🍲 Dry Food vs Wet Food: Which Is Better for Your Pets?
It all started with Blaze dramatically turning his nose away from his bowl like a seasoned telenovela actor. I was offended. I had just upgraded his dry food to premium brand, expensive enough to make my husband raise an eyebrow and whisper, “Do we share a pantry with the Queen’s corgi?”
But Blaze wasn’t having it. Then came Stu, who flat-out refused his wet food with the air of a royal who had been served soup in a mug. Raya? She licked everything, then walked off like she was reviewing dishes on TikTok.
It became obvious we needed to rethink what we were feeding these four-legged royals.
🧪 Did You Know?
According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), dry food (kibble) helps keep your pet’s teeth cleaner by reducing plaque buildup, while wet food offers more moisture and is easier to chew—especially for older pets.
But here's the kicker: neither is superior for every pet. The best choice depends on your pet’s age, health, preferences, and yes your budget and schedule too.
💡 What I Know Now (Thanks to Blaze’s Oscars-Worthy Protest):
⭐ Dry food is easy to store, cost-effective, and less messy.
⭐ Wet food has stronger smells (yay for picky eaters), better hydration, but goes bad faster.
⭐ Cats especially can be super picky. If it smells “off,” they’re out.
⭐ Mixing wet and dry food is a real thing—it’s called mixed feeding and it works for many.
⭐ Texture and temperature matter. Blaze hates cold food. I literally warm his wet food now. 😒
🧃 What We’re Practicing at Home:
🍲 Raya gets dry food in the morning, wet food at night (she’s extra, don’t judge).
🍲 Stu gets wet food daily for hydration and digestion (he’s old and wise).
🍲 Blaze gets mixed feeding—a little kibble, a spoon of wet food, all stirred with warm water.
🍲 We watch portion sizes like hawks now. Obesity in pets is a real issue.
🍲 We always keep fresh water nearby. Dry or wet, hydration is essential.
✅ What You Should Take Seriously:
✍️ Dry food may cause dehydration if pets aren’t big drinkers, especially cats.
✍️Wet food must be refrigerated once opened and used within 2-3 days.
✍️Always check ingredients: some cheaper wet foods have fillers and sugar (yes, sugar!).
✍️If your pet has dental issues, dry food may be painful to chew.
✍️ Don’t switch abruptly—transition slowly to avoid digestive upsets.
🛒 All time Faves That Helped Me Win the Feeding Battle:
✅ Pet-Safe Automatic 2-Meal Pet Feeder – for mixed feeding days
✅ Wellness CORE Grain-Free Dry Dog Food
✅ Tiki Cat Aloha Friends Variety Pack – for picky cats like Stu
📺 How the Drama Ended
After three brand swaps and one emergency vet consult (turns out Blaze was just “bored” 🙄), we finally found a routine that works. Mornings are crunchy, evenings are gourmet. Stu now purrs louder than the blender. Raya… well, she’s still a food critic in fur.
📝 Final Thoughts:
⏹️ There’s no one-size-fits-all with pet feeding.
⏹️ Know your pet, experiment wisely, and don’t be guilt-tripped by pet food commercials.
⏹️ Mix and match if you must, but always monitor their health, weight, and behavior.
🐾 Up Next: "Feeding Pets Raw Food: Benefits, Risks, and How to Do It Safely"
Spoiler: No, your dog won’t turn into a wild wolf overnight. And yes, I once mistook raw pet meat for pepper soup ingredients. 😳
😂 Affiliate Disclosure:
Some links above help me earn a commission. Basically, Blaze eats royal food because you clicked. Thank you for funding his ego (and Raya’s treat stash). No animals were bribed in writing this blog... okay maybe Stu was.
Signing out!
Nene Ajayi,
Feeder of picky pets, taster of nothing, buyer of everything.
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