Is Tuna Good for Cats? Benefits and How Much Is Safe
Few foods get a cat running like tuna. But there’s an important difference between an occasional treat of tinned tuna and a complete, tuna-based cat food.
The good news
Tuna is rich in protein and omega-3 oils, and it’s wonderfully palatable — which makes it brilliant for tempting fussy eaters. It’s a great basis for a high-protein recipe.
Why plain tinned tuna isn’t a meal
- It’s not nutritionally complete — it lacks the balance of vitamins, minerals and taurine a cat needs.
- Tuna in brine or oil adds salt and fat that aren’t ideal.
- Fed as a main diet, it can lead to deficiencies over time.
The best of both
A complete tuna cat food gives your cat the flavour they love and the full nutrition they need — tuna as a proper, balanced meal rather than a one-note snack. That’s exactly what our halal tuna recipe is designed to be, with added salmon oil and no artificial extras.
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