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Whitefish & Pumpkin Pâté

A smooth, spoonable wet meal of poached whitefish blended with pumpkin.

25 minutes
Makes 4

Homemade guidance, not veterinary advice

Debone the whitefish thoroughly and cook it fully, since bones and raw fish aren't appropriate for cats. This pâté is plain, with no onion, garlic, or seasoning, but it isn't a certified complete diet on its own — this is homemade guidance, not veterinary advice, so check with your vet before feeding it regularly.

Instructions

4 steps
  1. 1

    Poach the whitefish in water until it flakes easily, about 8 minutes, checking carefully for bones.

  2. 2

    Let the fish cool slightly, then flake it and check again for any bones.

  3. 3

    Blend the fish, pumpkin, and yogurt with a splash of the cooking water until smooth and spoonable.

  4. 4

    Cool completely before serving in small portions.

Nutrition character

A smooth, moisture-rich pâté of gentle white fish blended with a little pumpkin — a soft, protein-forward wet meal with added moisture.

Serving guide

Offer a few spoonfuls per meal, adjusted to your cat's size and appetite — this is a soft wet meal, so portion it as you would a serving of wet food.

Benefits

  • High moisture content
  • Lean, gentle white-fish protein
  • Smooth pâté texture cats like
  • Pumpkin adds a little fiber

Storage

Keeps refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or frozen in small portions for up to 2 months.

Suitable for

Adult cats who prefer a smooth, moisture-rich wet meal.

Common questions

Why is a pâté texture good for cats?

Many cats prefer a smooth, spoonable texture, and blending in cooking water raises the moisture content, which can help cats who don't drink much water on their own.

Is this a complete meal for a cat?

It works as a soft wet meal but isn't guaranteed to be complete and balanced alone; check with your vet about rounding out your cat's diet.

What fish counts as whitefish?

Mild white fish like cod, haddock, or pollock work well — just make sure it's fully cooked and carefully deboned.

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