All of us like to see our cats happy, and it's fun to give them something more than their regular diet. Dog Day Afternoon in Mascoutah, IL offers a wide variety of delicious and healthy treats for your pet. Our educated staff will help you select the appropriate treats to make sure your feline friend is healthy and happy.
Tips for Giving Cat Treats
There's no replacement for a regular diet of premium cat food. Don't replace meals with treats. Snacks should be a small part of their diet.
Be careful about giving them people food. It may be good for you, but it's not necessarily right for cats. Our digestive systems and theirs aren't the same. While some foods, such as chicken, are valuable for both of us, cats require a different combination of amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. Fortunately, Dog Day Afternoon has many tasty snacks formulated especially to complete our cats diet.
Don't feed them from the table or support begging.
Offer an assortment. You don't always have the exact same snack, so why should your cat? There are crunchy treats and semi-soft treats. There are flavors cats love such as chicken, fish, and liver. Try to find a couple that your favorite feline prefers.
Use treats as a reward, especially after they've shown patience while being brushed, having their nails trimmed, or taking medicine. Many people have even had success training their kitties with treats!
If you have questions, ask us! Cat treat labels aren't subject to the same thoroughness as labels on standard cat food, and it's sometimes hard to tell the perks of one treat versus another. Every cat has different needs, and we can suggest tasty and tempting snacks that are best for your pet.
In Mascoutah, IL, Dog Day Afternoon isn't just the place to get cat treats. We provide for all of your pet care needs. Come by our store or call us at (618) 448-0374. We look forward to answering your questions and helping you decide on the very best of everything for your pets.