Cat food
Food for fussy cats
Tempting food for fussy and picky cats from Royal Canin and Purina Pro Plan.
Same day in the metros
Free metro delivery from R500
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About food for fussy cats
Cats are famously particular. Smell matters most to them, followed by texture and temperature, which is why a cat can happily eat one food and ignore another. Food for fussy cats is made to be extra tempting, with strong aromas and a choice of textures such as chunks in jelly, morsels in gravy or crunchy kibble. Rotating textures can help too. A cat that stops eating for more than a day needs a vet visit, because going without food can quickly make a cat ill. The Dog Food App stocks fussy-eater food from Royal Canin and Purina Pro Plan. Browse the range below, or see all our cat food.
Tips for a fussy cat
- Serve wet food at room temperature, not straight from the fridge.
- Use a wide, shallow bowl and keep it clean; many cats dislike their whiskers touching the sides.
- Feed in a quiet spot, away from the litter tray and other pets.
- Introduce a new food slowly, mixing it with the old one over 7 to 10 days.
Fussy cat FAQs
How long can a cat go without eating?
Not long. A cat that eats nothing for more than 24 hours should see a vet, because fasting can lead to serious liver problems in cats.
Should I keep changing my cat's food?
Offering a few textures your cat enjoys is fine, but changing food often can make fussiness worse and upset the tummy. Find two or three your cat likes and stick with them.
The Dog Food App offers: get 35% off your first Autoship order (up to R400), then 5% off every Autoship delivery after that. Delivery is free from R500 in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town and Durban (from R750 to other main hubs and R1,000 elsewhere), with same-day delivery in those four metros on orders placed by 10am. See our latest specials.
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