Feeding Cats

If your cat has been diagnosed with a urinary tract disease called feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD), you may have been told that you need to put your cat on a special diet. FLUTD is not...

Prescription foods are often suggested for cats suffering from feline kidney disease. These foods are typically low in protein and ash. Some veterinarians feel that prescription diets can add...

Kidney disease strikes many felines, especially in their senior years. The main function of the kidneys is the urinary system and secondary functions are the regulation of electrolytes, blood...

Cats are carnivores. Therefore, overall a cat does not require dietary plant fiber to maintain a healthy diet. However, there are instances in which plant fiber, including that found in psyllium...

Feline diabetes is common in overweight cats, though some cats that aren't overweight may still develop this condition. If your cat has been diagnosed with feline diabetes you know that there is a...

Feline diabetes and chronic renal failure (CRF) are two common diseases that can be brought on by a lack of proper nutrition. By understanding your cat's nutritional needs and providing optimal...

Many cat owners prepare food for their feline friends. Some owners feed their cats table scraps and other so-called treats. This is often done in the name of love, but it is not necessarily...

Do you wonder if you are feeding your cat the right food? Did you recently bring a new cat into your home and want to choose the right food for its needs? Follow these guidelines when choosing cat...

Feline lower urinary tract disease is a common malady in both male and female cats. Reasons for the condition include inflammation of the bladder and urethra caused by stones or crystals that...

Cats are carnivores. In nature, wild cats eat their prey raw. Yet, in recent decades, most pet cats have been given a diet of commercial kibble and canned food. The ingredients and processing...

Cats don't produce amylase, which is an enzyme required for the digestion of carbohydrates. Unfortunately, the main ingredients in commercially prepared cat foods are carbohydrates. Other issues...

There is nothing cute about a pudgy or downright obese cat. As with a human, obesity in a cat contributes to major health problems, such as kidney and renal failure. The key is putting your fat...