Indoor Living Changes Cat Food Needs
With food and water served daily, comfortable furniture to curl up on and no immediate threats to safety, indoor cats enjoy a life that outdoor felines, and even some people, seem to envy. But the good life can be hazardous for cats if it leads to weight gain. When left unchecked, those extra pounds can cause serious problems.

Top Cat Health Concerns in Spring
A cloud of doom cast over the clear spring skies of Georgia five years ago when a fatal cat disease, Cytauxzoonosis -- which can lead to severe malnutrition, dehydration and more -- swept through the state's northern region. "A couple of cases were diagnosed here, too," remembers James Brousse, DVM, owner of The Cat and Dog Clinic in Athens, Ga. "Some cats died after a few days of showing symptoms."

"Natural" Cat Food Explained
Did you know that the word "natural" on cat food labels is regulated? The American Association of Feed Control Officials (AAFCO), the major pet food regulatory body in the United States, has a very precise definition, which manufacturers using the term must follow. The definition is a technical mouthful, but understanding what it means can help you make more informed decisions about the cat food you buy.

Passionate debate, but dogs top cats in poll
LOS ANGELES - Cats. Dogs. Those can be fighting words in some circles.