The ideal feline diet is one based on animal protein. Most people understand this. The next question is, which animals? For my cats, I like to choose meats that are closer to the animals a feral cat might consume — you wouldn’t see a colony of cats running down a cow or sheep. Birds, in …
Salmon contains numerous vitamins, omega 3 acids, proteins, and minerals, which is why it’s considered really healthy for human consumption. This tasty and nutritious brain food is also recommended to people battling depression, stress, and those who are diabetic. But does all this nutritional value apply to our feline friends? Well, cats seem to like …
Cats tend to gravitate towards whatever their owners are eating and drinking. This can be frustrating, especially when your feline companion has her own water dish and a full bowl of food sitting in the kitchen. Why does your cat insist on trying to drink your cappuccino or steal your sandwich when she has the …
Cats can have some very peculiar eating habits. I’ve known two cats who would beg plaintively for frozen peas, one who was obsessed with noodles and several who would practically tear your arm off for just a sliver of cheddar cheese. My friend’s rescue cat, who once lived as a stray on the streets of …
Part of being a caring and responsible pet owner is ensuring that your pet receives the appropriate nutrition. Species, age and health all come into choosing the best food for your pet. I often encounter people who assume that cat and dog food are interchangeable, if not identical; it’s widely believed that manufacturers simply cram …
Feeding a cat properly is more complicated than you might think. While it’s tempting to toss a cup or two of dry food in her bowl whenever she fusses for a snack, this can lead to health problems down the line. The type and amount of food you give your cat will depend on a …
Cats can have some very odd eating habits. One of the commonest is to beg for — and sometimes steal — food intended for human. This is sometimes a problem because what’s edible for us may actually be very bad for cats. I’ve known cats who go wild for foods like yeast pate, cheese, melon …
Kittenhood is a very special time for a cat and her guardian. She’s growing up fast, her weight doubling or even tripling in the first few weeks of her life. This rapid development requires very careful feeding in order to support your kitten’s growth. Without the right food — and enough of it — kittens …
It is sometimes said that cats do not require much looking after, but one area where most cat owners are keen to make the right choice and give their cat the best care is in relation to nutrition. The main decision that needs to be made in this area is the choice between wet and …
As a cat owner, you want to keep your pet as healthy as possible, and one of the best ways to do this is through good nutrition. However, a lot of people are unaware of what foods they can and cannot give their cat, aside from conventional cat food. In particular, many owners are unsure …
