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Sphynx diet: how to feed your cat properly?
What food should you choose for your Sphynx cat? How to feed it well? Experts in furry and even naked cats, we share with you in this article our best advice for providing the best diet for your Sphynx.
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Reading dry food packet labels: the complete guide
Diet plays a crucial role in the health of our cats. And as adoptive parents, we want the best for our little...
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What are the benefits of squash for my cat?
Butternut squash, pumpkin, squash… Cucurbits have many benefits for our cats. Rich in fiber, they promote good intestinal transit and provide better...
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Is potato toxic to my cat?
Potatoes, present in many cat foods, are a cause for concern. And for good reason: they contain solanine. At Ziggy, transparency being our fundamental value, we explain absolutely everything about this maligned ingredient.
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Obesity in cats: what to do and how to help them lose weight.
Obesity is a serious condition that can lead to serious health problems. What food should you give your obese cat? How can you help him lose weight?
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Ragdoll Food: How to Feed My Cat Properly?
The Ragdoll cat needs a suitable diet to be healthy. To ensure that it lives as long as possible by your side, you will especially need to make sure to give it low-calorie food that preserves its kidney function.
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How to properly store your cat's kibble and pâtés
Kibble and/or wet food, it is important to store your cat's food properly. Otherwise, it may lose quality and above all be...
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5 questions about protein in my cat's diet
When it comes to feeding your cat, everyone talks about proteins. But why are they so important? How can I tell if...
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Sacred Birman Food: Which Food to Choose?
Like many cats, the Birman needs a suitable diet to be healthy. To ensure that he lives as long as possible by your side, you will especially need to make sure that you give him food that preserves his kidney function.
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15 common misconceptions about cat food
As a caring parent, you want the best for your fluffy friend, and that means giving him the best possible food to keep him healthy. But many misconceptions about what to feed your cat are still common, and some of these are worryingly misinformed. Here at Ziggy, we wanted to take a long, hard look at all of these and put you right. Here are 15 of them.
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Feeding a Maine Coon cat: how to give them the nourishment they need?
Maine Coons are one of the largest cats in the world weighing between 6 and 12 kilos. Well that's some cat! Because of its imposing size, the Maine Coon cat needs the right diet to stay in good health. How should you feed your Maine Coon? What food should it eat? We share all our tips in this article.
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Bengal food: how to feed my cat properly?
If you have just adopted a Bengal, you are probably wondering what food to choose for your beautiful cat, how to feed him well. Look no further, we tell you everything in this article!
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My cat eats too quickly: why and what to do?
Some of our cats can be particularly greedy. At mealtime, they pounce on their bowl as if it were the last one,...
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My cat farts a lot, is this normal?
As cute as they are, our little cats also fart. Just like us, they emit flatulence, but it is generally very discreet;...
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The benefits of brewer's yeast for my cat
A natural compound, brewer's yeast is praised for its many health benefits. And this applies not only to humans but also... to...
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Constipation in cats: why and what to do?
Your cat doesn't leave any droppings in its litter box? Does it meow while it does its business? There's a good chance...
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My cat is no longer eating: why and what to do?
Your little cat isn’t eating anymore? He’s ignoring his bowl, even with a delicious pâté? A complete loss of appetite in cats...
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Why’s it important to change your cat's diet once they’re neutered?
After being neutered, your cat's energy needs (male or female) drop on average by 20%... but not his appetite! To prevent him from putting on weight or becoming susceptible to certain illnesses, it's important to change his diet and give him food specifically designed for neutered cats.
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How to feed an unweaned kitten? Milk, bottles
Without proper nutrition, an unweaned kitten will have little chance of survival, even if you give it lots of love. How to...
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Video: Dry Food or Wet Food? by our veterinary nutritionist Dr. Géraldine Blanchard
What food should I choose for my cat? A dry food like kibble or rather wet food, such as pâté? The answer...
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A short glossary of my cat's diet
Amino acids, minerals, ash content... It can be hard to understand all the terms used in our cats' diets! To help you...
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What nutritional needs depend on the cat’s breed?
Obviously, your cat's breed is not the only factor to consider when determining its nutritional needs and daily ration calculation. However, it...
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Ashes in my cat's food: what is it?
"Ashes in my cat's food, and what's next?!" We see you panicking! Don't worry, we're not talking about cigarette butts or charred...
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Sterilization of cats: how to limit weight gain?
Neutering your cat offers many benefits. But how can you avoid weight gain? Neutering Your Cat: A Responsible Choice It is...
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Carbs in my cat's diet, essential or not?
Learn all about carbohydrates in your cat's diet. Discover the risks of excess and the truth about "grain-free" diets.
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Discover 30 toxic and dangerous foods for your cat
With the exception of foods that are highly toxic to our cats (chocolate, coffee, onion...), most native foods (those that have not...
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What is taurine in my cat's diet?
As obligate carnivores, our cats have very specific needs. Taurine, for example, is one of the essential nutrients in their diet. They...
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What if we saved biodiversity from the claws of our cats?
More protein and play, less hunting? That’s what a recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Exeter in England seems...
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Diabetes in cats: symptoms, causes, and treatments
Learn more about diabetes in adult cats. Discover the risks of obesity and the signs to better prevent this common disease.
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What are the benefits of zucchini for my cat?
Zucchini is a food rich in fiber and water, and its health benefits for our cats are well known. In fact, most...
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The Importance of Moisture Content in Cat Food
Our beloved companions have many qualities, but when it comes to staying hydrated, they are often at the bottom of the class....
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5 Things No One Ever Told You About Feeding Your Cat
But by the way, what does my cat eat? More and more of you are concerned about your pet's diet. Unfortunately, this...
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Complete pâté and complementary pâté: how to tell the difference?
The terms "Complete Food for Cats" and "Complementary Food for Cats" must always appear on the packaging of your cat's wet food...
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Why shouldn't you just feed your cat kibble?
Many of us wonder about the best way to feed our cat. Some of us will prefer dry food or wet food...
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My cat refuses his new food: how can I help him like it?
My cat refuses his new food. He no longer wants to eat his kibble. Should I persist? How can I get him...
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Why should I give wet food to my cat?
"What are the benefits of giving wet food to my cat? Why should I give my cat wet food?". Many of you...
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Dietary transition in cats: How to change your cat's food ?
How can I successfully change my cat’s diet? These days, we’re not just aware of the importance of a healthy diet for ourselves, but also for our precious fluffy friends. To get your cat eating healthy, nutritious food, you may need to change their diet. Cats don’t always like change (to put it mildly), but follow these rules and they’ll be purring with pleasure at their new food in no time.
