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Posted by PHAbymom on December 31, 2002 at 20:38:24:
In Reply to: Kitten and Cat food mix-up! posted by karlacue on December 30, 2002 at 09:11:16:
Merry Christmas everybody! I have a question: I just adopted a cat three days ago (pics coming soon). She is a 1 year old (according to the shelter I got her from) calico lady with the sweetest baby voice, but she is on the bones (only seven pounds in a very large frame, very skinny).
:The problem is: Bob, my resident 8 month old kitten, wants to eat her adult food, and viceversa. I was wondering since she needs to put on some weight and the other guy is (STILL, now 11 pounds!) growing, if I could just hold the cat food for a while and give them kitten food. I am mostly concerned about the kitten, who is still very active and growing. Thanks a lot in advance for the response.
Kitten food is usually higher in protein and calcium than the adult foods. I wouldn't think it would hurt her if she's seriously underweight. What does your vet say about her weight? Some Science Diet a/d or a similar product might be of help in putting a bit of weight on her. It is always a good idea to have a new cat checked out by your vet, even if adopted from a shelter or purchased from a breeder. Good luck and keep us posted. Can't wait for the pictures. Stop by CalicoTude chat on Monday evenings at 8 pm ET in CatCareCentral.