Ranking of the best cat treats in 2022

Today on the market you can find a huge range of complete cat food and treats that differ in purpose, shape, texture and taste. Therefore, pet owners quite often have a problem of how to choose the right product among the huge range of brands on offer. To help answer this question, this article has compiled a ranking of the best cat treats in 2022, based on quality characteristics and reviews from satisfied owners.

What are cat treats?

High-quality products for feeding a pet must contain meat (beef, chicken, turkey, rabbit meat) or fish, in addition, the option of containing offal in the diet, which cats sometimes like more than meat ingredients, is provided.

It should be understood that the entire range of cat treats on the modern market differs not only in taste, but also in such quality indicators as:

• purpose;
• release form;
• age criteria;
• criteria of benefit and harm.

In general, all treats for meowing pets can be divided into the following large groups:

1. Containing vitamins and trace elements.
2. Intended for a gift or promotion.
3. Designed taking into account the health of pets and used for the prevention or treatment of various diseases: gastritis, constipation, tartar, etc.
4. Complete nutrition with high nutritional value.

It is best to choose complementary foods that benefit your pet, that is, that it performs preventive or therapeutic functions. Incomplete cat food is also subdivided, like complete food, into classes: economy, premium and super premium.

Forms of presentation of cat treats

Modern cat "snacks" differ not only in taste and target characteristics, but also in the form of release. On the modern market, you can find treats for cats in the form of:

1. Pieces and sausages, which have a variety of shapes, are made from selected varieties of meat. In addition, many manufacturers use useful additives in the product - cereals and the amino acid taurine.
2. Dried meat sticks that contain components, as in the composition of the product of the previous form of release. The essential difference between these species lies in the structure of the delicacy, represented by a hard crispy texture.
3. Dry pads containing a soft filling with vitamin and mineral complexes and cereals. Due to the content of cereals, selected vegetables, special herbs and minerals, tasty pads are also a useful tool for the animal's digestive system.
4. Pasta, which performs the function rather than a treat, as it does not contain vitamins, minerals and other similar substances, but a special complementary food to prevent the appearance of hairballs in the cat's digestive tract. The product is especially necessary for long-haired cat breeds.
5. Marmalade - a special form that does not have harmful substances and is used to improve the functioning of the digestive tract.
6. Special Cat Grass, which is a special cereal crop grown in trays. Its use contributes to the enrichment of the body with vitamins and folic acid, necessary for the cat's nervous system. It also has a cleansing effect, helping to eliminate hairballs that form in the stomach.
7. Pieces of dry grass - catnip, which has a calming effect and has an alluring aroma. Therefore, owners often use it to attract a pet to a scratching post or tray.

Despite the huge range of cat food in appearance and shape, each owner should take into account the preferences and age of his pet when choosing it. So, for example, some animals are happy to eat crispy pads or meat sticks, while others are delighted with grass in a pot or ready-made vitamins in the form of fish or hearts.

The difference between products for adult cats and kittens

As mentioned above, when choosing a cat treat, it is important to consider who it suits. Like full-fledged industrial feeds, treats offered on the market are divided according to their intended purpose: for kittens, for adults and for older cats. Any nutrition should take into account the peculiarities of the age structure of the animal.

When buying products for kittens, you should pay attention that, unlike adult pets, their diet should contain an increased level of proteins and special fats containing fatty acids and amino acids. It should be borne in mind that, like food, treats for kittens most often contain mineral salts that contribute to the formation of the bone apparatus.Also, baby food provides a high content of minerals: calcium, potassium, magnesium and phosphorus to strengthen bones and teeth.

Therefore, do not ignore the age of your pet. If you treat your kitten with products for adult cats, this will lead to protein and mineral deficiencies. But if an adult animal is given children's treats, then one should expect a more deplorable effect - a violation of metabolism, the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and kidney function.

It is also worth noting that any food for kittens is not available in the form of granules. Since until the teeth of a small animal have changed, it will not be physically able to chew a dry gift. But even after the teeth change and begin to grow, eating a dry form of treats can lead to damage to the bite.

Ranking of the best cat treats in 2022

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5th place Gimcat Superfood DuoSticks

GimCat Superfood Duo-Sticks represent a separate line of basic and supplementary food from the oldest German manufacturer H. von Gimborn. Superfood Duo-Sticks is famous for the optimal combination of chicken meat and healthy wild berries, rich in antioxidants and nutrients. As an alternative, this series provides flavor options: beef with apples and salmon with mango. The sticks also contain vitamins that help improve the general condition of the pet.

GimCat Superfood Duo-Sticks are available as dry indexed sticks in a bag of 3, each individually wrapped and separated by perforations. The cost of 3 pieces of 5 gr. - 70-75 rubles.

• fortified sticks with excellent content for adult pets;
• original flavor combinations;
• nice smell;
• convenient packaging.

• expensive pleasure;
• Few goodies in one package.

4th place Mnyams "Healthy skin and coat"

 Crispy pads stuffed with poultry and beef from the famous German brand "Mnyams" are cat's "joys" of the middle class, but with high utility. The product is enriched with hemp oil, wheat germ, flax seeds, zinc and vitamins A, D3, E. Thanks to this, crispy pads guarantee a beneficial effect on the skin and coat of the animal: they help prevent hair loss, skin problems and add shine to the coat.

Mnyams "Healthy skin and wool" is produced in the form of dry pads in a dense package weighing 60 g. It is sold at a price of 95-115 rubles per package.

• clearly described composition, enriched with vitamins, useful substances and natural supplements;
• suitable for kittens from 4 months;
• attractive design and guaranteed tightness of the packaging bag;
• a lot of positive feedback from the owners;
• budget cost.

• Not identified.

 

3rd place Dreamies pillows

Dreamies is a brand of purely feline treats, represented by crispy pads on the outside with a delicate filling inside. Low-calorie (less than 2 kcal in each pad) and healthy product, enriched with vitamins A, D3, E and group B and minerals necessary for cats. A wide range of flavors allows you to diversify the furry pet's additional diet: It includes: mix (catnip and chicken, beef and cheese), duck, chicken, beef, rabbit, salmon and cheese.

Dreamies is produced in the form of crispy pillows in packages weighing 30, 60 and 140 grams, the average cost of which is 35, 60 and 140 rubles, respectively.

• fortified pads with a soft structure;
• bright design, several weights (30, 60, 140 gr.) and ease of use;
• wide flavor range;
• pleasant and attractive aroma;
• availability;
• suitable for small and sterilized animals.

• not budget;
• is addictive at the slightest violation of the dosage.

2nd Applaws Plain

Applaws Plain is a special treat for meowing pets from the UK based on seafood, presented in the form of a fillet, vacuum-packed. The product is available in three flavors: tuna, mackerel and tuna in fish sauce. The manufacturer of the treat promises easy digestion of animal protein enriched with Omega acids and a minimum fat content. Applaws is also stated to be free of GMOs, synthetic preservatives or colors and flavors.

Applaws Plain is presented in a 30g lozenge packed in a vacuum bag and a cardboard box with a “window”. Market price: 130-150 rubles.

• low-calorie hypoallergenic composition from natural products;
• trace elements and vitamins come from guaranteed supplements;
• nice quality box
• relatively low price;
• nice smell.

• Not identified.

1st place

A feline holistic from distant Canada, Orijen is an exquisite delicacy with a high meat content, while it does not contain bones or other additives. The brand's range includes several unique treats: Romney Lamb (lamb), Wild Boar (wild boar), Six Fish (six types of fish), Original (chicken with turkey) and Tundra (deer, salmon, quail and trout).Orijen is prepared using a special technology (sublimation process), in which fresh pieces of meat are first shock-frozen and then dried in high-pressure chambers without undergoing any high-temperature processing. In addition to the meat ingredient, fruits (apples, carrots, beets, etc.) are added to the diet, which are a natural source of vitamins and a number of other natural additives: liver, heart, legumes, chicken and fish oil, marshmallow root and lavender.

Orijen is available as oblong 1.5cm granules in 35g bags. and is sold at 280-380 rubles per package.

• unique technology of preparation and form of release;
• produced according to a special technology from meat and natural additives;
• minimum carbohydrate content;
• original taste;
• nice smell;
• recommendations from satisfied owners.

• rare commodity, not easy to buy;
• high cost (although the price corresponds to the quality).

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5th place Triol Hearts

Triol mini hearts are designed for additional encouragement or training of adult pets aged 1 year and older. The product is presented by a Canadian brand and offers a huge range of flavors: rabbit, lamb, chicken, veal, cod, etc. In addition to meat or fish ingredients, Triol contains vitamins D3, A and E.

Thanks to the mini-shaped hearts, they do not need to be cut or broken, and the animal can easily cope with its use. Convenient packaging with a zip fastener allows you to store mini-hearts for a long time.

Triol is represented by dry mini-hearts in a package weighing 40 grams, the cost of which reaches 95-105 rubles.

• convenient release form mini-hearts;
• convenient zip fastening;
• a wide range of flavors;
• description of the full composition;
• meat (fish) composition enriched with vitamins;
• nice smell;
• does not cause allergies;
• acceptable price tag.

• Not identified.

4th place Purina Felix Party Mix

 Felix Party Mix is ​​a delicious non-complementary feed that complements your fluffy pet's basic diet. Each pack is a combination of three flavors of fragrant granules with a soft-crispy texture. As a result, the pillows have an interesting multi-colored color. Felix Party Mix contains protein, vitamins and Omega-6 fatty acids and is characterized by a wide range of meat and fish products. In addition to meat and its derivatives, the granules are also enriched with cereals, vegetable protein, fats, vitamins and yeast. They also contain preservatives, dyes and antioxidants.

Felix Party Mix is ​​available in the form of dry granules in 60 gr bags. The price for a package is 25-35 rubles.

• combines several flavors;
• attractive design;
• multi-colored granules;
• budget cost;
• wide flavor range;
• accessible.

• allergies are possible;
• the presence of sugar;
• there is no detailed description of the content.

3rd place Brit Care Snack "Superfruits Chicken"

Brit Care Superfruits Chicken Grain-Free Treats are dry crispy hearts containing 40% meat, sea buckthorn and blueberries. Berries are natural antioxidants that contribute to the formation of strong natural immunity. There are also additives: crude protein, crude fat, ash, fiber, calcium, phosphorus and sodium. The hearts are made in the Czech Republic, so there is no translation into Russian on the jar.

Brit Care Superfruits Chicken is available as dried hearts in a 100g jar. and cost 140-170 rubles.

• grain-free;
• pleasant aroma;
• nutritious;
• interesting design and convenient packaging;
• great price;
• economical consumption.

• no description in Russian.

2nd place

TITBIT is a domestic product, represented by the Dried Treats for Cats line in five variants. One of the meat components is added to the dried hotel: chicken fillet, beef intestines, lungs, liver and heart, and there are a number of medicinal herbs and seasonings: oregano, thyme, dill. Sold in a transparent polyethylene package without a reusable fastener and is a semi-soft (dried) pieces of different sizes that leave no traces. After opening, they have a barely perceptible smell of dryness.

TITBIT is dried straw pieces in a plastic bag weighing 20 g. for 120-140 rubles.

• thoughtful pack design;
• the presence of a complete description of the composition;
• barely perceptible smell;
• acceptable price.

• Not every pet will like it.

1st place Country delicacies meat sausages

 The first place in the top five among the rewarding treats according to the many high ratings of cat owners is occupied by the Russian line of goodies "Village Delicacies" meat sausages. They are made from selected meat without the use of dyes, preservatives and flavor enhancers. The manufacturer claims that the sausages are absolutely hypoallergenic and by using them, the animal receives a 100% natural product of the highest quality.The products are placed in a pouch package equipped with a transparent "window" on the front side and reflecting information and composition on the reverse side. Treats are available in a wide range of flavors: duck, chicken, lamb and beef. Sometimes, you can find a fishy taste - trout.

Village delicacies are produced in the form of dry semi-soft sausages in a pouch bag weighing 50 g. costing 130-150 rubles.

• natural ingredients, without enhancers and preservatives;
• hypoallergenic sausages;
• there are a lot of sausages in one package;
• dried semi-soft structure of sausages;
• acceptable price;
• light non-repulsive aroma;
• convenient packaging;
• availability;
• positive feedback and recommendations.

• corn starch is used for gluing.

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5th Beaphar Cat-A-Dent Bits

 Beaphar Cat-A-Dent-Bits are specially designed cleaning pads for your cat's teeth to help keep them clean and healthy. The treats are a product of the Dutch brand Beaphar. Treats strengthen the enamel and resist its destruction, mechanically remove plaque from the teeth and polish the enamel, and eliminate unpleasant odors from the mouth. The contents of Cat-A-Dent-Bits are cereals, plant-based products, minerals, chlorophyll, poultry, animal products, and vitamin A and B supplements.

Crispy pads Beaphar Cat-A-Dent-Bits are sold in a package weighing 35 grams at a price of 230-270 rubles.

• therapeutic and prophylactic non-complete feed, useful for the oral cavity;
• the price corresponds to the quality;
• not addictive;
• excellent composition;
• contains chlorophyll;
• convenient package.

4th place Edel Cat Cream soup

 EDEL CAT is a wide range of canned cat food from one of the largest European manufacturers - Tiernahrung Deuerer GmbH. Delicious cream soup for cats of all breeds with cheese and taurine, supporting visual acuity and heart health. EDEL CAT contains meat and meat products, vegetable protein, milk and dairy products, vegetable and animal fats. Due to the essential moisture content of the feed, it helps to maintain the most important urinary system for cats. It is recommended to increase the palatability of food and to mask medicines.

EDEL CAT is represented by a liquid cream-mass in sachets of 15 gr. The cost is 160-220 rubles per box (6 bags of 15 gr.).

• premium food for all adult breeds;
• a wide range of flavors (liver, duck, poultry, rabbit, salmon, turkey, etc.);
• contains cheese and milk and taurine, useful for vision and heart;
• addition to the main feed separately or in the form of a sauce;
• does not affect the functioning of the digestive system.

• small weight of one portion;
• significant price for a treat;
• inconvenience after feeding - you need to wash the bowl.

3rd place Brit Care Snack "Hairball", "Dental"

 Brit Care Snack complementary foods are developed taking into account the individual characteristics of pets and are presented in several lines, of which therapeutic and prophylactic are: "Hairball" - a semi-soft treat for the prevention of hairballs and "Dental" - to strengthen the condition of teeth and gums.

To strengthen the gums and clean the teeth and prevent them from tartar, Brit Care Dental grain-free, containing basil, thyme, rosemary and vitamin C, is recommended.

To improve the functioning of the digestive system and prevent the formation of woolen balls in the stomach, you should feed your pet with grain-free Brit Care Hairball containing psyllium, salmon oil and sea buckthorn. A useful component is taurine - an important substance for the health of the cardiovascular system and visual acuity.

Form release Brit Care Snack: semi-soft pads in a bag weighing 50 gr. The package price is 140-170 rubles.

Brit Care Hairball comes in 50g semi-soft snacks. package with an average cost of 160 rubles.

• balanced composition;
• therapeutic and prophylactic malnutrition;
• convenient packaging;
• economical consumption;
• special natural supplements.

• too sharp, though not repulsive, aroma.

2nd place Bosch Sanabelle Snack, Sticks

The German brand Bosch Sanabelle presents two lines of cat treats Snack and Sticks on the market. The first series is made in the form of small pyramids, inside of which there are granules-croquettes. According to its composition, Snack belongs to the category of medium-quality products, as it contains fresh poultry meat, low-grade fats and a large amount of cereals.

The Sticks series is of higher quality, and accordingly, it is more expensive in price. The feed is produced in a semi-moist form and is made from fresh meat and offal, 20% of which is chicken meat. Sausages are also enriched with minerals, fruits (pomegranate, cranberries) and medicinal yucca.

Both product lines include treats for rewarding, brushing teeth, removing hairballs, fighting excess weight and supporting healthy joints and digestion.

Bosch Sanabelle Snack - these are granules in pyramidal boxes of 20 gr., Sticks - sausages in bags of 20 gr. The cost of food is 65-70 rubles for one pyramid, 220-250 rubles for a bag.

• provides two lines: dry and wet product;
• a wide range, both to taste and purpose: from hairballs, for teeth, with vitamins;
• excellent composition, especially in the Bosch Sanabelle Sticks series;
• Bosch Sanabelle Sticks help eliminate excess hair without regurgitation.

• expensive pleasure;
• lack of aroma that attracts cats.

1st place GimCat Denta-Kiss, Gimcat Malt-Soft Paste Extra

Denta-Kiss is a premium delicacy from German manufacturer Gimcat Denta-Kiss, a meat platter designed for oral hygiene of adult pets. Cleaning of Denta-Kiss teeth occurs with the up and down chewing motion typical of cats. Denta-Kiss is sugar-free, rich in dietary fiber and supports nutritional needs.

Gimcat "Denta-Kiss" is available as "kiss" pads in a 40g bag. The price for the package is 180-220 rubles.

Malt-Soft Paste Extra is also a premium product from the same treatment and prophylactic series of the Gimcat brand. Introduces a fortified cat paste. Malt-Soft Paste Extra contains natural flavored malt and vegetable oil, as well as ballast substances that promote the passage of food, the removal of swallowed hair and indigestible components in a natural way.The paste is enriched with a high fiber content and is characterized by the absence of lactose, preservatives, flavor enhancers, dyes and sugar.

Release form Malt-Soft Paste Extra: paste in a tube weighing 20, 50, 100 and 200 gr. The average price is 200, 340,600 and 950 rubles, respectively.

• premium goods;
• therapeutic and prophylactic effect;
• natural full-fledged composition without harmful additives;
• convenient packaging;
• economical consumption;
• the price corresponds to the quality;
• like cats, recommend the owners.

• Not identified.

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5th place Pro Cat tasty sticks for kittens

Delicious Pro Cat sticks are tasty and healthy "snacks" for kittens from the Austrian brand of the same name, which contain natural meat ingredients, vitamins D3, E and taurine, minerals, antioxidants, and preservatives. The treat is made from natural meat and offal, which are the primary source of valuable protein for the development of the body of small pets. Individual packaging better preserves not only the taste, but also the delicacy itself. Delicious sticks are intended for additional treats for small pets between the main meal and helps to strengthen the musculoskeletal system and the protective functions of the body.

Pro Cat for kittens are three separately packed soft sticks - sausages of 3 gr. in one bag at a price of 66-75 rubles for 3 pcs.

• convenient packaging and storage;
• good quality;
• useful composition and its full description on the package;
• like kittens;
• no unpleasant odor.

• the presence of sugar in the composition is observed;
• the presence of preservatives;
• high cost for three small sticks.

4th place Mnyams Delicious sticks for kittens

Mnyams Kitten Sticks is a fragrant delicacy from the famous German brand "Mnyams", made from selected meat and products of animal origin, of which the turkey is given priority. Contains calcium, minerals and taurine for healthy kitten growth and development. Each stick is individually packed, which allows you to keep the smell and taste for a long time. Free from artificial flavors and colors. Of the nutritional supplements, tidbits contain vitamin D3, E and taurine, and in addition, antioxidants and preservatives are observed in its composition. It is used to treat and encourage small pets, while it contributes to the full strengthening of their immune system.

Children's "Mnyams" is represented by three separately packed soft sticks - sausages of 3 gr. in one sachet. The average cost for 3 sausages is 75 rubles.

• natural ingredients with beneficial vitamins and minerals;
• convenient packaging, you can even buy one stick;
• Beautiful design;
• a complete description of the content;
• like kittens;
• no unpleasant odor.

• small size of sausages and fast consumption;
• a high price for such a quantity of goodies.

3rd place Mnyams "Mnyamsik"

"Mnyamsik" is another product of the well-known brand "Mnyams". Children's "Mnyamsik" is represented by the taste of "assorted". Its content: chicken meat and offal, cereals, oils and fats, derivatives of vegetable origin, fish and fish offal, minerals, yeast, fruits, shellfish and crustaceans. Of the nutritional supplements, it is worth noting vitamins A, D3 and E, as well as taurine, copper, zinc, iodine, selenium and antioxidants. "Mnyamsik" is a treat for animals aged 6 months and older, designed to encourage them and accustom them to dry food.

"Mnyamsik" is produced in the form of dry pads in triangular bags of 20 gr. The cost of a bag is 40-50 rubles.

• a treat from the premium category;
• full description of the composition;
• the content of the most important vitamins and minerals for the growth of kittens;
• convenient packaging;
• affordable cost;
• lack of habit.

• age restrictions for kittens under 6 months;
• small hard-to-read font for describing the composition;
• the presence of antioxidants that are not suitable for every kitten.

2nd place Miamor Kitten Cream

Miamor Kitten Cream is a liquid creamy treat developed by a German manufacturer specifically for kittens. The basis of the treat is milk cream with the addition of valuable plantain seeds, which contribute to the normalization of the digestive system of small pets. The composition of the product also provides for the presence of vitamins and trace elements without the use of sugar, soy, dyes and other additives. Low-calorie, non-allergic pasta with a wide range of flavors helps to strengthen the immune system of babies and, accordingly, the natural protective functions of the body. Miamor Kitten Cream is recommended from the very first days of life, if the baby does not have enough mother's milk or is weak, as well as during illness and can be used as a reward for good behavior.

Miamor Kitten Cream is a paste in sachets of 15 gr. Sold in a box (5 bags) for 200-250 rubles.

• provides a full description of the content;
• no harmful additives;
• prepared on the basis of milk cream, which is very necessary for kittens;
• low-calorie and hypoallergenic;
• convenient packaging.

• inconvenience when feeding from a stick, so it is better to transfer the treat to a spoon;
• a half-eaten bag loses its palatability for kittens during storage.

1st place Brit Care Snack "Superfruits Kitten"

Brit Care Snack "Superfruits Kitten" - a crispy chicken treat with superfruits - coconut and blueberries. When shaking the packaging, the pads create a special mouth-watering noise that no small household can resist. Products contain dehydrated chicken meal, chicken liver and fat, yellow peas, sweet potatoes, coconut, blueberries, salmon fish oil and flaxseed. Of the beneficial minerals in Superfruits Kitten added calcium, phosphorus and sodium. It is recommended to give the product between feedings as a reward when you are resting and interacting with your little pet.

Brit Care Snack "Superfruits Kitten" is available in the form of dry heart pads in a 100g jar. It is sold at 160-200 rubles per can.

• beautiful packaging design;
• description of the full composition, plus attracts the presence of coconut and blueberries;
• cute shape - hearts;
• economical consumption;
• undeniably happy pet.

• Not identified.

Results

Any pets, including cats, just like their owners, need a healthy and varied diet. But to maintain the health of a pet, one daily feed is not enough, so it is important that he receives various vitamins and minerals.But, not every cat is ready to consume useful substances in its pure form, and here special tasty treats containing all the necessary components have been developed to help the owners. Also, with the help of such treats, you can train your pet and just pamper him. As a rule, most treats can be bought at any pet store. But some high-quality brands are not so popular and not always available, in such cases they will have to be ordered through specialized online stores.