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Kittens are quite vulnerable and need a great deal of nurturing and care during the first few weeks of their lives. Generally, their mothers are capable of caring for them on their own. However, there are cases in which a...
Proper feeding and nutrition are essential for kittens to grow into healthy adults. Kittens reach the weaning stage around 4-5 weeks of age. They should ideally remain with the mother until an absolute minimum of 8 weeks of age (12...
How and when you feed your cat is almost as important as what you feed them. Indeed, your cat relies on you to determine when, what, and how they eat, which impacts their well-being and health on many levels. For...
Physical exercise isn’t the only form of stimulation cats need—mental stimulation is just as important for these smart animals. As such, many cat parents turn to interactive toys that require a little persistence and brainwork on your cat’s part to...
Cats are obligate carnivores, which means they need meat in their diet to thrive. Their systems aren’t designed to digest carbohydrates. A raw diet is one of the best ways to fulfill cats’ nutritional requirements. There are numerous benefits from...
Scientists can only estimate the number of feral cats in the United States, although data suggest it’s around 30 million animals, with many living in urban areas.1 It may sound odd to refer to these wild groups of felines as...
Cats, generally speaking, are food lovers. They become very intrigued and interested in food and are always hoping for a bit more. Given that you are reading this article, it is assumed you tried out an automatic cat feeder. But...
According to data from Forbes, cats are the second most popular animal companions in the US, after dogs, so it’s no surprise many people want to share their homes with more than one. Cats are fantastic companions but feeding multiple...
Have you ever noticed that when winter comes, you start to eat more and crave heartier foods, while when summer rolls around, you move more and eat less? Believe it or not, cats may also eat less food in the...
Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their cat’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned...
