Choosing the right food for your cat can feel overwhelming. A quick Google search for “best cat food” often brings up glossy lists filled with supermarket names and mass-market brands. While these guides may look convincing, many of them overlook the real winners: high-meat, natural cat foods designed to support your cat’s true nutritional needs.
At The Pets Larder, we believe that “best” should mean healthy, natural, and biologically appropriate—not just heavily advertised. That’s why we’re shining a light on four standout ranges that tick all the right boxes: Evie, Canagan, Carnilove, and Eden.
If you’re searching for the best cat food 2025—grain-free, natural, and trusted by cat owners who care about quality—this guide has everything you need.
Cats are obligate carnivores. This means they thrive on meat, not cereals or fillers. Unfortunately, many well-known cat foods still bulk out recipes with wheat, maize, or soy, which can lead to:
Digestive issues
Weight gain
Skin and coat problems
Long-term health risks
By contrast, natural cat foods such as Evie, Canagan, Carnilove, and Eden prioritise meat, fish, and natural botanicals, ensuring your cat gets the protein, taurine, and nutrients they need for energy, strong muscles, and overall wellbeing.
Switching to a natural diet often leads to:
Shinier coats
Better digestion
More stable weight
Improved energy and vitality
When we talk about the best cat food, it’s these visible, long-term benefits that really count.
Grain-free, high-meat recipes inspired by your cat’s ancestral diet.
Canagan has become one of the UK’s most trusted natural brands, and for good reason. With recipes packed full of freshly prepared chicken, salmon, or duck, it’s designed to mirror the balance of protein and fat your cat would naturally eat in the wild.
Key Benefits:
60–65% meat or fish content
100% grain-free for easy digestion
UK-made, with high sourcing standards
Available in both dry and wet foods
Balanced with vegetables, herbs, and botanicals
Best For: Cats of all ages, especially those with sensitivities to grains.
Premium, high-protein food inspired by nature’s blueprint.
Eden takes natural nutrition to another level, with up to 85% meat and fish content in many recipes. Every recipe is grain-free, with added taurine for heart and eye health, plus joint-supporting supplements for active cats.
Key Benefits:
80–85% meat or fish (one of the highest on the market)
Rich in omega-3 & omega-6 for skin and coat health
Includes taurine, glucosamine, and MSM for overall wellbeing
Mimics the ancestral feline diet
Dry and wet options available
Best For: Active cats, kittens, or owners who want premium, high-protein nutrition.
Wild-inspired recipes with unique protein sources.
Carnilove embraces the idea that cats should eat as their wild cousins do. Each recipe is completely grain- and potato-free, with high meat percentages and novel proteins like reindeer, duck, or lamb.
Key Benefits:
70–75% meat or fish content
Grain- and potato-free
Wide range of flavours, including wild meats
Great for cats with food sensitivities or allergies
Balanced with herbs, forest fruits, and vegetables
Best For: Cats with allergies, fussy eaters, or those who enjoy variety.
Exclusive to The Pets Larder: quality natural cat food at an affordable price.
Evie is our own carefully developed range of natural cat food, created with the same philosophy we apply to all our products: high-meat, grain-free, and nutritionally balanced. Designed to be both healthy and affordable, Evie offers cat owners a way to feed naturally without compromise.
Key Benefits:
60–65% freshly prepared meat
100% grain-free and hypoallergenic
Balanced with vegetables, herbs, and essential vitamins
Carefully formulated for everyday nutrition
Affordable without cutting corners on quality
Best For: Cat owners looking for value + quality in a natural food.
| Brand | Meat Content | Grain-Free | Unique Features | Price per Day* | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canagan | 60–65% | ✅ | UK-made, premium | £0.73 | Everyday wellness |
| Eden | 80–85% | ✅ | Ancestral diet, taurine boost | £0.71 | High-energy cats |
| Carnilove | 70–75% | ✅ | Novel proteins, wild recipes | £0.49 | Sensitive stomachs |
| Evie | 60–65% | ✅ | Affordable natural option | £0.62 | Budget-friendly natural |
*Approximate cost based on average adult cat portion.
When choosing the right food, consider:
Your Cat’s Age
Kittens need higher protein and fat for growth.
Senior cats benefit from foods with joint support.
Activity Level
Outdoor, energetic cats thrive on higher-protein diets like Eden.
Indoor cats may do better on balanced, moderate-energy foods like Evie or Canagan.
Sensitivities & Allergies
Cats with sensitive stomachs or grain allergies will benefit from Carnilove’s novel proteins or Eden’s simple, natural recipes.
Budget
Premium foods are worth it for long-term health, but Evie makes natural feeding accessible without breaking the bank.
Mainstream “best cat food” lists often include big brands that rely heavily on marketing. But the truth is:
Many contain fillers like cereals.
Protein content can be as low as 4–8% meat.
Recipes often use animal derivatives instead of clearly stated ingredients.
By comparison, Evie, Canagan, Carnilove, and Eden are transparent, natural, and biologically appropriate—making them the true best cat foods in 2025.
If you want the very best for your feline companion, look beyond the heavily marketed supermarket names. Natural brands like Evie, Canagan, Carnilove, and Eden put nutrition first, offering grain-free, high-meat recipes designed to support your cat’s health at every stage of life.
✅ Evie – affordable natural feeding every day
✅ Canagan – UK-made grain-free favourite
✅ Carnilove – wild recipes for sensitive cats
✅ Eden – premium ancestral diet, 85% meat
At The Pets Larder, we believe the “best cat food” should always mean natural, nourishing, and transparent. Your cat deserves nothing less.
➡️ Shop our full range of natural cat foods today and discover the difference.
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