When it comes to dental health, your Sphynx cat’s diet plays a much bigger role than most owners realize. While many pet parents assume kibble is enough, the truth is cats need to chew real meat to keep their mouths healthy.
Why Chewing Real Meat Matters for Your Sphynx
✔️ Strengthens Jaw Muscles
Cats are natural hunters. In the wild, they would bite, tear, and shred through prey daily. This instinctive chewing action strengthens their jaw muscles, keeping your Sphynx’s bite strong and functional throughout their life.
✔️ Naturally Cleans Teeth
Raw meat provides a natural toothbrush. The tearing and gnawing motion scrapes away plaque before it hardens into tartar, lowering the risk of painful dental disease, gum infections, and even tooth loss.
✔️ Supports Overall Health
Chewing raw meat isn’t just about dental benefits. A balanced, species-appropriate raw diet also promotes:
The Kibble Myth: Why Dry Food Doesn’t Clean Teeth
Many people think feeding dry kibble helps scrape away plaque — but that’s a persistent myth. Here’s why kibble isn’t enough:
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Most cats crunch kibble once or twice and then swallow it whole.
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Kibble’s starch content can actually feed harmful bacteria in the mouth, making dental issues worse.
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The texture doesn’t mimic natural chewing the way raw meat or bones do.
Raw-fed cats naturally maintain healthier teeth because their food works with their biology — not against it.
Signs Your Sphynx May Have Dental Problems
Even with raw feeding, it’s smart to watch for warning signs of dental disease:
If you notice these, schedule a vet checkup. Dental health problems, if ignored, can lead to infections and even affect the heart, kidneys, and other organs.
How to Encourage Chewing in Your Sphynx
💡 Want to maximize dental benefits from raw feeding? Try adding:
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Chunkier cuts of meat (instead of ground only)
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Raw meaty bones like chicken necks or wings (only under guidance to ensure safety)
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Chew-friendly proteins such as turkey thighs or rabbit pieces
Not only does this support oral health, but it also provides mental enrichment by allowing your cat to engage its natural chewing instincts.
The Bottom Line
Feeding raw and fresh doesn’t have to be overwhelming. You can start small and explore what works best for your cat:
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With Love,
April Arguin A.S., C.P.N., M.P.H.
(aka) PetCoach-April
