Can kittens eat raw food?

Yes. Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning meat is a biological necessity at every life stage, not just as adults. Our raw cat food range includes complete and balanced meals suitable for kittens, adult cats and senior cats, from trusted brands such as Purrform, Middleton Raw and Kiezebrink.

How is feeding a kitten different?

Kittens are growing quickly, so their energy and protein needs are higher relative to their size than an adult cat's. In practice, this generally means smaller, more frequent meals through the day rather than one or two larger ones. Every kitten is different, so it is worth checking the feeding guidance on the specific product you choose, and speaking to your vet if you are ever unsure.

Complete or complementary, why it still matters

The same distinction that matters for raw dog food applies to cats too. A complete meal is formulated to be fed as your kitten's whole diet, while a complementary product, a treat or a single cut, is meant to be fed alongside other food. This matters more for a growing kitten than almost anything else, since a diet built mostly from complementary products can leave real nutritional gaps. Always check whether a product is labelled complete or complementary before building a kitten's everyday diet around it.

Choosing the right products

Our raw cat food range includes single protein options, useful if you are introducing your kitten to raw food gradually or checking for a sensitivity, as well as whole prey choices and nutritionally complete meals. Starting with a straightforward complete meal is usually the simplest way to begin.

Feeding safely

• Keep raw food frozen until you are ready to use it, and thaw it in the fridge.
• Wash your hands, bowls and surfaces after handling, the same as with any raw meat.
• Introduce new proteins one at a time, watching how your kitten settles.
• Always have fresh drinking water available.