Why Science Says Cat Food Wins Over Home Cooking

When it comes to feeding our beloved feline companions, many pet parents consider switching to home-cooked meals out of love, concern, budget, or a desire for natural living. While the sentiment is admirable, science tells us that professionally formulated cat food, whether dry, wet, or gravy-based, remains the gold standard in feline nutrition.

Let’s explore the facts, bust common myths, and understand why cat food is the smarter, safer, and more balanced choice, especially when compared to homemade meals.

Scientifically Balanced Nutrition Beyond the Kitchen

Professionally formulated cat nutrition food is designed to meet all felines’ dietary needs, from essential amino acids like taurine to the right mix of proteins, fats, and vitamins. In contrast, home-cooked meals often fall short on critical nutrients, which can lead to deficiencies, especially in kittens who need nutrient-dense food during development.

Fun Fact – Studies show that over 90% of home-prepared pet meals are nutritionally imbalanced or incomplete without expert input.

The Science of Bowl – Tailored for Every Life Stage

Whether you’re raising a playful kitten or caring for a senior cat, commercial cat food offers options tailored to age and life stage.

• Kitten food: Rich in DHA for brain development, easily digestible.
• Adult cat food: Supports immunity, energy, and urinary health.
• Senior cat food: Low in fat, supports joint and kidney health.
• Homemade meals often lack this level of precision and nutrition.

Meow-worthy Meals with Cat Favourite Flavours

From mackerel gravy to ocean fish cat food, commercial brands offer delicious, nutrient-packed meals your cat will love, without sacrificing health. Popular picks like cat dry food and wet food give you the benefits of variety and flavour without worrying about ingredient safety or correct cooking methods.

Tested for Safety and Quality

Manufactured cat food is tested for safety and quality. Especially a brand like Purrfeto, which is backed by over 160 years of Allana Group expertise, our cat food is crafted with care, science, and passion. From animal protein to pet nutrition, we’ve dedicated ourselves to creating meals that both cats and their hoomans trust.

Every product is lab-tested, AAFCO and FEDIAF compliant, and made with premium ingredients for complete and balanced nutrition.

Our state-of-the-art, fully automated facility in Zaheerabad, India, built with an investment of `200 crore, produces up to 80,000 tons annually. This in-house manufacturing ensures strict quality control, innovative formulation, and delicious, affordable cat food.

Made in India. Loved by cats. Trusted by you. That’s Purrfeto

Convenience with Confidence

Let’s be real! Cooking for cats daily can be time-consuming and tricky. With cat food options available online and cat food stores nearby, buying high-quality pet food has never been easier. You get –

• Time-saving, ready-to-serve meals
• Nutritionally balanced portions
• Shelf-stable packaging—great for travel
• Online ordering, bulk savings, and doorstep delivery

Smart Feeding – Treats That Support Health

Cat treats aren’t just for fun. They can support dental health, coat condition, and even digestion. Most homemade treats lack the precise formulation to deliver these benefits.

Pair daily meals with nutrient-rich cat treats, protein-heavy kitten dry food, and add chicken, sardine, mackerel, or tuna food for cats.

Home-Cooked Meals Pose Hidden Risks

Many well-intentioned cat parents unknowingly feed ingredients that are toxic or harmful in the wrong amounts. Common mistakes include–

• Too much liver in meat (vitamin A toxicity)
• Onions or garlic (toxic)
• Unbalanced calcium/phosphorus ratios
• Raw food contamination

Remember: Cats are obligate carnivores with highly specific needs, not tiny humans in fur coats. That’s why cat food made by professionals is the safest bet.

Fur Real Facts – Science Says Stick with Cat Food

Feeding your cat isn’t just about satisfying hunger; it’s about fuelling their body, protecting their health, and enriching their life. Our premium quality formulations and Mediterranean flavours are rich in antioxidants and help control urinary pH levels, skin & coat health, hairball control, and digestive health, brain and bone development. With trusted cat food, you get peace of mind knowing every bite is backed by science and tailored for their unique biology.

(Dr. Akanksha Diwakar – Head – Marketing, Allana Consumer Products Pvt. Ltd.)