Pet Food Score - Petfood Advisor

Hello everyone,

I have a question about the place of carbohydrates in cat nutrition. Since cats are known to be obligate carnivores, I often read conflicting information about whether they can actually digest carbs properly or not.

Could you explain to what extent cats are able to digest and use carbohydrates (especially cooked starches in kibble or wet food), and how this fits with their physiology as carnivores? Do you think carbs can be a useful energy source for cats when used in reasonable amounts, or should they be kept as low as possible because of potential digestive or metabolic issues?

Thank you in advance for your explanations and experiences.