The core functions of freeze-dried cats are high nutritional supplementation, improved palatability, and functional interaction. Specifically, they can be divided into the following points:
- Freeze-drying is made through a low-temperature dehydration process, which can retain the protein, amino acids and other nutrients of meat (or internal organs, fish and shrimp) to the greatest extent. It contains almost no water or grain additives, which is in line with the physiological characteristics of pure meat for cats.
- The crude protein content of high-quality freeze-dried food can reach over 50%, which is much higher than that of ordinary snacks. It can be used as a nutritional supplement for the main food, especially suitable for the growth of kittens, muscle building of adult cats, and energy replenishment for elderly cats.
- Freeze-drying retains the original flavor and texture of meat, making it crispy and easy to chew. It is the favorite of the vast majority of cats.
- Freeze-dried food can be crushed and mixed into cat food to enhance the palatability of dry food and solve the problem of cats being picky eaters and not liking main food. It can also be directly used as a reward snack.
- After freeze-drying and rehydration (soaking in warm water to soften), it can be restored to a texture similar to fresh meat, with a moisture content of over 70%, which is equivalent to "feeding water" to cats. It helps cats that do not like to drink water actively to replenish water and reduces the risk of urinary calculi and urinary tract infections.
- Freeze-dried products are small in size, easy to carry, and highly accepted by cats. They are ideal rewards for training cats, such as teaching them to shake hands and use the toilet at fixed points. They can quickly strengthen cats' positive behaviors and improve interaction efficiency.
- Freeze-dried with extremely low moisture content, it has a long shelf life (usually 1-2 years) after sealing and does not require refrigeration, making it suitable as an emergency household food supply.
- It is also very convenient to carry when going out or traveling, and it is easy to feed, which can prevent cats from refusing to eat due to environmental changes.
- Freeze-drying is divided into main food freeze-drying and snack freeze-drying. Main food freeze-drying is nutritionally comprehensive and can replace main food. Snack freeze-drying (such as single chicken breast or egg yolk freeze-drying) is only suitable for occasional feeding to avoid overfeeding, which may cause picky eating or obesity in cats.