Get Catnip for Cats in Hardy

All of us like to see our cats happy, and it's exciting to give them something beyond their regular diet. Barkley's Pet Market in Hardy, VA offers a variety of tasty and nutritious treats for your cat. Our well-informed team will help you decide on the best treats to make sure your feline friend is healthy and happy.

Tips for Giving Cat Treats

There's no alternative to a regular diet of premium cat food. Never replace meals with treats. Snacks should be a small part of their diet.

Be careful about giving them human food. It may be good for you, but it's not necessarily right for cats. Our digestive systems and theirs aren't the same. While some foods, such as chicken, are valuable for both of us, cats require a different combination of amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. Fortunately, Barkley's Pet Market has many tasty snacks developed especially to complete our cats diet.

Don't feed them from the table or invite begging.

Offer an assortment. You don't always have the exact same snack, so why should your cat? There are crunchy treats and semi-soft treats. There are flavors cats love such as chicken, fish, and liver. Try to find a couple that your favorite feline prefers.

Use treats as a reward, especially after they've shown patience while being brushed, having their nails trimmed, or taking medicine. Several people have even had success training their kitties with treats!

If you have questions, ask us! Cat treat labels aren't subject to the same thoroughness as labels on ordinary cat food, and it's sometimes hard to tell the advantages of one treat versus another. Every cat has different requirements, and we can recommend tasty and tempting snacks that are best for your pet.

In Hardy, VA, Barkley's Pet Market isn't just the place to get cat treats. We satisfy all of your pet care needs. Come by our store or call us at (540) 346-2277. We look forward to answering your questions and helping you choose the best of everything for your pets.