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All cats are carnivores, so they get all their nutrients from meat. If a cat has access outside, it could eat small birds, mice, rats, and other small animals. Cat food with a high meat content is very ideal, as it provides the cat with all it needs.

As for liquid, cats do not drink much. They have evolved to get all needed moisture from their prey, which is why feeding some wet food daily or investing in something like a pet water fountain is important.

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Cats allowed to hunt will eat the prey they catch, often: mice and other small mammals, bugs and Spiders, fish, and birds. Domestic cats should get prepared cat food, either dry or wet. If you want to make your own cat food, check with a vet first to make sure you are providing a complete diet and not giving the cat too much fat (e.g.). The best thing for cats to drink is water; while some of them like milk, not all do, and once they are weaned, cats lose the enzymes that process lactose, so milk can have bad effects on their digestion.

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