Antioxidants are seemingly magical nutrients that can repair cell damage that happens in all our bodies over time -- including those of our cats. These nutrients occur naturally, but a body's supply needs an antioxidant boost from food. Common antioxidant ... more »

Cats are notoriously stoic. It's rare for them to show any obvious sign of illness. "As a general rule, any major or sudden change in a cat's usual activities and patterns requires some investigation," says Wendy Christensen, author of Outwittin ... more »

Cats love the great outdoors. Unfortunately, the outdoors might not always love them back. With so many potential threats, ranging from automobiles to not-so-friendly animals, allowing your cat to roam free isn't smart or safe in today's environment.But y ... more »

Cats have a reputation for being notoriously finicky eaters. In reality, whether they eat or not doesn't always have to do with the food you feed them. While food choice is very important, the feline drive to chow down also can be affected by such factors ... more »

Why does one cat go crazy for chicken, while another craves beef? Or why does your cat only lick the gravy off of one wet food but gobble down another? As it turns out, your cat's nose often knows. The smell of cat food may not whet your appetite, but aro ... more »

One day, Jeanne Prins' six-month old kitten Paris was playing actively; the next she was like a limp rag. "I took her to the veterinarian," recounts Prins. "We assumed it was an abscess. He gave her a shot and said to bring her back on Mond ... more »

Have you brushed and flossed? No, not your teeth -- your cat's teeth. Your feline needs regular dental care just as you do. That's because dental disease can affect the gums, bones, and connective tissue around your cat's teeth. It can even cause your pet ... more »

We are what we eat and, for cats, diet may play a role when it comes to a sometimes fatal condition called FLUTD (Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease). This condition is formerly known as FUS (Feline Urologic Syndrome). While FLUTD is not a very common dis ... more »

Does your cat eat a lot yet lose weight? Do you find it chasing its tail around and around? Feline hyperthyroidism may be to blame. It's not uncommon for cats older than seven years to develop the disease, which occurs when an enlarged thyroid begins to s ... more »