Cats are wild about organ meats, and it goes back to their wild roots! When their ancestors hunted their prey, the first parts they would consume were the organs. Today, organ meat, like liver, gizzard and heart, are still feline favorites because of their irresistible taste and aroma. They’re also incredibly nutritious and provide multiple benefits for cats’ bodies. Organ meats are:
Powerfully Rich In Nutrients
Liver, gizzards and hearts are not just excellent sources of protein; they are packed with important vitamins, minerals and amino acids. In fact, they’re significantly more nutrient-dense than muscle meat!
Liver is chock-full of vitamin A, which supports healthy vision among many other benefits, vitamin B12 and iron to boost energy, plus vitamin C, folate, selenium and copper.
Gizzard is rich in cartilage, zinc, vitamin B12 and iron. It’s also a natural source of glucosamine, which helps support joint health.
Heart is an excellent source of CoQ10, a protective super-antioxidant that promotes cardiovascular health, and taurine, an essential amino acid that also aids cardiac function. Feeding heart is good for your pet’s heart! Taurine is especially important for cats. Their bodies require taurine but don’t make it, so it must be obtained from an animal-based diet.
Super Tasty
When it comes to flavor, organ meats bring it full force, earning rave reviews from cats. Have a picky eater? Try enticing them with a Tiki Cat formula that contains organ meat, like one of our four Tiki Cat After Dark varieties. They might just lick the bowl clean!
Part of Their Natural Prey Diet
Cats are natural hunters and obligate carnivores. They have the same nutritional requirements as their wild ancestors, who got everything they need from prey. Still today, cats are healthiest when they consume diets that closely match the composition of their natural prey diet, which includes both organ and muscle meat.
For these reasons and more, Tiki Cat proudly includes high-quality liver, gizzard and heart in many of our nutritious formulas. Below is a comprehensive list of all of our product lines that contain organ meats:
Tiki Cat product lines that feature organ meats:
Does your cat enjoy organ meats in their meals? Let us know below!
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