Tuna & Sardine Pate
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
- 2 cans (3.75 oz) sardines in water, drained
- 1/2 cup cooked pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup water or low-sodium fish broth
- 1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna and sardines. Use a fork to mash or blend into a consistent, pate-like texture.
- Add the cooked pumpkin puree and mix thoroughly until evenly distributed.
- Stir in the beaten egg yolk and olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth, cohesive pate.
- Gradually add water or broth to reach desired consistency, mixing well.
- Portion into daily servings and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.
💊 Required Supplements
Add per 1 cup of prepared food: 1/4 teaspoon of taurine supplement (approx. 250mg), 1/8 teaspoon of calcium carbonate powder (providing ~200mg calcium), and 1/2 of a human adult multivitamin tablet (crushed), ensuring it contains vitamin E and B-complex. Always consult your veterinarian for precise dosing based on your cat's weight and health status.
Nutritional Analysis
1/4 cup (for a 10lb cat)| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 22g (48% DM) |
| Fat | 9g (20% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 4g (9% DM) |
| Fiber | 1g (2% DM) |
| Moisture | 65% |
| Calcium | 0.8% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.7% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.14:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Ensure all fish is packed in water with no added salt, onions, or garlic. Cook the egg yolk lightly to reduce avidin activity. Thaw frozen portions in the refrigerator, never at room temperature. Discard any uneaten food left out for more than 2 hours.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do not substitute tuna with canned tuna in oil, brine, or with added flavors, as these can be harmful. Avoid replacing sardines with other fish high in thiaminase (like raw clams) without cooking. Do not omit the taurine supplement, as deficiency can lead to serious heart and eye problems in cats.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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