Fancy Feast cat food was originally introduced by the Carnation Company in 1982 in seven wet varieties. It was possibly the original gourmet brand of gourmet cat food. In 1985 Fancy Feast, along with Friskies and other pet foods, was sold to Nestle. Today Fancy Feast is still made by Nestle-Purina. It comes in over…
Established in 1979, Wysong makes food and supplements for dogs, cats, ferrets, horses, other animals, and even products for humans. The company is often considered one of the pioneers in the healthy, holistic pet food niche. Their cat foods include dry, raw, and canned foods, along with supplements and grooming products. Wysong is a family-owned…
Taste of the Wild makes grain free pet foods for dogs and cats. Most of their foods have a higher meat protein content than traditional pet foods while their prices are fairly reasonable. Taste of the Wild is owned by Diamond Pet Food, headquartered in Meta, Missouri. Diamond was founded in 1970. Taste of the…
Solid Gold cat food is marketed as “pet food with a purpose”. The Solid Gold pet food company produces natural, holistic pet food formulas for both dogs and cats. The company began with just one holistic dog food formula but the company has since expanded to become one of the world’s leading producers and suppliers…
When To Feed Your Cat A Low Protein Diet You probably already know that cats usually need more protein in their diet, and not less. So, why would we be discussing low protein cat foods? Actually, there are some situations when, for health reasons, a cat might benefit from eating a lower protein diet. Sometimes…
Grain free pet food is very popular right now, for both dogs and cats, but does your cat really need it? Pet food companies have been making dry cat foods containing grains (including corn) for decades. Why the sudden push to feed cats a grain free diet? Are grain free foods actually healthier for your…
The exact cause of diabetes in cats isn’t known but it seems to affect overweight and obese cats more than other cats. This is probably because being overweight makes the body less sensitive to insulin’s effects. Diabetes is also more likely to occur in older cats – which are also more likely to be overweight….
Contrary to what many people believe, food allergies are relatively uncommon in pets. It’s estimated that between 5 and 15 percent of cats have a food allergy. Food allergies are not as much of a problem for cats as they can be for dogs, but they are still problematic when they occur. Your cat can…
It’s hard for many people to imagine that there was a time before commercial pet food, but cats got along just fine for a long time without processed food. Lots of people today have concerns about pet food recalls and what may really be in pet foods. They want healthier food for their pets and…
“Organic” always sounds so nice, but many people don’t know much about what it means or how organic food is raised. Should you be feeding your cat organic cat food? Is it better for him? Does it make a difference? Pros and cons of organic Organic foods are gaining in popularity but they still make…
Protein is important for all animals. It is needed for growth and development and for the immune system. It helps repair cells and make new ones. It is part of the structure of every cell. Protein, made from amino acids, helps create our bodies, and grow skin, nails, and hair. Protein can also be burned…
You might wonder why a cat would need a high fiber diet when people are usually advised to feed their cats a diet that is high protein. After all, cats are obligate carnivores and they need plenty of meat in their diet, right? We don’t usually think of feeding cats a diet with a lot…