Best budget cat treats for Exotic Shorthairs

Cats are notoriously fussy about treats — they tend to go for strongly-scented, meat-based options and will often flat-out reject anything sweet or grain-heavy. The best picks are high-protein and low in additives. That said, budget really does matter, and there are genuinely good value options out there — you don't need to spend a lot to find something a cat will actually eat. Is this for training, rewarding, or just a bit of daily enrichment? And does your cat have any health conditions or dietary restrictions I should know about?

That's really helpful. Exotic Shorthairs are generally good eaters and not as finicky as some breeds, which works in your favour. Before I suggest something — does she have any preference you've noticed? Crunchy biscuit-style treats, or soft and creamy ones? And is she a healthy weight, or is she on the chunkier side? Some Exotics do tend to carry a bit extra, which affects what I'd point you toward.

Good to know — that actually narrows things down nicely. Given she's a little on the heavier side, you want something you can give in small amounts rather than a big crunchy treat she'll demolish quickly. My recommendation is Dreamies Creamy Snacks — the chicken variety specifically. They come in small tubes, each one is a single lick-sized portion, so they feel generous to the cat but you're not overloading her with calories. They're meat-based, cats are almost universally mad for them, and a multipack works out to well under £1 per tube. For a household managing two pets on a budget, they go a long way because a little genuinely satisfies. They're widely available on Amazon UK and usually cheaper there than in supermarkets when you buy a multipack of 10 or 16.

One or two tubes a day is plenty for a cat her size — especially given the vet's comment about her weight. Each tube is tiny, so it feels like a treat to her without adding much calorically. If you're using it purely as a reward rather than a regular snack, one tube per session is more than enough. She'll look at you like you've handed her something precious, which is half the fun.

I think she'll be a fan. Dreamies Creamy Snacks in chicken is one of those rare things that's genuinely affordable and genuinely works — you're not compromising on quality to save money. Hope both your pets enjoy their treats.