Whilst there are raw brands of cat food out there, most of them come with problems:
These are the good ones I know about.
Australia (east) - Organic Paws in Queensland
USA - Sourly Raw really stands out as understanding who cats are. My Pet Carnivore are good too.
Canada - Carnivora and EvolutionRaw,
However all still need the addition of whole bones to crunch on for oral health. Please be aware that I don't necessarily keep up with any changes these brands may make, so the onus is still on you to check them out.
In these uncertain times of food shortages, I suggest you stock up on freeze dried raw brands. However please check the ingredients carefully for the addition of veggies, fruit and additives as these are unsuitable at best and harmful at worst, for cats.
I don't believe freeze dried raw food is as good as fresh or freshly frozen meat, but certainly they're not as bad as canned or dry food. So stock your freezer first!
Buying from farmers markets or local farmers makes more sense. They are more inclined to look after you than supermarkets/grocery stores, where you're just a number.
The food is more likely to be better quality and fresher. Supermarkets tend to keep their products a long time.
I've had good feedback from SevenSons in America.
Shaded Grove Farm Market in Mississippi serves half of America.
EatWild lists farms who are likely to look after you, also in America.
Whole Health Agriculture is a small not-for-profit providing information, education, and support to farmers seeking alternatives to synthetic chemicals, antibiotics, and artificial interventions.
I'm no great fan of supplements. Most on the market today are synthetic, often made from petro-chemicals. In no way are they food.
I prefer to eat good food, where the REAL supplements come from.
However, algae is a good supplement as long as it comes from clean water. Algae is also acceptable for cats, unlike so many on the market. Here's a good one
There are pros and cons about microchipping. This excellent article covers just about everything about them, even though it focuses on dogs.
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