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Expert Reviews to Help You Decide

Choosing the right cat food for your furry friend can often be a tiresome and confusing process – there are just so many different brands and flavors to consider. To make the process easier for you, we regularly review the best cat food brands on the market, helping you to make a purchase decision you’re confident in!

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How We Rate Cat Food

Customer Satisfaction

We at Catster understand and value the importance of keeping our readers informed, and we place heavy emphasis on customer satisfaction. When reviewing cat foods, we make sure to comb through every piece of information we can find about the company, the product, and the reviews of real-life consumers. This includes reading hundreds of reviews on major retail outlets like Chewy and Amazon, evaluating feedback on forums, and devouring as many user-based articles as we can get our hands on. We even include a section in our reviews that highlights what users are saying about each product for increased transparency.

Analysis of the Primary Ingredients

We gauge the quality of each label's main ingredients by measuring the proportion of high-quality elements that make up a balanced feline diet. In the best cat foods, we expect to see a surplus of quality-sourced meat with minimal fillers. We scour labels for the inclusion of any harmful additives or controversial ingredients and are sure to disclose all our findings in our reviews.

Recall History

Understanding the recall history of a label is influential in any consumer's purchasing decisions. We offer complete transparency surrounding all recalls that have transpired since the creation of the label, providing information on the seriousness of the recall itself along with the company's response to the incident. We include information on any and all recalls of a brand, whether it be in cat food or another category. This gives our readers the knowledge to make informed purchasing decisions. See our Cat Food Recall Alerts page for the latest safety notices.

Price

Price plays a fundamental role in feline nutrition, which is why we weigh it as an important component when rating cat food. In order to measure price efficiency, we first analyze the ingredient composition of each recipe, taking into consideration the ratio of low-cost fillers to premium produce. Then we compare its makeup to that of other brands offered at the same price point.

Brand vs Brand Comparisons

Cat Food Reviews by Category

We also regularly review the best cat foods on the market according to popular categories – breed, life stage, particular uses, and more! You can find the full list of our cat food reviews below:

What Can Your Cat Eat?

If you’re unsure about what your cat is and isn’t allowed to eat – not to worry! We give you the answers you’re looking for (and more) in our “Can Cats Eat” posts. Check out a few of them below:

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Archive
Can Cats Eat Chocolate? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Chocolate? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Guide

Cats are obligate carnivores and need nothing more than quality animal protein to stay happy and healthy throughout their lives. While cats are typically picky…

Rachael Gerkensmeyer
By Rachael Gerkensmeyer ·
Can Cats Drink Tuna Water? Vet Reviewed Facts & Consideration

Can Cats Drink Tuna Water? Vet Reviewed Facts & Consideration

As carnivores, felines must consume meat protein as their main source of nutrients to maintain happy and healthy lives. This is why the first ingredient in mos…

Rachael Gerkensmeyer
By Rachael Gerkensmeyer ·
Garlic Toxicity in Cats: Vet-Approved Signs, Care Tips & FAQ

Garlic Toxicity in Cats: Vet-Approved Signs, Care Tips & FAQ

Did you know that most bulbed plants are toxic to cats?1 Many of the flowers in your garden, including lilies, are toxic to pets. Your spice rack is also a dan…

Brooke Norris
By Brooke Norris ·
At What Age Do Kittens Start Eating Food & Drinking Water? Vet-Reviewed Facts

At What Age Do Kittens Start Eating Food & Drinking Water? Vet-Reviewed Facts

If your cat is pregnant, you are probably worried about how you will care for her newborn kittens. There are so many things to know and learn, especially when…

Jana Blagojevic
By Jana Blagojevic ·
My Cat Ate Cheese: Vet Approved Advice on What to Do

My Cat Ate Cheese: Vet Approved Advice on What to Do

Cats are curious creatures that love to explore their environment. They often stumble upon various human foods on their adventures, which will likely result in…

Visnja Radosavljevic
By Visnja Radosavljevic ·
How to Cook Chicken for Cats: 5 Vet-Approved Recipes

How to Cook Chicken for Cats: 5 Vet-Approved Recipes

Quality, store-bought cat food is formulated to give your cat everything they need to grow to be healthy and happy, but there may be occasions when you want to…

Chelsea Mortensen
By Chelsea Mortensen ·
Can Kittens Eat Adult Cat Food? Vet-Approved Timeline & Transition

Can Kittens Eat Adult Cat Food? Vet-Approved Timeline & Transition

If you have a multi-cat home, you may encounter your new kitten lapping up some of your adult cat's food, or perhaps you accidentally picked up adult cat food…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams ·
Can Cats Drink Plant Milk? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Can Cats Drink Plant Milk? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Plant milk has become a popular alternative to cow’s milk and is available at grocery stores or coffee shops. With more people turning to vegan options and pla…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams ·

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