Best Taurine-Rich Foods for Cats

Ranked by taurine content among foods safe for cats in the Creature Feast catalog.

Chicken per 100g dark meat: 170–200mg taurine Dark chicken meat (thighs and drumsticks) is one of the richest sources of taurine available. Cooking reduces taurine content somewhat, but dark poultry meat remains the gold standard.

Turkey per 100g dark meat: 150–180mg taurine Turkey dark meat is an excellent taurine source, comparable to chicken. The darker the meat, the higher the taurine content.

Salmon per 100g cooked: 90–130mg taurine Salmon provides a generous dose of taurine along with omega-3 fatty acids, making it a nutrient-dense choice for cats.

Tuna per 100g cooked: 70–120mg taurine Tuna is a solid taurine source. Feed in moderation due to mercury concerns and the risk of tuna addiction in cats.

Eggs per whole egg cooked: 10–20mg taurine Eggs provide moderate taurine, concentrated in the yolk. Serve cooked to avoid biotin-binding avidin in raw egg whites.

Canned Sardines per 100g: 60–100mg taurine Canned sardines offer taurine along with calcium (from the bones) and omega-3s. Choose varieties packed in water without added salt.

Mealworms per 100g cooked: 40–70mg taurine Lean ground beef provides moderate taurine. Red meat generally has less taurine than dark poultry meat but is still a meaningful contributor.

Swiss Chard per 100g cooked: 40–60mg taurine Ground turkey provides taurine, though the lighter meat blend typically contains less than whole dark turkey cuts.