2. Always opt for good quality food:
Many budget cat food brands use low-cost fillers, meat by-products, and artificial preservatives to reduce production costs. While this lowers the price at checkout, it can significantly increase your long-term veterinary expenses.
Low-quality cat food is commonly linked to:
- Chronic kidney disease
- Obesity and diabetes
- Digestive disorders and food intolerances
- Dental disease and gum infections
- Urinary tract problems
- Weakened immune system
These conditions often require:
- Prescription cat food
- Long-term medications
- Repeated veterinary visits
- Blood tests and diagnostic imaging
- Emergency care in severe cases
Veterinarians frequently recommend premium or prescription diets for cats showing early signs of diet-related illness. While higher-quality food costs more upfront, it can reduce future medical bills and pet insurance claims.
From a financial and medical perspective, feeding premium nutrition is often less expensive than treating preventable disease.
