14/11/2025
🌟 Fun Fact Friday 🌟
Why do some cats turn their noses up to cold food❓😺
Ever wondered why your cat ignores wet food straight from the fridge but dives in when it’s a bit warmer? Science has the answer!
A cat’s taste receptors work best at around 30°c, about the same temperature as their tongue. When food is served cold, their ability to taste it drops. But if their food is warmed up a little, you’re turning the flavour dial way up too!
When feeding your cat wet food, it’s best to serve it at room temperature so the food is more appealing and natural for them to eat. If the food is stored in the refrigerator to keep it fresh, take it out a little while before a mealtime to let it warm naturally or gently heat it up. When heating food, always stir and check the temperature carefully for hot spots that could burn your cat’s mouth, and allow heated food to cool back to room temperature before serving. This tip is especially helpful for fussy eaters or cats that are under the weather or unwell.
So next time your cat is giving food the cold shoulder, swap fridge-fresh for room temperature, or try a gentle warm-up, to make mealtimes more mouthwatering!
If your cat isn’t eating as they normally would or appears to have become ‘picky’ with their food, please book a consultation with our vets. 📞
(Source: iCatCare)
