By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW When the calcium-phosphorus imbalance in cats develops, it most often happens because phosphorus is too high compared to calcium. The body does not simply absorb less of one mineral and move on. Instead, it triggers a hormonal emergency response to keep blood calcium levels … Read more
By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW Searching for the calcium phosphorus ratio in cats often starts with a simple question: What is the Ca:P ratio in cat food, and what do those two mineral numbers on a food label actually mean together? The calcium-to-phosphorus ratio, often written as Ca:P, describes … Read more
By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW Not every cat faces the same lysine risk. Two cats can eat the same food and live in the same home, yet have very different vulnerabilities. The difference often comes down to age, breed, life history, and factors many owners have never heard of. … Read more
By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW You already know something is wrong with your cat’s coat. But do you know why the coat is often the first place a problem becomes visible, rather than the liver or the heart? If you’ve ever thought nothing obvious is wrong, but her coat … Read more
By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW You were stroking your cat and noticed something felt different. The fur was no longer as soft as it used to be. Maybe the change happened so gradually that you could not tell exactly when it started. Or perhaps one day, the light hit … Read more
By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW Most cat owners know a missed meal matters. But few understand why it can become urgent. The reason is more specific than most people expect. Cats can develop a dangerous rise in blood ammonia after even one missed meal. Their bodies depend on dietary … Read more
By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW If your cat is not eating and shows symptoms like weakness, drooling, confusion, or collapse, this is no longer a simple appetite issue. These signs often mean the condition has already progressed. The window for early, easier treatment may be closing. Many pet parents … Read more
By Saloni Nagar, Medically Reviewed by Dr. Jimisha Shah, B.V.Sc & A.H., PGDAW If you’ve noticed your cat becoming quieter than usual, retreating to corners, or simply seeming off after skipping meals, you may be wondering why cats act strange after not eating and whether something more serious could be going on. That instinct to pay attention … Read more
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
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