What is the best wet cat food?

The best wet cat food will be a balanced recipe made for your cat’s specific life stage and lifestyle. Look for complete formulas with real meat ingredients and fewer fillers or artificial ingredients. Your veterinarian should be able to recommend some good options based on your cat’s age, habits and health history.

Do cats need wet cat food every day?

Cats don’t need wet cat food every day, but many vets recommend making it an important part of your cat’s diet. Felines evolved to get hydration from their food rather than from drinking, and wet food can help ensure your cat gets enough water every day. Non-gravy wet foods also tend to be lower in carbohydrates than dry cat foods, so feeding wet food may help your cat maintain a healthy weight, as well. Talk to your vet about the best nutritional choices for your cat and be sure to feed the right amount of food every day.

Does wet cat food need to be refrigerated?

Wet cat food in a can doesn’t need to be refrigerated until after you open it. Refrigerate any unused portion in a sealed container for later use. Some “fresh” or raw wet cat food formulas come refrigerated or frozen, and those should stay refrigerated—or frozen until needed—in a sealed container at all times. Discard any uneaten, unrefrigerated food after 4 hours to prevent food-borne illness in your pet.