Cat Food and Nutrition
This
page provides articles on kitten and cat nutrition and feeding. For more cat articles, visit the Cat Care page.
Cat Food and Nutrition Articles
Cat Food - Wet, Semi-Moist, Dry, and Raw (an overview of the benefits and problems associated with various cat food choices)
Should You Feed a Cat Wet Food or Dry? (what veterinarians have to say on the subject of wet cat food versus dry)
How Often Should You Feed Kittens and Adult Cats (ideal frequency of feeding for kittens, adult cats, and senior cats)
How Much Should You Feed a Cat/How Much Should You Feed a Kitten? (feeding guidelines for wet and dry cat foods)
Homemade Cat Treat Recipes (three quick and easy recipes for baked cat treats)
Can You Feed Cats Canned Tuna Made for Humans? (dangers associated with regularly feeding tuna)
Cat Nutrition: Natural Diets and Homemade Food (includes information on both raw and cooked diets, as well as links to cat food recipes)
Health Benefits of High-Protein Diets for Cats (how to choose the best high-protein foods for cats and how to calculate the protein content of cat foods)
High-Carb Diets Cause Health Problems in Cats (illnesses that can be triggered by cheap, grain-heavy cat food)
Should Cats Be Fed Milk? (problems associated with feeding milk to pets)
Hypoallergenic Diets for Pets (explains what a hypoallergenic diet is, and how to implement one)
Is It Safe to Feed a Cat Eggs? (health risks associated with feeding raw eggs)
What to Feed a Kitten (includes a recipe for kitten mush)
How to Care for Young Orphaned Kittens (includes tips on bottle feeding and how to make emergency kitten milk replacer)
Why Do Some Cats and Dogs Eat Soap? (cause of and remedy for soap eating)
How to Help Fat Cats Lose Weight (feeding strategies and cat-friendly ways to encourage more exercise)
Causes of Increased Appetite in Cats (increased appetite may be a sign of pregnancy or certain illnesses)
Essential Fatty Acid Supplements for Cats and Dogs (use of Omega-3 supplements for dry skin and various medical conditions in pets)
Why Is My Cat Not Eating? (reasons why cats refuse food)
Why is My Cat Losing Weight? (medical causes of weight loss in cats)
Can You Feed Cats and Dogs Onions or Garlic? (why you shouldn't feed your pets allium species plant foods)
What to Feed a Pregnant Cat (pregnant cats have different nutritional requirements)
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Can You Feed a Cat Dog Food? Can You Feed a Dog Cat Food? (the different nutritional needs of cats and dogs)
Vegan and Vegetarian Cats (arguments for and against meat-free diets for cats)
Veterinarians on Vegetarian Diets for Cats and Dogs (what experts have to say about meat-free diets for cats)
Health Risks Associated with Vegan Diets for Cats (problems associated with feline diets that are completely free of animal products)
Why Cats Are Natural Carnivores (aspects of feline physiology indicate that, unlike omnivorous dogs and humans, cats require a meat-based diet)
Disclaimer:
These articles are provided for informational purposes only.
They are not intended as a substitute for veterinary care or consultation
and do not constitute personal veterinary advice. Health concerns
should be referred to a qualified veterinary professional.
