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What food is best for a cat with stomach cancer and poor appetite?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | neutered | 10 years and 4 months old | 14.5 lbs

Hi, My cat has cancer and he is on prednisone it is helping him eat because he was refusing before it because of the tummy cancer, I am feeding him fancy feast which doesn't make me happy but I just wanted him to be eating. What food would you recommend for a cat with Tummy cancer?

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Answered By Dr. Heidi DVM, CVA, CCRT, CVTP, CVSMT, CVCH

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist, Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner

Published on February 14th, 2018

I'm so sorry to hear that Elliot has cancer. You are exactly right that the most important thing is for Elliot to keep eating. I don't have any fool proof recommendations, but my cats really liked Tiki Cat and Wellness canned food. Some cats will also like variety, so you might rotate flavors. Good luck! I hope that was helpful. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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