Cat Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Nature's Recipe® cat food special?
- What is the history of Nature's Recipe® in creating innovative diets to meet the special needs of cat owners?
- What kind of natural preservatives are used in Nature's Recipe® cat foods?
- Do you make a vegetarian food for cats?
- Do you have a unique protein source formula for cats?
- My cat is used to eating Nature's Recipe® Adult Chicken Meal & Rice Recipe. Do Nature's Recipe® Hairball Control, Weight Control, and Urinary System Recipes have the same excellent taste?
- What are the benefits of feeding my cat Nature's Recipe® Urinary System Recipe?
- My cat has not had problems with hairballs in the past. Should I consider using Nature's Recipe® Hairball Control Recipe now?
- At what age should a cat start to eat a senior diet?
- How do you recommend feeding a cat that is on a special diet in a multi-cat household?
- What is the shelf life of Nature's Recipe® cat products?
- What kind of guarantee do you offer with these diets?
- Can I order directly from you?
ABOUT NATURE’S RECIPE® CAT FOOD:
Q.) What makes Nature's Recipe® cat food special?
A.) Nature's Recipe® cat food has created a line of great-tasting recipes that specifically avoid ingredients that can lead to food intolerance. Unlike many other premium cat foods, Nature’s Recipe® cat food never uses beef or wheat. We only us highly digestible ingredients – proteins like chicken and rabbit, carbohydrates like rice – plus the right combination of vitamins, mineral and essential nutrients. To enhance flavor, we use natural ingredients like meat broths and salmon oil. And, when the benefits of fiber are needed, we use natural sources from green peas and tomatoes.
And because it’s Nature’s Recipe® cat food, you won’t find a single artificial preservative, flavor or color. Nature's Recipe® uses protein and fat that are preserved with mixed tocopherols, not synthetic preservatives.
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Q.) What is the history of Nature's Recipe® in creating innovative diets to meet the special needs of cat owners?
A.) Originally, our diets were created as all-natural, home-cooked meals to meet the special needs of pets with life-threatening allergies to common pet food ingredients. This experience inspired us to develop a special line of diets so pet owners could have access to natural pet foods for special needs. The result was Nature's Recipe®, the first company to approach pet health through an all-natural scientific regimen. A few of our innovations for cats include:
- First to use a blend of chicken, salmon and vegetable oils to provide Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids for healthy skin and soft, lustrous coats
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Q.) What kind of natural preservatives are used in Nature's Recipe® cat foods?
A.) Nature's Recipe® cat food does not use any chemical preservatives, such as ethoxyquin, BHA, or BHT. It is naturally preserved with mixed tocopherols.
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Q.) Do you make a vegetarian food for cats?
A.) Cats, unlike humans or dogs, are strict carnivores and have very high protein requirements. They do not require plant products in their diet. For example, cats do not have a strict requirement for carbohydrates and can't utilize beta-carotene as a source of vitamin A. For this reason we have not developed a vegetarian formula for cats.
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Q.) Do you have a unique protein source formula for cats?
A.) We offer a canned Rabbit & Rice formula that contains a unique protein source (rabbit). Since many cats have not had rabbit meat, this may work for cats who have developed sensitivities to traditional protein sources.
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ABOUT OUR CAT FOOD RECIPES:
Q.) My cat is used to eating Nature's Recipe® Adult Chicken Meal & Rice Recipe. Do Nature's Recipe® Hairball Control, Weight Control, and Urinary System Recipes have the same excellent taste?
A.)
Yes! Our studies have shown that cats love the taste of these products, so you can be assured your cat will receive all the taste and nutrition he is used to, plus the added benefits built into these formulas.
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Q.) What are the benefits of feeding my cat Nature's Recipe® Urinary System Formula?
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House cats are particularly susceptible to urinary system problems, especially if they are spayed or neutered. Nature's Recipe® Urinary System Formula provides a complete and balanced diet with selected protein meals and mineral sources. This helps ensure that your cat does not receive excess levels of protein and minerals, known to be contributing factors to urinary health problems. To further ensure the effectiveness of Nature's Recipe® Urinary System Formula, always provide your cat with plenty of fresh water.
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Q.) My cat has not had problems with hairballs in the past. Should I consider using Nature's Recipe® Hairball Control Formula now?
A.)
Even though your cat currently does not experience hairball problems, you may want to feed Nature's Recipe® Hairball Control to prevent hairballs from forming in the future. All cats groom themselves daily, even more frequently during the transition from winter to summer coats. And since Nature's Recipe® Hairball Recipe is made with the same high-quality ingredients as our Lifestages products, your cat will get the same great taste he already enjoys.
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ABOUT FEEDING NATURE’S RECIPE® CAT FOOD:
Q.) At what age should a cat start to eat a senior diet?
A.)
There is not a set age range established for feeding a senior diet. Typically, a senior diet is recommended by your veterinarian to address subtle changes in you cat's blood results that can be managed with a diet that is reduced in certain nutrients.
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Q.) How do you recommend feeding a cat that is on a special diet in a multi-cat household?
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Unfortunately, the best recommendation is to feed this cat separately from the other cats and keep the other food away from the cat on the special diet. This is difficult in multi-cat households, but can be accomplished with meal feeding as opposed to leaving the food out all of the time.
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Q.) What is the shelf life of Nature's Recipe® cat products?
A.) Nature's Recipe® dry cat food products have a shelf-life of 18 months from the date of production and treat products have a shelf-life of 12 months from the date of production. Once opened, the product should be good for the time it takes the pet to consume the bag. We recommend the product be stored, tightly sealed, in a cool, dry place. The production code on the bag includes a Best Before Date for your convenience.
Nature's Recipe® canned product has a shelf-life of three years from the date of production. Once opened, it should be covered and stored in the refrigerator, and used within three to four days. The production code on the can includes a Best Before Date. This is located on the bottom of the can.
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Q.) What kind of guarantee do you offer with these diets?
A.) All Nature's Recipe® products come with a 100% money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with our product, you may return it to the store for a refund or an exchange.
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Q.) Can I order directly from you?
A.) We do not have the ability to sell our products directly; however, Nature's Recipe® products are sold nationally through PetSmart, Pet Supplies Plus, and Petco in the U.S., as well as through other independent pet specialty stores. To locate a store in your area that carries Nature's Recipe®, you can use our Store Locator feature, or call 1-800-237-3856 and choose option 1. The recording will ask you to enter your ZIP Code. Next, the recording will pause while it searches and then will give the name, address, and phone number of the store nearest you. If you wish to have the food delivered to your home, you may want to visit one of our online e-Tailers.
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