Holistic practitioners say that a properly formulated natural diet can elevate your cat’s health to a whole new level. Although hard scientific evidence still is lacking, experience and case studies show positive results.
Monique Maniet, a veterinarian based in Bethesda, Md., who is certified with the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society and the Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy, touts the benefits of a grain-free, raw-meat diet. “Cats develop shinier coats, greater energy and alertness, and they lose excess weight,” Maniet says. “Plus, you end up with smaller, less-smelly stools — a wonderful side effect.”
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