Study: Cats on vegan diets show lower rates of obesity
A large‑scale survey across Australia found that cats fed vegan diets had lower rates of obesity and related health problems than those on conventional meat‑based diets. The research, reported by News‑Medical, compared body condition scores of thousands of domestic cats and noted a statistically significant reduction in obesity prevalence among the vegan‑diet group, along with fewer reports of associated conditions such as diabetes and joint pain.
While the findings suggest that a well‑balanced plant‑based diet can support healthy weight in felines, experts caution that such diets must be carefully formulated to meet cats’ unique nutritional requirements.
The study highlights the potential benefits of plant‑based diets for feline health, but stresses the need for professional guidance before making dietary changes.
