cailin heinze

The Eco-Friendly House Cat

Friday, June 1st, 2018

Greening our pet’s living space has never been easier as our experts share ideas on how to create a more Earth-friendly environment for all of us.

Understanding Food Allergies

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

They are actually much more complex than most people realize, and it’s very important to use a novel protein diet with the guidance of your vet. Here’s why.

The ‘Guaranteed Analysis’ Puzzle

Thursday, March 1st, 2018

Decoding one of the biggest sources of confusion regarding cat food labels: Lots of numbers that are hard for pet owners to put into practical use.

Do Supplements for Arthritis Work?

Thursday, February 1st, 2018

Experts feel that they may be helpful — and a nod is given to Omega-3 fatty acids as the best choice. Here’s what you should look for.

Dear Doctor: How to Feed Kittens and their Nursing Mom

Friday, December 1st, 2017

Q I am fostering an adolescent stray mother cat and her three kittens (I picked them up when the kittens were about one-week-old) and I fed her a high-quality wet cat food the first few… Read More

Helping Your Cat to Lose Weight

Friday, December 1st, 2017

Slimming down an overweight feline companion takes patience and dedication — and also veterinary expertise and direction. Here’s why.

Are Grain-Free Diets Healthier?

Friday, December 1st, 2017

A Tufts study compares grain-free diets to those that contain grain — and the conclusion is that the marketing outpaces the evidence of their actual benefit.

Grain-free pet foods are no healthier, vets say. Focus on this nutrition issue instead.

Tuesday, August 15th, 2017

The Washington Post While grain-free diets are marketed as superior for pets, there is no data to support the idea that they are better, says Dr. Cailin Heinze. In this Washington Post article, Dr. Heinze… Read More