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FOOD ALLERGIES

Feeding with Marro if your cat is allergic to certain foods

Updated over 2 weeks ago

Feeding Cats with Food Allergies

At Marro, we understand that managing food allergies can feel stressful. We’re here to help you keep your cat healthy, happy, and thriving.


How Marro Supports Cats with Allergies

  • Single-Sourced Proteins: Lets you pinpoint potential allergens or avoid ones your cat is already sensitive to.

  • Unique Options: Scrumptious Pork and other novel proteins are safe and uncommon, making elimination trials easier.

  • No Common Triggers: Our meals contain no wheat, corn, soy, or added sugar, helping reduce the risk of reactions.

  • Flexible Trial Boxes: Tell us about known allergies when building your trial box, and we’ll avoid including those proteins.

  • Adjustable Recipes: Change your cat’s meals through your online account whenever you need.

Using Marro can simplify elimination trials, making it easier to identify problem proteins efficiently.


Signs Your Cat Might Have a Food Allergy

Skin & Coat:

  • Scratching or licking around the head, neck, ears, and face

  • Hair loss, scabs, or sores from grooming/scratching

  • Recurrent ear infections

Digestive Issues:

  • Vomiting, diarrhea, excessive gas

  • Weight loss or poor coat condition

Respiratory Signs:

  • Less common, but possible


What You Should Do

  • Consult your vet promptly for a full examination and review of medical history.

  • Rule out other causes before concluding a food allergy.

Elimination Trial Diet (8–12 weeks):

  1. Remove all potential allergens, especially common proteins.

  2. Introduce a novel protein your cat hasn’t eaten before.

  3. Gradually reintroduce one protein at a time:

    • Use a single-protein pouch (chicken, turkey, fish, beef) exclusively for 8 weeks.

    • If symptoms appear, your cat may be allergic to that protein.

    • If no reaction occurs, that protein is safe.

  4. Repeat with each protein to identify triggers.


Need a Little Guidance?
If you’re feeling unsure about managing food allergies or elimination trials, our friendly Customer Love team is here to support you and your cat every step of the way. We can offer advice on diet, portioning, and navigating allergies safely.


Interested in Trying Marro?
Get 50% off your first two boxes and start supporting your cat’s health with gentle, allergen-conscious meals here.

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