OPTIMUM® Cat News #2
Inside this issue:
Important Information on Heart Health
FHC can cause the walls of the heart to become enlarged. As a result, the heart is unable to function normally and the flow of blood can be partially obstructed. The condition can lead to blood clots and respiratory issues, providing great discomfort to cats who suffer from the condition.
What are the warning signs of heart problems in cats?
Unfortunately there are no obvious signs of cardio health, which is why it’s imperative to feed your cat a diet which helps to maintain good heart health every day. By the time your vet may identify problems with a cat’s heart, it’s often too late. When it comes to heart health, prevention is the best possible approach.
Taurine, Arginine and Vitamin E can help to promote good heart health and good blood circulation, however cats are unable to naturally produce these essential amino acids. For this reason, the OPTIMUM dry range for cats has been scientifically formulated with the unique combination of Taurine, Arginine and Vitamin E.
- Taurine: Cats require an essential amino acid called Taurine as part of their diet. Taurine has been recognised to have a significant impact on cardiac function in cats.
- Arginine: The role of the heart is to circulate blood around the body. Arginine plays a key role in regulating your cat’s blood circulation and helps to maintain good vascular health. It’s common for cats to become deficient in Arginine therefore a diet rich in Arginine is important for maintaining healthy circulation.
- Vitamin E: Vitamin E plays a role in modulating endothelial and platelet function and is an effective antioxidant for cats. These actions can have a positive impact on cardiac health.
Optimal Heart Health
When you see this OPTIMAL HEART HEALTH icon on OPTIMUM dry cat adult products, you can rest assured that you are providing your cat with the everyday essential nutrients it requires to maintain health and fitness.
Read Our Heart Health Feature Article
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OPTIMUM Cat News Spotlight
Name: Taffeta
Pet: Cat (Moggie)
Q. What we think of the OPTIMUM® Pet Health DriveTM:
A. Taffeta loves the flavour of the dry OPTIMUM Furball Formula. It is definitely effective at preventing furballs.
Q. What we’ve learnt from the OPTIMUM Pet Health Drive:
A.The OPTIMUM Furball Formula is the most effective we have tried so far to prevent all three of my cats from vomiting. By switching to the OPTIMUM brand, not only has the furball problem been corrected, but I’ve also noticed that all my cats have glossier fur, sparkling eyes, and more energy and interest in playing and chasing toys around the house.
Q. I would describe my pet’s personality as:
A. A loving, attention seeking child! She likes to climb high places and leap down to surprise me. We have a laid back, cat-ruled household. Taffeta comes first and humans come second.
Q. Fondest memory of my cat:
A. Taffeta entertains me by playing with my knitting, trying to help me sew things, and by helping me type emails as she walks all over my keyboard.
Find out more about the OPTIMUM Furball range of products.
Did You Know...?
Many owners get frustrated when their cat doesn’t eat what’s provided and believe that their cat is just a ‘fussy eater’. However, the truth is that cats are ‘clever eaters’ and will naturally select food that meets their nutritional needs. Therefore switching brands or types of food on a regular basis will only confuse your cat and frustrate you.
A good solution is to feed a premium diet, high in protein with the right balance of fat and carbohydrate.
The OPTIMUM dry range for cats has been scientifically formulated with the perfect balance of protein, fat and carbohydrate, in accordance with your cat’s life stage and dietary requirements. The ideal balance of nutrients is represented as the Macro-Nutrient Profile, or MNP. You can find this on the front of each OPTIMUM dry pack.
To learn more about MNP click here
