Pet foods come in a variety of flavors because that's what we humans like,† and we assume our pets like what we like. We have that wrong. "For cats especially," Moeller says, "change is often more difficult than monotony." Nancy
Pet foods are available in numerous flavors, largely due to human preferences, as we often project our tastes onto our pets. This assumption can be misleading, particularly for cats, according to Moeller. Cats may find it harder to adapt to changes in their diet compared to sticking with familiar, repetitive flavors.
Mary Roach, in her book "Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal," highlights this issue, shedding light on how pet food production caters to human desires rather than considering the unique preferences of pets. Understanding these differences is essential for better pet care.
