Oh boy, I think you may be in for food lectures galore!

I think most cat owners will agree that you should stick with a crunchy food (notice I am NOT saying "kibble," for those of you who don't advocate kibbles!) and use canned, or wet food rarely as a treat only. The canned food sticks to their teeth and over a short 3 to 5 years you could be dealing with dental issues.

I have always used Hill's Science Diet. It was recommended by my vet when I got my first cat ever, about 12 years ago. I have always been pleased with the results. So at age 1, I put them on the adult formula. And I give them half a can as a treat once a week. Then you get to think about whether to use the hair ball control formula. I have used that with some success; until Ebony arrived in July of this year. It gives her the runs! So she has to stay away from that variety. She is OK with petromalt once a week. And I haven't seen ANY hairballs from her since she arrived!

I am sure you will get lots more ideas and opinions from the PTers!