Cat food A cat is a year old should be fed adult cat food. Since adult cats usually eat when they are hungry, you can simply keep his dish filled with dry food. However, if he overeats and begins to grow overweight, you will need to feed him twice a day instead.

If you want, you can complement your adult cat's diet with canned cat food. Be aware that canned cat food can be very rich, make sure you portion out his serving according to the label instructions.

If you feed your cat canned food, you should still offer dry food as well, since canned food should not be left out for your cat to eat all day.

I recommend you purchase your cat's cat food from your vet. Cat food found at the vet are specially formulated with all the vitamins and nutrients your cat needs to grow strong and healthy. My male cat used to suffer from urinary tract infections until I switched his cat food from a grocery brand to a premium brand.

When you shop for cat food, look for foods that have the protein source in the first few ingredients. You should also make sure the food is balanced. If your cat has health problems, such as hair balls or urinary tract infections, you should look for cat foods that help control these problems.

Although most cats prefer soft food, dry food can help them maintain better dental health. If your cat refuses to eat dry food, you may want to have your dentist to check his teeth every year or so to be sure they are not too covered in tartar.

What ever you do, avoid feeding your cat human food. Feeding your cat snacks and junk food such as chips, deli meat, or scraps from the table can cause serious health issues down the road. It's best to buy your feline friend cat treats for the time you want to reward him with something special.