Food Transition Schedule

Mix the new food with your cat’s current food, slowly
increasing the new over 7–10 days (75/25 → 50/50 → 25/75 → all new). If your
cat has a sensitive stomach, take 2 weeks. Measure portions by calories, keep
mealtimes consistent, and watch for vomiting, diarrhea, or refusal to eat—if
these persist, slow down or call your vet.

  • Metal container with cat food, featuring Redbarn logo.

    Day 1-2

    Start by mixing 10 to 25 percent of Redbarn food in with your current food.

  • Metal bowl filled with Redbarn cat food on a white background

    Day 3-4

    Gradually increase to ½ Redbarn food, ½ current food.

  • Metal bowl filled with Redbarn cat food on a white background

    Day 5-6

    Gradually increase to ¾ Redbarn food, ¼ current food.

  • Metal bowl filled with Redbarn cat food on a white background

    Day 7

    Let your cat enjoy Redbarn food on its own.

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    Other considerations would include: 

    • Dry vs. wet (make sure cat is hydrated)
    • Existing food fat or fiber
    • Follow correct feeding guidelines
    • Know your cat, picky eaters could take longer: 2-3 weeks  
    • Kittens can transition faster
    • Multi-cat homes, feed separately and watch stools/appetite for each
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