Freeze-Dried & Dehydrated Cat Food
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Balanced nutrition is the key to keeping your cat healthy. If you're looking for a nutrient-dense option that's full of flavor and easy to serve, consider freeze-dried cat food. It's a shelf-stable option typically made with high-quality, natural ingredients that can be fed as-is or softened with water. Choose from nutritionally complete recipes or freeze-dried meal toppers to make your cat's everyday diet a little more enticing. When shopping for freeze-dried cat food, here are some factors to consider:
Always exercise caution when handling raw food, including freeze-dried cat food. Freeze-dried raw food isn't appropriate for every cat, so consult your veterinarian before changing your cat's diet. Keep in mind that freeze-dried food is very nutrient- and calorie-dense, so your cat's ideal portion may be smaller than with other foods. You can find nutritional information and feeding recommendations on the package. Don't forget to add your cat's favorite recipe to your Chewy Autoship so their bowl will never go empty.
Freeze-dried cat food is a type of cat food that is quickly frozen and placed in a vacuum chamber to remove moisture. It's generally made from raw ingredients, though some formulas are cooked prior to freeze-drying.
Yes, freeze-dried food can be good for cats, as long as it's nutritionally complete and balanced according to your cat's individual needs. Keep in mind that many freeze-dried recipes are raw, so follow safe food handling practices to reduce the risk of transmitting food-borne pathogens.
Freeze-dried cat food can be left out in the package for 12-24 months unopened or for up to 4 weeks once opened, ideally in a cool, dry place. Outside the package, with or without rehydration, freeze-dried food should be consumed or discarded within two hours.
Depending on the product, you can generally serve freeze-dried cat food as-is or mix it with water to rehydrate it first. Measure out your cat's portion while the product is dry before adding liquid, then let it soak until it reaches the consistency your cat prefers.
You don't necessarily need to add water to freeze-dried cat food, but it helps improve the texture. Freeze-dried cat food is very low in moisture, so adding water also helps meet your cat's needs for hydration.
Freeze-dried cat food is shelf-stable, so you can store it in the original packaging in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration isn't necessary unless the product has been rehydrated, in which case it should be consumed or discarded within 3-5 days.
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