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FREEZE-DRIED RAW · CAT FEEDING GUIDE

Feeding for Urinary Health

Urinary trouble is one of the most common reasons cats end up at the vet — and diet is the single biggest lever you have at home. The cat urinary tract is built for a desert hunter that gets nearly all of its water from prey, not a bowl.

Cats are obligate carnivores with a notoriously low thirst drive. A meat-first, high-moisture diet keeps urine dilute and flowing, which is exactly what a urinary-prone cat needs. Freeze-dried raw rehydrates into a moisture-rich meal that supports a healthy urinary tract from the inside out.

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    What your cat actually needs

    Cats are obligate carnivores — they're built to run on meat, organ and moisture. Here's what matters most.

    • Low thirst drive

      Needs: Moisture built into the meal, not just the bowl

      Freeze-dried raw rehydrates into a high-moisture meal that dilutes urine and supports a flushed, healthy urinary tract.

    • Obligate carnivore

      Needs: High animal protein, very low carbohydrate

      A meat-first raw diet keeps the carb load minimal and supports an appropriate, less alkaline urine — better for a urinary-prone cat than starchy kibble.

    • Concentrated-urine biology

      Needs: Steady hydration throughout the day

      Small, water-rich raw meals keep fluid moving so urine stays dilute, which helps minerals pass instead of settling.

    • Stress-sensitive bladder

      Needs: Calm, consistent, appealing meals

      Warm, aromatic rehydrated raw tempts even finicky cats to eat — and a cat that eats and drinks well is a cat that stays hydrated.

    • Carnivore mineral balance

      Needs: Whole-prey mineral profile, no plant filler

      Real meat and organ deliver minerals in carnivore-appropriate proportions rather than the plant-heavy mix found in many dry foods.

    How much to feed your cat

    Quick answer: portion freeze-dried raw by your cat's ideal weight — about 0.13 oz per pound per day (a 10 lb cat ≈ 1.3 oz), split across two or more small meals. Kittens need more; seniors and indoor cats a little less. Feed to a lean body, not the bag.

    Ideal adult weightFreeze-dried per dayPer meal (×2)
    6 lb 0.8 oz 0.4 oz
    8 lb 1.0 oz 0.5 oz
    10 lb 1.3 oz 0.7 oz
    12 lb 1.6 oz 0.8 oz
    15 lb 2.0 oz 1.0 oz
    18 lb 2.3 oz 1.2 oz

    Starting points for a moderately active adult cat (~0.13 oz of freeze-dried per lb of ideal weight). Kittens need roughly double per pound; indoor and senior cats a little less — always adjust to body condition, not the bag.

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    What to feed your cat

    Build the bowl around complete-and-balanced freeze-dried raw — real muscle meat and organ, rehydrated to a high moisture level, with the very low carbohydrate load a cat's body is made for. Fish-forward recipes like salmon, cod and tuna are naturally moisture-friendly and palatable to fussy cats.

    The goal is dilute, free-flowing urine and a lean body weight. Land Animal's cat recipes are meat-first and rehydrate into a high-moisture meal, helping a urinary-prone cat stay hydrated meal after meal without relying on the water bowl alone.

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    Feeding by life stage

    • Kitten: A kitten forming lifelong habits does best learning to eat moisture-rich raw early; feed 3-4 small meals a day and always offer water.
    • Adult: Feed measured, water-rich meals twice or more daily; rehydrate generously and monitor litter-box habits for any change.
    • Senior: Seniors are more prone to concentrated urine and kidney strain — lean on digestible protein and extra moisture, with smaller, frequent meals.

    Common concerns — and the diet connection

    • Concentrated urineThe moisture in rehydrated raw helps dilute urine, the single most important dietary factor for supporting a healthy urinary tract.
    • Low water intakeCats often under-drink; getting water in through a moisture-rich meal supports overall hydration far better than relying on the bowl alone.
    • Weight and inactivityExcess weight is linked with urinary issues; a measured, protein-dense raw portion helps maintain a lean body without leaving a cat hungry.
    • Stress and litter habitsA palatable, consistent meal a cat actually finishes supports steady eating and drinking, which helps maintain healthy bathroom routines.

    Diet supports health but doesn't replace veterinary care — ask your vet about any specific condition.

    Feeding your cat: what to know

    For a urinary-prone cat, how you feed matters as much as what you feed. Rehydrate freeze-dried raw with extra warm water until it's soup-like — every bit of moisture in the meal helps dilute urine and reduce concentration. Feed small meals across the day rather than one big bowl.

    Always keep fresh water available in clean, wide bowls, and consider a couple of stations around the home. Watch litter-box habits closely: straining, frequent small trips, or any blood is a vet call, not a diet experiment.

    Cat feeding questions

    What is the best food for a cat with urinary issues?
    A high-moisture, meat-first diet is ideal. Freeze-dried raw rehydrated with extra water delivers real animal protein with the moisture that helps keep urine dilute. Always pair diet changes with your vet's guidance.
    How does moisture help a cat's urinary health?
    More water in the meal means more dilute urine, so minerals are more likely to pass rather than settle. Rehydrating freeze-dried raw into a soup-like meal is an easy way to boost daily water intake.
    How much should I feed a urinary-prone cat?
    About 0.13 oz of freeze-dried raw per pound of ideal body weight per day — roughly 1.3 oz for a 10 lb cat — split into small meals and rehydrated generously. Adjust to body condition.
    Is dry food bad for cats with urinary problems?
    Dry food is very low in moisture, which can leave urine more concentrated. A high-moisture diet is generally preferred for urinary-prone cats; freeze-dried raw rehydrates to provide that moisture along with meat-first nutrition.
    How do I get my urinary-prone cat to drink more?
    Feed moisture-rich meals, offer multiple clean wide-bowl water stations, and warm rehydrated raw to release aroma. Getting water in through food is often more reliable than coaxing a cat to the bowl.
    How do I switch a urinary-prone cat to raw?
    Transition gradually over 7-10 days, mixing in a little more rehydrated raw each day. Go slow, keep meals warm and aromatic, and keep fresh water available throughout.

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