Archive for the ‘Feline Nutrition’ Category

Have you ever thought about your cat’s heritage? Most of us probably never met our cat’s feline mom or dad, and we just don’t give it much thought. While some of our cat’s health conditions may be genetic, there’s a new thought coming mainstream that genetic expression can be controlled through nutrition and what they’re “not” exposed to.

One of my original veterinary heroes, Dr. Randy Wysong, is bringing suit against the major manufacturers of pet food. The claim: misleading consumers with eye catching labels that make it look like that kibble you’re buying is really healthy, expensive human grade food.

Updated 6/1/19 Can cats get acid reflux? Look at this cute face!  This is Tanisha, a Himalayan Persian who was diagnosed with acid reflux disease sometime after she turned ten years old.  Is acid reflux in cats a real thing?  Apparently so! I got an email from Debbie, Tanisha’s cat mom, a couple of weeks […]

Now this might be really hard for many of you to swallow…and your first instinct may be to close your mind…and you may even get a little upset with me for saying it, but it’s time you know the truth! The pet food you purchase at the grocery store is not biologically appropriate for your pet to eat!

The Truth About Cat Illnesses It makes me so sad when I see posts from friends and strangers alike that their kitty has cancer, is going through toxic treatments, or worse, has passed away from a horrible disease or condition.  Having lost several animals over the years for various reasons, all the heartbreak and painful […]

We’ve all heard the expression, “Small changes can make big differences.” When it comes to exploring natural health options for your cat’s health problems does it feel overwhelming? Where do you start? Don’t feel like you have to be an expert in holistic medicine, nutrition or alternative therapies. By simply doing a little research you’ll be amazed at all the great nuggets of information you can find.

A friend of mine contacted me this week to introduce me to her rescue cat, Liz Taylor. She’s a Bengal mix, born with a hip problem believed to be due to breeding, and she’s got the feline herpes virus 1. With health challenges like these it’s not surprising to learn that Liz is a bit shy and probably a little moody. After all, when you don’t feel good…well, we’ve all been there. I offered to do some muscle testing of her diet, and you’ll be blown away by the results!

Should Cats Hunt For Their Food? My friend, Monica, forwarded me an interesting article in the New York Times last week.  When it comes to cat health it was suggested that cats who have to hunt for their meals are healthier.  A veterinarian has actually invented a fabric covered plastic container pouch that you put […]

I don’t know about you, but after reading Parts 1 and 2 of “Read Your Pet Food Labels,” I am so disgusted by inexpensive, commercial pet food that I it breaks my heart that so many beloved pets are eating this stuff on a regular basis.  In fact, one of my friends who read my […]

Reading pet food labels is a must, and your kitty has a greater chance of being healthy and disease free if you pay close attention to their diet.  Previously I discussed three of the most common ingredients found in commercial cat food that must be avoided:  Corn (and corn products), wheat, and soy.  Today I […]