original can lid. This food comes highly recommended by vets and is only in last place because of the price but if you can afford it, it is a great food for your cat and it also provides some great fluids in the form of chicken broth.
Nutritional Information
- Protein: 5.5% min
- Fat 3.0% min
- Fiber 2.0% max
- Moisture 85.0% max
Calories per kilo: 2327
Food Form: Wet Food
Top 5 Ingredients
Chicken Broth, Chicken, Pork Liver, Carrots, Rice
# 5
Royal Canin Feline Care Nutrition Oral Care
This product consists of pellets that are engineered to help remove plaque from cat’s teeth as they bite into the food. Cats seem to really like the flavour of this food. The bag has a good quality seal that can be used to keep the product fresh after opening. Despite it being a dry cat food it contains a significant amount of moisture.
Nutritional Information
- Protein: 28.0%
- Fat 13%
- Fiber 6.7%
- Moisture 10.5%
Food Form: Dry Food
Top 5 Ingredients
Chicken Meal, Corn, Brewers Rice, Chicken Fat, Wheat Gluten, Pea Fiber
# 6
Blue Buffalo Wilderness Dry Cat Food
Cat’s love the taste of fish so they’ll love the taste of this one. Being a dry food it is a convenient way to store a large amount of food. This product is packed with quality protein that your cat will love. The protein in this product comes from salmon which is a high quality protein. The product is grain free which is important to keep the carbohydrates low. All the ingredients used in this food are top quality and it is is made in the USA!
Nutritional Information
- Protein: 40.0%
- Fat 18.0%
- Fiber 4.0%
- Moisture 9.0%
Calories per kilo: 3850
Food Form: Dry Food
Top 5 Ingredients
Salmon, chicken, peas, fish, chicken fat.
Food Information About Sphynx Cats
Water Consumption
Sphynx cats have a special relationship with water. Because they have no coat, they require washing around once per week to remove excess skin oil. When it comes to drinking water, the approach is the same as any other cat. Cat’s require fresh drinking water that should be refreshed regularly. Typically, cats don’t like to drink in the same area that they eat so it is recommended that water is not placed next to the food bowl.
Homemade Food and Raw Meat Diet
With careful planning you can prepare your cat’s food yourself. You need to consider the special needs for your cat which for Sphynx cats, it is mostly to make sure they eat enough protein and also provide them with enough calories since they require a little more food than the average cat. All while still making sure to not over feed your cat. When preparing their food, make sure you don’t use any ingredients that are bad for cats. For a list of some of the more common things that a cat can’t eat check out this link.
Food Allergies
Although Sphynx cats don’t have any specific allergies, you should still be vigilant for anything that could be affecting your cat. In the case of the Sphynx cat, skin irritations are easily detected due to the lack of hair. You should remember that any cat can develop an allergy or intolerance so alway be watchful.
Diet Plan
As a general rule, it is best to feed your cat a combination of wet and dry foods. Sometimes these foods can be mixed together to provide them with some variety. If your cat eats mostly wet food, make sure to also provide some dry food at least 3 times per week to help with keeping their teeth healthy.
Protein
As with most cats, protein is one of the most important components of a good cat diet. Ideally most of the protein should come from animal protein as it mimics the type of protein they would be consuming in the wild.
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates is another component of a healthy diet. You need to take care to not include too many carbohydrates as this can lead to weight gain. Try to use common sense here. Consult your vet on the ideal weight for your cat and then regulate the amount of food to keep that weight.
Wet vs Dry Food
A combination of wet and dry food is recommended with dry food being provided at least 3 times per week to help in keeping their teeth clean. When they bite into the dry food, it can help to scratch away plaque buildup on their teeth.
Human Foods
Ideally, you should keep human food away from all cats. Some of the most innocent looking food can be fatal to your cat so the best advice is to keep all human food away from them. Unless you are following a home-made cat food recipe from a trusted source, you should stick to commercially available cat food as it has been cleared for consumption. Some of the things that are dangerous to cats can be found here.
What not to feed your Sphynx Cat.
There are too many items to list here but we have compiled a list of some of the most common items that are dangerous to cats here.
How Many Calories Should Sphynx Cats Consume?
Calorie intake for Phynx cats can be a bit more complicated because of their high metabolic rate. With wet food, we recommend around 4-6oz of wet food. Dry food will be different as the moisture content will vary from product to product. Keep an eye on your cat and they will tell you when they’ve had enough. With dry food, I always make sure that there is a small amount of food pellets 4-6 so that they always have enough to eat to keep themselves warm. Your cat will let you know if you are not feeding them enough. More importantly, alway make sure that there is no excessive amounts of left over food after they finish eating. This could suggest that you are over feeding your cat. If unsure, always check with you local vet which will give you a specific calorie intake plan for your cat based, on things such as age, weight, sex, etc.
Conclusion
It’s important to regularly monitor the balance of food, and consult your vet if you are unsure. The calories needed for to keep your Sphynx cat healthy, need to be worked out from what they eat AND how much exercise that cat has each day! You can help to maintain a healthy cat by starting out with a good quality food that is going to give them all the nutrients they need. Your cat will love you for it and they are so worth it!
