We’d also like to note that bored cats have a much higher likelihood of using food as a way of coping with the fact that they aren’t engaged in any sort of activity. This is perhaps the main reason why so many cat parents across the world choose this type of treat instead of others. These treats are slightly higher in protein than other Temptations treats. They are also slightly higher calories. If you feed your cat Whiskas (which is not the best cat food, by the way), you can replace the amount you give your cat for a meal with the equivalent of a quarter of a cup per meal.

The “classic,” original Temptations treats are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. They also come in creamy treats and soft meaty bites. Temptations has a wide variety of flavors.Probably the best way to do this would be for you to gradually decrease the number of Temptations treats you give your cat. They are somewhat nutritionally complete when compared to other types of treats, but there are also much healthier options out there. Can Humans Eat Temptations Cat Treats? Remember that, when it comes to nutrient content, the cat food label only gives us a guaranteed analysis, which is a set of minimum and maximum values— not a description of what’s in the food. In reality, the food’s nutrient content may be substantially different from what you see on the label.

On 29 February 2016, Punkin' Pawz Palace Cat Sanctuary published a since-deleted status update warning to Facebook, claiming: Temptations treats also contain salt, but not to a dangerous amount. However, what’s quite troubling about them is that they also have wheat flour. I suppose it depends on the cat and personal choice. My girl kitty has kidney issues and is 20 lbs so treats are not an option. But if we add to our kitty collection, I don't think I would bother with treats. I'd look into alternatives.Like everything else,I’m sure diet can also affect behavioral conditions in cats such as this,just as it does in humans. But this is a known condition in cats–just ask the vet about it or google it. More importantly, try to notice changes in routines, environment or anything that could be affecting your cat emotionally as to the possible trigger of such behaviors. Reply Like their Classics, Mix-Ups, Jumbo, and other treats, Temptations ShakeUps are very popular with cats. They have all of the things that customers love about Temptations – nutritional adequacy, 2 kcal per treat, and no artificial flavors – and they are still crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Plus, they come in some new flavors with a little more protein than other Temptations treats. The manufacturing company claims that Temptations treats can also be given as a replacement for your pet’s main food.

On the downside, they are essentially made from meat by-products, so any type of leftover meat or organs, including eyes, skin, hooves, ears, lungs, and more. The treats do contain several artificial colors which can be off-putting for some consumers. Cats really don’t care about the color of food and treats so these colors are only added to appeal to consumers. On the other hand, we couldn’t help noticing that some ingredients shouldn’t really be present. An example is the artificial colour Red40, which has been linked to cases of cancer in the past. Alongside the launch of its first cat food, TEMPTATIONS also launched new cat treats, called TENDER FILLS™, and debuted a new platform, called CATS LOSE THEIR COOL™. Temptations are also the right size to fit in treat-dispensing cat toys and watch your cat chase them around the house.

Overall, Are Temptations Cat Treats a Good Choice?

Almost all Temptations recipes include ground corn and wheat flour. If your cat is on a grain-free diet, you may also wish to avoid treats that contain grains. These treats can raise the carbohydrate levels of cat food and potentially trigger allergies or intolerances in some cats. We did notice the natural tuna. If you’re unfamiliar with natural tuna, it’s high quality tuna fillets caught with traditional fishing methods. It helps keep the oceans and sea life safe. It’s something that Mars has been committed to doing. The natural tuna is not a big ingredient in this food but it’s still noteworthy. I think a part of the problem might be where these foods and treats are being processed, the sanitary guide lines, and so on. I also think what type of reaction an animal will have depends on the individual animal so owners need to use good, cautionary judgement. Every flavor of Temptations that we looked at is formulated to be under 2 calories per treat. This means that if your cat is on a calorie-controlled diet, you can still give them treats when you want to. You can even cut these treats in half to make them go even further! Meat By-Products This isn't to say that there aren't substances that are toxic for cats or for humans even in small doses but I highly doubt any such substances will be found in cat treats that are manufactured by a reputable company and monitored by the FDA. Do these treats contain ingredients that may harm the cats with long term exposure? Possibly. So do tuna fish and farm fresh liver. It doesn't mean it's dangerous to give them to cats per se, only that quantities should be monitored. These are treats and should not be given as a cat's regular diet. In fact, we have a new article on the topic - [article="33251"]Unbalanced Diets Are You Killing Your Cat With Kindness​[/article]