5 simple ways to boost your pet's bowl

And they all are budget friendly 😻😻

Welcome to issue #17 of Chumka’s Weekly!

Hello there furriend and happy Caturday! 17 is my favourite number, so today’s newsletter is already my favourite hehe 💛

5 simple ways to boost your pet's bowl

We all want to look after our pets the best way we can - and I am sure you already do! But if you wanted to add a little ✨ sparkle ✨ to their meals, I am here to share my best tips. And all are budget friendly, because we both know how expensive everything is these days.

Healthy veggies

While cats are obligate carnivores, meaning they primarily require meat in their diet, adding a small amount of cooked and finely chopped veggies can offer some extra vitamins and fiber. Click here to see what veggies/ fruits are safe for cats. I personally love sprinkling some cat grass on Chumka’s food.

Fish Oil

Fish oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for your cat’s skin, coat, and overall health. Just a few drops mixed into their food can make a big difference. Some cats can be allergic to seafood so a great alternative to fish oil is hemp oil – it has the same benefits but the likelihood of allergic reaction is much smaller.

Bone Broth or Raw Goat Milk

If you're looking to add some extra hydration to your cats’ meals, consider mixing in a small amount of bone broth. This not only adds flavour but also provides additional moisture, which is especially beneficial for cats who may not drink enough water. You can purchase the bone broth at your local pet store, or make it yourself (click here for recipe). Please discard any bones and bone fragments after cooking - they become brittle and can hurt the animal.

Egg yolk

Most of us always have some eggs on hand. Did you know that eggs contain almost all vitamins and minerals needed to keep your cat healthy and happy? Try adding an egg yolk to the cats’ diet once or twice a week - you can mix it with their food or serve it on its own as a treat. The egg whites can cause an allergic reaction so it’s best to use just the yolk.

Supplements

You can include supplements in your cat's diet. Some of the best ones are taurine, green lipped mussels, and nutritional yeasts.

The blog post linked below goes a bit more into details on the topic. There is a small list of articles linked at the end, in case you wanted to do some more reading 🙂 

5 simple ways to boost your cat’s meals - Chumka's Corner

If you want to add a little "sparkle" to your pet's meals without spending a fortune, I am here to share my best tips!All items are packed with health benefits!

www.chumkascorner.com/5-simple-ways-to-boost-your-cats-meals

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More reading material on the topic…

Most housecats are dehydrated – here is what you need to know about it - Chumka's Corner

How much water your cat needs to stay healthy depends on their size, diet, age, activity level and environment - let's take a look at an average housecat

www.chumkascorner.com/most-housecats-are-dehydrated-here-is-what-you-need-to-know-about-it

Is dry food unhealthy for cats? - Chumka's Corner

Feeding cats a kibble diet may seem convenient and cost-effective, but it can have several negative effects on their health and well-being. Here is why and

www.chumkascorner.com/is-dry-food-unhealthy-for-cats

Should you give your cat a raw egg - Chumka's Corner

It seems like the internet is divided into two groups – one is all for the eggs, and the other one swears against it. So, what should you believe in?d

www.chumkascorner.com/benefits-of-giving-your-cat-a-raw-egg

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Did you know…

Cats make about 100 different sounds. Dogs make only about 10!

When cats communicate with each other they don’t “meow” as they do with humans. Cats have developed the human meow as they were domesticated and cats have different tones for various requests.

Have a Chatty Cat? They Are Capable of Expressing Over 100 Sounds

If you have cats you know they can be very chatty. But did you know cats are capable of expressing over 100 different vocalizations. Lisa Chelenza has more in this edition of Pet Pointers.

spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/austin/pet-pointers/2015/10/7/chatty-cats-?utm_source=chumkaweekly.beehiiv.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=did-you-know-ideas?cid=share_clip

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Some cool finds from the internet…

71-year-old cycling thousands of kilometres with three-legged cat

Steven Telck never imagined he’d be spending his retirement travelling with a rescue cat named Miss Bunny.

vancouverisland.ctvnews.ca/71-year-old-cycling-thousands-of-kilometres-with-three-legged-cat-1.6573684

Memes to brighten your day

That’s it for this week, see you all next week for another Chumka Weekly!

~Paulina & Chumka 🐈‍⬛

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