My 10-year-old Skye is deaf in one ear, but that's not the issue. I've noticed that when a kitten in the household suddenly stops finishing meals of wet food, it's often due to texture. I've seen this with other cats. Is it the texture or something else? I prefer direct answers.
Texture. Always texture. I had a cat that would eat paté but not gravy. Check Gravy or paté for finicky cats for details. If the bowl is dirty, that's another thing. See Biofilm on cat food bowls.
Could be the temperature. I warm up my cats' food a little. Microwaving wet food for cats has tips. Also, kittens can be weird about portions. Kitten eating patterns and portion sizes explains it.
I would check for any changes in the food brand. Sometimes they change the recipe slightly. Transitioning a cat to a new food might help if you're switching. Also, ensure the food is fresh. Wet food brands that finicky cats actually eat lists some good options.
I see. If it's not texture or temperature, it could be health. When a kitten refuses food: red flags lists the signs to watch for. But if the kitten is otherwise active, it's likely just being picky.
Don't overthink it. Kittens are fickle. Try a different brand. Wet food brands that finicky cats actually eat has some that work for most cats.
Also, make sure the bowl is clean. Biofilm can make food taste off. Biofilm on cat food bowls explains how to clean it properly.
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