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Weight Wars: Tackling Obesity in Multi-Cat Households

Managing obesity in cats can be challenging, but the stakes are even higher for pet guardians who live with more than one cat. With the joy of having multiple feline companions comes the responsibility of ensuring each one maintains a healthy weight. This task requires careful observation and strategic planning, as the dynamics of a multi-cat home may contribute to an increased risk of obesity. In this blog post, we will dive into the risk factors associated with feline obesity, explore why cats living in groups are particularly susceptible, and provide practical tips for managing weight in a multi-cat home. Whether you're a seasoned cat guardian or new to sharing a living space with more than one feline friend, this blog post aims to support you in keeping all your cats fit and healthy.

New publication: Identifying the target population and preventative strategies to combat feline obesity

We are excited to announce a new publication! Hannah Godfrey, Shawna Morrow, and colleagues recently published their new article “Identifying the target population and preventative strategies to combat feline obesity” in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery.

Congratulations Jess on a Successful MSc. Defense!

On April 5th, Jess successfully defended her MSc. thesis titled, "The Nutrigenomic Effects of Dietary Choline and L-Carnitine on the Muscle and Liver of Lean and Obese Cats When Fed for Weight Maintenance."

New publication: Description of the fasted serum metabolomic signature of lean and obese cats at maintenance and of obese cats under energy restriction

We are excited to announce a new publication! Dr. Caitlin Grant and colleagues recently published their new article “Description of the fasted serum metabolomic signature of lean and obese cats at maintenance and of obese cats under energy restriction” in PLOS ONE. Read on for a short summary of their research and findings below.

Choline-Supplementation in Obese Cats

Increased intake of dietary choline may improve the safety and efficacy of weight loss in the treatment and care of obese cats.

Cut the Fat But Support the Cat

When treating and preventing obesity in our companion animals, it is not uncommon for caregivers and members of the healthcare team to question: How low is too low when restricting calories for weight loss? Are our cats meeting their nutrient requirements during weight loss?

A Bowl A Day Keeps the Hunger Away

Congratulations to Dr. Adronie Verbrugghe, Alexandra Camara, and our colleague, Dr. Anna Kate Shoveller, on their most recent publication!

The Garfield Syndrome

Have You Heard of The Garfield Syndrome? June 19th is National Garfield Day!

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