Q&A for How to Make Cat Kibble

Yes! This is 100% safe for all cats, and is intended to be eaten by them.

It is okay to use it as the main meal as long as you're also feeding it other food. Wet food and other sorts of dry food with protein in it is also good.

You don't have to include wheat germ, but it does provide your cat with Vitamin B and helps its coat to be shiny and healthy.

You can substitute corn in cat kibble with potatoes, sweet potatoes, lentils, peas, or tapioca.

Cats can't digest soy as claimed by pet food companies. Soy contains phytates, which inhibit mineral absorption and block the enzymes needed to digest protein, causing GI tract inflammation and potentially leading to serious illnesses. I recommend not using it.

Soy flour is used in kibble as a source of plant-based protein, enhancing the food's protein content. It also acts as a binding agent, maintaining the kibble's shape and texture. Its affordability and provision of essential amino acids offer economic and nutritional benefits.

You can substitute brewer's yeast with nutritional yeast, miso paste, sourdough, baking soda, dry brewer's yeast, baker's yeast, active dry yeast, instant yeast, Marmite, or Vegemite.

Taurine is found in low amounts in dairy, like ice cream and cow's milk, and in high amounts in shellfish such as scallops, mussels, and clams. You can also find it in the dark meat of turkey and chicken, as well as turkey bologna. You could try incorporating these into your cat's kibble.

I wouldn't suggest using wheat germ oil instead of wheat germ, as cats should only have about 1/2 teaspoon of wheat germ oil.

In my experience, dry kibble can be left out for up to 5 hours, but this can vary between brands.

Yes. There are many recipes online for chicken-based cat food. Remember to include taurine, and consult with a vet to ensure it meets your cat's nutritional needs.

Kibble is not recommended for cats under one year old. Consult with a veterinarian to determine the appropriate portion size for your cat.

Yes, that is fine.

Cow's milk can make your cat sick, as it is not intended to be consumed by cats. The lactose in the milk cannot be broken down by adult cats, and can cause them discomfort and diarrhea. Use water instead.

Diabetic cats usually have special nutritional needs. Talk to your vet about the right food for your diabetic cat.

Yes you can, try to use flavors your cat likes best.

No. It's never a good idea to eat food intended for animals. The food may have something in it that is unbalanced nutritionally or bad for the human body.

Ask your vet. The veterinary diet may contain specific ingredients that help your cat not in this kibble. You may be able to use less of the veterinary diet if the vet says the kibble is okay occasionally or you may be able to feed some of each as your cat's meals so you need less of the expensive food?

If you're not able to add the brewers yeast, you can still make the kibble but it won't be as nutrious for your cat.

No. This kibble doesn't provide all the nutrients needed for a cat to stay healthy. Feed wet food, such as the chicken and vegetable medley described in the article, in addition to this kibble, on a regular basis.