How Long Can Cats Go Without Food? Why Even 24 Hours Can Cause Arginine Deficiency in Cats

Arginine Deficiency in Cats

By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW Cats should not go more than 24 hours without food, and even within the first 12 to 24 hours, their bodies begin a chain of internal changes that place real strain on the liver, the brain, and the systems that manage metabolic waste. Understanding … Read more

Taurine Deficiency in Cats: The Silent Cause Behind Fast Breathing, Weakness, and Heart Disease

taurine deficiency in cats

By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW There is a particular kind of worry that settles in slowly. It does not arrive with a dramatic moment no obvious injury, no sudden collapse. Instead, it builds quietly over weeks, sometimes months, as you notice your cat doing a little less. Jumping a … Read more

Why Cats Lose Muscle but Gain Fat: An Obligate Carnivore’s Guide to Protein (2026)

why cats are obligate carnivores

By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW Introduction: The Hunter in Your Living Room When you watch your cat bat at a feather wand or crouch behind a sofa cushion, you are seeing a masterclass in evolutionary design that remains remarkably unchanged by the comforts of a modern home. Despite thousands … Read more

Why Your Cat Needs Meat: The Science of Plant-Based Diets for Cats Explained

By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW Introduction – The Collision of Ethics and Evolution For many pet parents in the United States, Canada, and the UK, the decision to move toward a plant-based lifestyle is a deeply personal choice rooted in a desire for a more compassionate world. We live … Read more