Still on this subject. I've seen cats need 35-45% protein in their food. The foods I've checked canned food ranges from 9-12% is protein measured differently in canned and dry?

The percentage factors in the 78%+ water, so to get an accurate percentage for wet vs dry guaranteed analysis, you can calculate the dry matter basis:

How to Compare Cat Foods & Calculate Carbs: Dry Matter Basis

Thank you!

Another option is to use the food chart on catinfo.org: it's a giant PDF that lists the protein, fat, and carbohydrates by dry matter and percent of calories. Although Dr. Pierson doesn't do regular updates and recommends checking with manufacturers, it's still a great place to start. The chart includes canned and raw foods.

Thanks again. Now to find time to wade through the info. Think it's going to be 1/2 dry and 1/2 wet. With 2 cats eating a can a day each, the cost is up there. :-(

kaysy said:

Thanks again. Now to find time to wade through the info. Think it's going to be 1/2 dry and 1/2 wet. With 2 cats eating a can a day each, the cost is up there. :-(

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There are ways to keep canned food costs manageable. Instead of buying 3 oz cans, buy a brand that is available in 5 oz or large sized cans. Friskies has a variety that is available in a 12 oz (I think) can. Wellness has a few varieties in a 12.5 oz can. Buying a case of cans is cheaper than buying individual cans.

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