cat food and feeding

Feeding a raw-based diet doesn’t have to be complicated. As more cat owners choose to feed raw, the market for commercial products increases in size, and easy thaw-and-serve solutions are readily available. If you do choose to prepare a homemade raw diet for your cats, then keep on reading...

Google “homemade cat food” and you will get almost 33 million results. There are recipes galore, YouTube videos, and many strong opinions on the subject. Our vets often discourage us from making cat food ourselves, and articles often indicate that it is difficult, that it requires a lot of work...

The major pet food recalls of the past decade brought on a renaissance of alternative diets for dogs and cats. In what appears to be more than just a temporary fad, many cats are now fed homemade, often raw meat-based diets. In a recent Skype call with Dr. Martha Cline, DVM, Diplomate ACVN, we...

There was a time when "raw feeding" meant "homemade." That is no longer the case. Some call it a fad, others consider the growing trend in feeding fresh, minimally processed food to be the result of consumer education and awareness. With the advent of commercially available frozen and...

Maybe you've been reading about raw, and you’re feeling excited about the idea of regaining control over what goes into your pet’s food or feeding a fresh, minimally processed diet. But when you mention to your vet you’re thinking of feeding your cat a raw food diet, you’re taken aback when your...

Earlier this month (May 2014) I talked to Dr. Martha Cline, DVM, Diplomate ACVN, about feline nutrition and the pet food industry. Dr. Cline shared a lot of valuable information with us at TCS and you can expect to see her name pop up in more nutrition-related articles right here on...

It’s a question that often comes up in our cat nutrition forums. Many cats adore the flavor of tuna, sardines, or just plain old “fish” and will happily eat nothing but fish flavored meals. But is it good for them? What’s the Harm in Fish?Fish may contain an enzyme called thiaminase. As its...

There are a number of ways to keep the dog out of the cat’s food - and you should. Cat food contains more fat and can be harmful to dogs who eat it on a regular basis or overeat during a binge. Protecting the cat’s food from your dogFirst things first, how to get Fido away from Kitty's food...

These days, there are feline nutrition experts who insist that there is no such thing as good dry food. In fact, the title of this article alone is bound to make some cat lovers shudder. Let's explore why kibble isn't necessarily a good option for some cats and why it can be for others if you...

What do our member look for when buying food for their cats? Recurrent themes include: protein from quality meat sources; low-carb content; and grain-free recipes. You can read about them all in Choosing the Right Food for My Cat and don't forget to click through to part 2. We certainly have...

Think your cat food dish is, well, just a food dish? Think again! We found you some crazy food dishes that are much more than just a receptacle for kitty chow. Check out these innovative food and water dishes that can control your cat's eating speed, decorate your home, control pests, keep...

Pet food labels report the nutrient content of their products using the Guaranteed Analysis. These contents are listed in terms of minimums and maximums, which are, by definition, inaccurate. For instance, if the guaranteed analysis lists a minimum of 10% protein, it may well contain much more...

I want my kitties eating a healthier diet, and I’m ready to go! What’s next? Free-fed kibble eaters are usually nibblers. The very first step is to begin feeding timed meals. For free-fed nibblers, you cannot just pull up the kibble, they need to learn how to eat “meals.” This process is...

Kitty parents find themselves wanting to transition from free-fed kibble to timed meals and/or a new type of food for many reasons: The need to monitor food intake in multi-cat homes Kitty health As part of a transition to a canned, raw, or homemade food, where the food is not left out and must...

Make no mistake, the marketing of cat food is targeted towards what will appeal to us. The images of grilled chicken, carrots, spinach and cranberries are there to make us imagine fresh, healthy food for our beloved kitty. Cats are not little people, especially when it comes to nutrition - they...

So, yes, we should seek grain-free foods for our cats, but a “grain-free” designation is just a starting point for good cat nutrition. Why grain-free food for our cats?Cats are Obligate Carnivores. Written by Laurie Goldstein - This article reflects Laurie's personal views on cat nutrition That...

How Much Food Should I Feed My Cat? Written by Laurie Goldstein Have you ever wondered just how much food you should be feeding your cat? Let's say you know which cat food you want to feed, whether dry, canned, homemade cooked or raw. How much of it should be made available to your cat on a...

In Part 1 of this article, the different types and market segments of cat food were identified. The best food for your cat was defined as a food that best mimics their natural prey in its composition. This means a minimally processed food already containing the moisture your cat needs, made with...

It doesn't even take the sound of a tin can being taken out of the cupboard to start our cats going. Their own biological clock tells them food time is near and they get as excited as piranhas in an underwater butcher’s shop. Before you know it, it’s feline feeding frenzy time! Food makes up a...

The need for cats to consume plenty of water cannot be emphasized enough. Marginal chronic dehydration over a lifetime - stresses the kidneys. Kidney failure is the most common cause of illness and death in cats. creates an environment ripe for urinary tract and bladder issues, termed “Feline...