When buying dry kitten food, make sure that the first ingredient is meat, not meat by products, cornmeal, or any other type of grain or meal. Check the bag or box for an expiration date. Although dry kitten food has a long life shelf, it will become stale if the bag is left open or if it is not used quickly. Store dry kitten food in an airtight plastic container, and do not buy more than your cat or kitten will eat in a month.One benefit to feeding your young cat dry kitten food is that you can leave the food out all day (for free feeding) and it will not spoil.
