Many common food items found in kitchens are potentially harmful to dogs and cats.

Pets who are finicky, fussy or not interested in food can be a challenge.

Feeding guidelines are designed to help owners determine the quantity of food to feed their pets to ensure an optimal body condition, but owners may be unsure how to use them.

Meet Jemma, an overweight, indoor-only, adult cat.

Nutrition plays a critical role in successful feline reproduction and in supporting development and growth of healthy kittens before and after birth.

Maintaining a lean, healthy body condition in kittens can help prevent obesity and related health conditions in later years.

Encouraging picky cats to eat can be frustrating for veterinary health care providers and pet owners alike. Managing medical conditions and stress and implementing strategies to improve food intake can help finicky felines meet their energy and nutrient needs. These strategies apply to hospitalized cats and cats in a home environment.

Nutrition that addresses the unique nutrient requirements of adult cats can help them live long, healthy lives.

From affection to veterinary health care, learn what your cat needs to thrive.