Just like us humans, cats love their food—sometimes too much. Combine that with the life of leisure that many of our beloved house cats live (like sunbathing in their favorite chair for hours), and ...

HANOVER COUNTY, Va. -- Patches, the once 40-pound cat Kay Ford adopted from Richmond Animal Care and Control more than two years ago, has reached his first weight loss goal of just under 20 pounds.

Excess weight in dogs and cats is common, preventable and linked to a wide range of medical problems that reduce quality of life and shorten lifespans.

Q: "Is an iodine-restricted diet more effective than a raw diet for hyperthyroidism? What supplements should my cat be taking to support hyperthyroidism?" A: A balanced raw diet will provide your cat ...

Special diets are best reserved for cats with known issues. Here’s what you should focus on instead. Q: I plan to adopt a couple of kittens/young cats in a few months. I want them on a diet that is ...