NBC Select updates editor Mili Godio is a fan of Royal Canin, too: Godio has been feeding her 6-year-old havanese and bichon frise mix, Bella, this dry food since she was just a few months old.

Here's a closer look at dry versus wet cat food, including how each type is made, what sets them apart, and why you might opt for one over the other — or even a mix of the two. The differences ...