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Kitten Cod & Rice Porridge
A loose porridge of flaked cod and soft rice, easy for a kitten to lap up and gentle on a small stomach.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Yields
About 2 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 200 g skinless cod fillet
- 1/2 cup cooked white rice
- 3/4 cup water
Steps
- Poach the cod in the water for 8 minutes, until it flakes apart.
- Check the flakes carefully and lift out any bones.
- Mash the fish with the rice and the poaching water into a loose porridge.
- Cool to room temperature before serving.
Substitutions
- Haddock in place of the cod.
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your cat's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
⅜ cup per meal, 4 meals a day
1 kg12 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 2 kg | ~1/4 cup per meal, 4 meals a day |
| 3 kg | ~1/3 cup per meal, 3 meals a day |
| 5 kg | ~1/2 cup per meal |
Nutrition & calorie check
Estimated calories per serving compared to your pet's daily energy need.
Nutrition estimate
Rough estimate from common ingredient values, not a substitute for a veterinary nutrition plan.
Whole recipe
366 kcal
Per cup
183 kcal
Daily energy need
238 kcal
One serving uses ~77% of daily calories183 / 238 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cow's milk (most cats cannot digest it)
- Raw, smoked, or cured fish
- Fish bones of any size
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 2 days. Best made fresh.
Vet disclaimer: Companion Paws Kitchen recipes are educational. They are not a substitute for veterinary advice or a complete-and-balanced commercial diet. Always consult your vet before introducing new foods, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors, pregnant pets, or pets with medical conditions.
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