What should a sterilised cat eat?
A sterilised cat should eat a complete food that supports healthy weight maintenance and urinary health. After sterilisation, many cats have lower energy needs but increased appetite, so portion control and the right food matter.
What is the best food for sterilised cats?
The best food depends on your cat’s age, weight, health and vet advice. For healthy sterilised adult cats aged 1–6, Hill’s Science Plan Adult Sterilised Dry Cat Food is designed to help support lean body condition, urinary health and everyday nutrition.
Why do sterilised cats need special food?
After sterilisation, cats may become more prone to weight gain because their energy needs can decrease. Some may also need support for urinary health. A sterilised cat food is formulated with those needs in mind.
Is Hill’s Science Plan Adult Sterilised good for neutered cats?
Yes. This food is suitable for sterilised or neutered adult cats aged 1–6 years. It includes added L-carnitine to help cats stay lean and active, plus controlled minerals to support urinary health.
Does sterilised cat food help with weight control?
Sterilised cat food can help support weight management when fed in the correct portions. Hill’s Science Plan Adult Sterilised includes a weight management formula designed to help sterilised cats maintain a lean body condition.
What ingredients should I look for in sterilised cat food?
Look for complete nutrition with quality protein, controlled fat, minerals for urinary support, and ingredients that help maintain lean condition. This Hill’s formula includes chicken, L-carnitine, taurine, controlled minerals and essential vitamins and trace elements.
Is this food for adult cats or senior cats?
This product is for adult sterilised cats aged 1–6 years. Sterilised cats aged 7+ may need a mature adult or senior formula.
Is this a dry cat food?
Yes. This is dry cat food, also known as kibble. It can be fed on its own or mixed with suitable wet cat food.
What flavour is available?
This product is Chicken flavour.
What sizes are available?
Current ordered sizes are 1.5kg and 3kg, subject to stock availability.
Can this help with urinary problems?
This food has controlled mineral levels to help support urinary health in healthy sterilised cats. It is not a veterinary prescription diet. If your cat has urinary crystals, bladder inflammation, blood in the urine, blocked urination or recurring urinary problems, speak to your vet urgently.
Can this help my cat lose weight?
This food can support healthy weight management when fed in the correct portions, but it is not a veterinary weight-loss diet. If your cat is overweight, ask your vet for a safe weight-loss plan.
Is Hill’s Science Plan the same as Hill’s Prescription Diet?
No. Hill’s Science Plan is everyday nutrition for healthy pets. Hill’s Prescription Diet is veterinary nutrition for specific health conditions and should usually be used under veterinary guidance.
How much Hill’s Sterilised dry food should I feed my cat?
Feeding amounts depend on your cat’s weight, activity level and body condition. Use the feeding guide on the pack as a starting point and adjust portions to maintain a healthy weight.
How do I switch my cat to Hill’s Science Plan Sterilised?
Introduce the new food gradually over about 7 days. Mix a small amount of Hill’s with your cat’s current food, then slowly increase the Hill’s portion while reducing the old food.
Where can I buy Hill’s sterilised cat food in South Africa?
You can buy selected Hill’s sterilised cat food from The Apartment Cat, subject to stock availability.
