Cats are notorious for excessive food intake and lazing around all day. When combined with a lack of physical activity, excess calories take the form of adipose tissue, or fat. Domestic cat obesity is an epidemic with a current prevalence of 45%, meaning almost 1 in 2 domestic cats are obese. Obesity in cats is...
A recent article from the Smithsonian Magazine highlights the importance of animal gut microbiomes in conserving animal species, both in captivity and in the wild. Microbes help animals digest their food, defend them against disease and even contribute to nursing their babies. Consequently, animal ecologists, nutritionists, and veterinarians work alongside geneticists to illuminate the role...
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