Mixed feeding with IAMS – elevate your cat’s nutrition by combining dry & wet food

In the world of cat nutrition, the concept of mixed feeding – combining wet and dry food – is gaining recognition for its numerous benefits. As one of the leading brands committed to the wellbeing of our furry companions, we invite you to explore why mixed feeding can be a game-changer for cats.

When mixing wet and dry cat food, it is beneficial to use two complete foods. Products that are both complete and balanced make it easier to provide a balanced diet to support your cat's health.

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Enhancing your cat's natural behavior with active feeding

Mixing wet and dry food: Palatability meets nutrition

The delicious taste of wet food combined with the crunchy satisfaction of dry kibbles ensure cats receive essential nutrients from both sources.

Serving both textures provides a sensory delight for cats. The savoury wet food ignites their appetite, while the dental benefits of dry kibbles contribute to oral health. It's a holistic approach that caters to both their taste preferences and nutritional needs.

Unlike many other wet cat foods, all our IAMS wet foods are complete and balanced, providing your cat with all the essential nutrients it needs. This means that if you choose to feed only IAMS wet food, your cat will still get everything it needs to stay healthy.

Nevertheless, the combination with dry food offers additional benefits and variety.

Wet food for cats as a hydration boost

It may not be a surprise, but wet food can provide additional support when cats drink little, which is particularly important in warm temperatures or for maintaining urinary tract health. Its high moisture content contributes significantly to a cat's daily hydration needs, which is especially beneficial for cats prone to urinary issues or those who prefer drier kibble.

However, our specially formulated dry food is also designed to support urinary health and plays an important role in a balanced diet, providing essential nutrients and benefits. Both wet and dry food can deliver the necessary nutrients your cat needs for overall health.

Tailored nutritional variety for your cat

A diverse nutrient profile is always beneficial. Dry food typically contains higher concentrations of proteins and fats, whereas wet food consists of up to 80% water. Combined, they create a balanced diet that mirrors a cat's natural dietary preferences. However, it's important to note that mixing wet and dry food is not essential for achieving balanced nutrition.

Weight management with mixed feeding

The combination of wet and dry food can be a strategic tool for weight management. Wet food has a higher moisture content, which helps control portion sizes due to its lower calorie density compared to dry food. The crunchy texture of dry kibbles promotes dental health, encourages slower eating, and helps prevent overconsumption. It's important to note that cats are often overfed with dry kibbles because, in comparison to wet food, less quantities of dry food are required to meet their nutritional needs. This can lead to weight management issues if portion sizes are not carefully monitored.

Enhancing your cat's natural behavior with active feeding

In addition to nutritional considerations, it is important to take your cat's natural behavior into account. Cats instinctively tend to eat many small meals throughout the day and night. Ensuring this with wet food alone can be quite challenging and hygienically difficult.

In addition, many cats suffer from boredom. Active feeding, where your cat is kept busy with food, can enrich their daily routine. Dry food lends itself particularly well to this approach as it can be used with various interactive feeding methods such as toys, balls, throwing games and food puzzles. This not only provides your cat with entertainment, but also promotes their physical and mental well-being.

IAMS recognizes the high value of mixed-feeding, crafting a range of wet and dry food options that cater to the diverse, natural needs and preferences of cats. Check out our IAMS products to elevate your cat’s nutrition by combining wet and dry food.