This is a specific conversation about Cat treats — what cats actually like — ask about yours and get one honest answer for your exact situation.
inparticular.ai
A Sphynx and an outdoor moggy under the same roof — that's a lovely combination, but finding one treat they'll both go for is genuinely tricky. Cats are famously fussy, and they tend to respond best to strongly-scented, meat-based options while turning their nose up at anything sweet or grain-heavy. The best treats are high-protein and low in additives. Before I suggest anything, it helps to know: is this for training, enrichment, or just rewarding? And does either cat have any dietary restrictions I should know about?
Mainly just rewarding them both — the Sphynx gets treats when she's being handled for grooming, and the moggy gets them when he comes in at night. No known allergies but the Sphynx is prone to digestive issues so I try to keep things simple ingredient-wise.
inparticular.ai
That's really useful. Sphynxes can have sensitive digestive systems, so keeping the ingredient list short is exactly the right instinct. The outdoor moggy is probably less fussy, but a treat that's rich in real meat will appeal to both — especially him, since he's used to hunting and responding to strong smells. What's the Sphynx currently eating day-to-day — wet food, dry, or a mix?
She's on wet food mostly, a high-protein grain-free brand. The moggy gets the same wet food topped up with some dry biscuits.
inparticular.ai
Perfect — they're both already accustomed to high-quality protein, which means they're likely to be even more selective about treats. You want something that matches that standard rather than something full of cereal or flavourings. My recommendation is Thrive ProReward 100% Chicken Cat Treats. They're made from a single ingredient — freeze-dried chicken breast — nothing else. No grains, no additives, no flavour enhancers. That simplicity is ideal for the Sphynx's digestion, and the intense chicken smell means the outdoor moggy won't be able to resist them either. They're lightweight and easy to break into smaller pieces, which is handy for the grooming reward routine.
That sounds ideal. Are they strong enough in smell to actually get the moggy's attention when he's just come in from outside?
inparticular.ai
Yes — freeze-drying preserves the natural scent really well, so they're noticeably more aromatic than your average baked treat. Cats that spend time outdoors and are used to hunting tend to respond very well to that concentrated smell. A lot of owners specifically mention that even the pickiest outdoor cats come running. You shouldn't have a problem.
Great, I'll give those a try. Thanks.
inparticular.ai
Good luck — I think both cats will take to them well. If the Sphynx ever seems to want something with a slightly different texture, Thrive also do a freeze-dried prawn version with the same clean ingredient standard, which is worth knowing about. But start with the chicken and see how they both get on.
