Senior Cats Don’t Require Senior Cat Food

In a recent study, foods labeled for senior cats and adult cats were found to be similar, with those marketed for seniors usually having more fiber. Alex Zotov/Shutterstock

Q: I am very careful to buy only senior cat food for Joon, my healthy 10-year-old cat. Sometimes, it’s hard to find. Is it necessary for her to eat senior food?

A: No, it’s not necessary for Joon to eat senior cat food.