Cat Food

Cat Food Online: Australia's Best Range for Every Cat

Cats are particular eaters, and getting their nutrition right matters. VetSupply stocks dry kibble, wet food, grain-free, and prescription diets from brands Australian vets trust, with free shipping over $49 and a lowest price guarantee.

Types of Cat Food

Dry cat food is convenient, shelf-stable, and nutritionally complete, and it helps with dental health too. Wet food runs 70-80% moisture, which matters since cats naturally don't drink much on their own; it also tends to win over fussy eaters and cats recovering from illness.

If your cat has a genuine sensitivity, our grain-free range (Ziwi Peak, Ivory Coat, and Taste of the Wild are customer favourites) skips wheat, corn, and soy without cutting corners on nutrition. Royal Canin also does breed-specific formulas for Persian, Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Siamese, and British Shorthair cats.

For cats managing a real medical condition such as kidney disease, urinary issues, obesity, or food allergies, we carry prescription and therapeutic diets from Hill's and Royal Canin. And for treats: dental chews, soft rewards, and air-dried snacks.

Feeding by Life Stage

Kittens under 12 months need more protein, fat, and calories for growth. Adult cats need balanced everyday nutrition, with lifestyle formulas (indoor, desexed, active) depending on how your cat lives. Senior cats, generally 7 and up, do better on lower-calorie food that's easier to digest, often with joint and kidney support built in. Pregnant or nursing cats have higher needs too; a kitten formula is often recommended, but check with your vet.

Brands Our Customers Actually Buy

Royal Canin builds breed and life-stage formulas with veterinary nutritionists, plus a solid prescription range. Hill's Science Diet is one of the most vet-recommended everyday brands, covering weight management, hairballs, and urinary health. Hill's Prescription Diet is the therapeutic line for diagnosed conditions. Black Hawk is Australian-made with real meat and no artificial padding. Advance was developed with Australian vets using local ingredients. LifeWise runs limited-ingredient formulas suited to sensitive skin and digestion. Taste of the Wild rounds it out with grain-free, novel-protein recipes for allergy-prone cats.

Dry vs Wet: What We'd Recommend

Both have real upsides. Dry food is affordable, easy to store, and helps with dental hygiene. Wet cat food delivers the moisture cats need for kidney and urinary tract health, which matters given how little most cats drink. Most vets recommend a mix: dry through the day, with a wet meal or two added for hydration.

Switching Food Safely

Transition over 7-10 days rather than all at once. Start with about 25% new food mixed in, increase gradually, and aim to be fully switched by day eight. Cats with sensitive digestion may need longer. Moving to a prescription diet? Follow your vet's guidance rather than the general timeline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What's the best cat food for indoor cats?

Indoor cats move less than outdoor cats and tend toward weight gain, hairballs, and urinary issues. Royal Canin Indoor, Hill's Science Diet Indoor, and Advance Indoor Adult are built for this: lower calories, added fibre, and urinary support.

Q: What food helps cats with kidney disease?

Cats with chronic kidney disease need a diet low in phosphorus with controlled protein. Hill's Prescription Diet k/d and Royal Canin Renal are the two most commonly prescribed by Australian vets. Check with your vet before switching.

Q: How do I know if my cat has a food allergy?

Watch for itchy skin, recurring ear infections, vomiting, loose stools, or excessive grooming. A limited-ingredient or single-protein diet can help identify the trigger, though it's worth talking to your vet first.

Q: Is raw or air-dried food better than kibble?

Raw and air-dried options like Ziwi Peak use minimal processing and a lot of meat, suiting cats with grain sensitivities. They cost more though, and most cats do well on kibble from Royal Canin, Hill's, or Black Hawk. It comes down to your cat's health and budget.