Wheat, oat and barley are the three grasses sold as cat grass. Each one suits a different cat. This guide sets them side by side so you can choose with confidence.
Quick definition
What Is Cat Grass?
Cat grass is a category
Cat grass is the young grass of cereal plants such as wheat, oat and barley, grown for cats to nibble. It gives an indoor cat a plant of its own, and a safer one than many decorative houseplants.
Cat grass vs wheatgrass
Wheatgrass is one type of cat grass. Oat grass and barley grass are the others we grow. A box labeled wheatgrass for cats is simply cat grass grown from wheat.
Wheatgrass vs cat grass
The useful question is which grass suits your cat. Wheat is a fine choice, and so are oat and barley. The cards below show what sets each one apart.
Three grasses
The Grasses, Compared
Wheat Grass
A daily ritual for cats prone to stress
Soft and fine, wheat becomes part of your cat's day, something to return to whenever they need it. The grass naturally contains chlorophyll, vitamins C and E, and trace minerals.
Soft, fine grass
Chlorophyll
Vitamins C & E
Trace minerals
Best for
Cats prone to stress
Oat Grass
For cats who are particular about what they eat
Oat is crisp grass that naturally contains fiber and minerals.
Crisp grass
Fiber
Minerals
Best for
Fussy eaters
Side by side
Wheat Grass vs Oat Grass vs Barley Grass
| Wheat Grass | Oat Grass | Barley Grass | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best answer | Choose wheat for cats prone to stress: soft, fine grass to return to every day. | Choose oat for particular eaters: crisp grass. | Choose barley for adult and senior cats: broad leaves with more in every bite. |
| Texture | Soft, fine grass | Crisp grass | Broad leaves, harvested young |
| Naturally contains | Chlorophyll, vitamins C and E, trace minerals | Fiber and minerals | Natural antioxidants, vitamins C and E, carotenoids |
| Best for | Cats prone to stress | Fussy eaters | Adult and senior cats |
Safety
Is Cat Grass Safe? A Better Houseplant Alternative
Wheat, oat and barley are cat-safe cereal grasses. Grown organic and free of pesticides, they give an indoor cat something green to nibble that is far safer than many decorative houseplants.
Use organic, cat-safe grass
Choose organic, pesticide-free grass grown for cats. Every Sprouties box is organic, hydroponic, non-GMO and UAE-grown, and it arrives ready to nibble anywhere in the UAE.
Offer it in small sessions
Leave the box where your cat can reach it and let them nibble when they like. If they eat a lot in one go, set it aside for a while and offer it again later.
Keep the box fresh
A box stays fresh for about 7 days from harvest. Add a little water at the base of the box, never on the grass.
Choosing
Which Cat Grass Should I Choose?
Start with your cat rather than the grass. All three help with hairballs, so the choice rests on temperament and age, and on what your cat enjoys once the box arrives.
Best grass for cats with hairballs
Any of the three. Wheat, oat and barley all help with hairballs, so choose the one that suits your cat and keep a fresh box within reach.
Best grass for particular eaters
Oat. It is crisp grass, which suits a cat who is particular about what they eat.
Best grass for variety
Rotate wheat, oat and barley if your cat enjoys a change. If you are unsure where to start, take the quiz at sprouties.ae/pages/start.
FAQ
Cat Grass Questions
What is cat grass?
Cat grass is the young grass of cat-safe cereal plants such as wheat, oat and barley, grown for cats to nibble. It gives an indoor cat fresh grass of its own.
Is wheatgrass the same as cat grass?
Wheatgrass is one type of cat grass. Cat grass is the wider category and includes oat grass and barley grass as well.
Is wheatgrass good for cats?
Yes, when it is fresh, organic and grown for cats. Wheat suits cats prone to stress as a daily ritual. It naturally contains chlorophyll, vitamins C and E, and trace minerals, and like all three grasses it helps with hairballs.
What is the best grass for cats?
Fresh, organic grass grown for cats and free of pesticides. Beyond that, the best grass is the one that suits your cat, which is why we grow three.
Which cat grass should I choose?
Choose by your cat: wheat for cats prone to stress, oat for particular eaters, and barley for adult and senior cats. If you are unsure, take the quiz at sprouties.ae/pages/start or rotate all three.
Is cat grass a good houseplant alternative?
Yes. Many decorative houseplants are unsafe for cats to chew, while cat grass is grown to be nibbled. Keeping a fresh box within reach gives your cat a better option.
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