Join our diet transition study
Examining the health benefits of different diets in cats
What is this study?
Welcome to our Diet Transition Study. We’re conducting this research study to understand how various diets affect the health and well-being of cats. It’ll be conducted 100% at home, so it’s convenient for both you and your cat to participate.
In this study, we will provide different types of cat food to participants and observe the effects on their cats' health over a period of time. By participating, you'll contribute valuable information and will help improve the understanding of feline nutrition and health.
More about this study
Duration: The study will last for 12 weeks, during which time you'll be asked to feed your cat specific diets provided by us.
At-Home Setup: You'll conduct the study in the comfort of your own home, so it’s convenient for both you and your cat.
Data Collection: We'll ask you to track your cat's health and behaviour throughout the study via a series of surveys.
Physical Activity (optional): Pending availability and your consent, some of you will receive a physical activity tracker to put on your cat’s collar. (We’ll provide the collar if you need one).
Support: KatKin’s scientists will be available to answer any questions you may have and provide guidance throughout the study.
Why join our study
Contribute to Science: Your participation will help advance our understanding of feline nutrition and health, benefiting cats worldwide.
Free Food: You'll receive free cat food throughout the 12-week study period. All foods used in our study are available on the market, nutritionally complete, and meet all of the FEDIAF requirements.
Physical Activity Data (optional): Pending availability, we will lend you an activity tracker for the entire study period. You’ll have access to the activity data from your phone 24/7, which includes information on your cat’s playing, walking, jumping, sleeping, and resting.
£100 Voucher: Upon completion of the study, you'll receive an Amazon voucher of up to £100 as a thank-you for your time and contribution to science. As the study progresses, you’ll unlock credit by successfully completing all study tasks.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for cats (and their parents, of course!) that are:
Generally healthy
Between the age of 1 - 10 years old
Not currently fed KatKin
Fed a combination of a dry and wet diet
Do not require a long transition period when switching food
Spend most of their time indoors
Live in a household with no other cats or dogs
If you believe you know a cat that fits these descriptions, they may be qualified to join our study at KatKin.
How to join our study
Interested in joining our study? Please fill out the form below to see if you and your cat are qualified. We'll reach out to you with further instructions if your cat meets our participation criteria.
Know someone who may be qualified? Tell them to fill out the screening form and if they are qualified to join study, you'll receive a 50% discount code! This special discount only limits to current KatKin customers and can be used once even if more than one of your friends join the study.
Contact us
Cat not qualified? Find out why here. Cats that don’t qualify to join our study will still receive a 30% discount code to give KatKin a try simply by completing our screening form.
Already in the study? Have any questions about the instructions? Find out what’s next for you and your cat here.
Have any questions or concerns about the study? Please don't hesitate to contact us at diet-study@katkin.com.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of cats everywhere. Your participation matters. Thank you for considering joining our study.