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Fatty Feline Fare

This is a dense satisfying formula for a cat -- rich in animal fat at a level comparable to that in the wild feline diet. Stick to the suggested grains and use only bone meal for the calcium source to insure adequate total amounts of protein, phosphorus, and calcium. Many markets will grind beef heart for you. They often prefer that you phone them in advance so they can have it ready.

1 cup millet (or 3 cups cooked) or grain substitute
1 egg
2 lbs (= 4 cups) raw chuck roast (or the regular, fattier grades of beef heart or hamburger -- or else roaster chicken with skin)
3 Tbs Healthy Powder
1-1/2 Tbs bone meal
10,000 i.u. vitamin A
100-200 i.u. vitamin E
500 mg taurine (optional)
1 tsp fresh vegetable with each meal (optional)

Bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the millet, cover, and simmer 20-30 minutes or until the water is absorbed. You may need to add a bit more water during cooking. When done, stir in the egg to let it set a bit from the heat. Then mix in the remaining ingredients. Freeze whatever cannot be eaten in 2-3 days.

Grain Substitute: 2 cups rolled oats (+ 4 cups water = 4 cups cooked) or 1 cup bulgur (+ 2 cups water = 2-1/2 cups cooked)

Daily Ration:

small cats: 1/3 - 1/2 cup
medium cats: 1/2 - 2/3 cup
large cats: 3/4 - 1 cup