How to switch your cat to old cat food

As we all know very well, moving to something new is not always easy. Take, for example, your pet. It grows and changes, turning from a kitten first into an adult, then into a mature, and now into an elderly animal. As each new life stage enters, your cat’s food needs to be changed to keep it healthy.

It is important at this stage not only to transition your aged cat to a specially formulated senior cat food, such as Hill’s Science Plan Mature adult, but to correctly transition your cat from her current diet to the new food.

Do not hurry. The gradual transition to a new diet is important not only for the comfort of your older cat, but also for her to get used to this food. Switching to a new food too quickly can cause vomiting or diarrhea.

Be patient. Easier said than done, but patience is essential to help your older cat get used to the new food. Also, if the new food is different from the old food, it may take longer for her to get used to it. And then you will need even more patience!

Don’t forget about water. If you are transitioning your cat from canned food to dry food, it is important that she drink enough water to prevent constipation. In this case, it may take seven days for the transition to complete.

Recommendations for switching to a new food

Daily Feeding Guidelines for Hill’s Science Plan Mature adult

The feed amounts given below are average values. Your older cat may need less or more food to maintain a normal weight. Adjust the numbers as needed. If you are unsure, check with your veterinarian.

Gradually transition your senior cat to Hill’s Science Plan Mature adult and help her fight signs of aging in 30 days