When switching a cat from one food to another, a gradual approach is often helpful. Over the course of a week, feed a mixture of old food and new. As the week progresses, decrease the proportion of … read more

According to the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS), 70% of cats show signs of oral disease by age three, often indicated by bad breath, a change in eating or chewing habits, pawing at the fa … read more

It is estimated that as many as 48% of domestic cats are overweight: Case, Linda. The Cat: Its Behavior, Nutrition & Health. Ames, IA: Iowa State Press, 2003 Helping a cat lose weight is the mo … read more

‘Tis the season for friends, family and holiday feasts. Pets won’t be so thankful if they munch on undercooked turkey or a pet-unfriendly floral arrangement, or if they stumble upon an unattended a … read more

Brrrr—it's cold outside! The following guidelines will help you protect your companion animals when the mercury dips. 1. Keep your cat inside. Outdoors, felines can freeze, become lost or be sto … read more