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Cat eating dry kibble from a food bowl
NutritionAugust 22, 202612 min read

Best High-Quality Senior Cat Food in 2026: 10 Current U.S. Formulas Compared

We analyzed the 10 most-scanned senior cat foods in Leo and compared their current U.S. labels. Protein, calories, moisture, phosphorus and even the age considered “senior” varied far more than we expected.

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Leo Cat Food Scanner showing montmorillonite clay in Nature's Logic Feline Chicken Meal Feast
NutritionAugust 12, 20265 min read

Why Is There Montmorillonite Clay in Cat Food? We Looked Into It

Montmorillonite clay is found in several popular cat foods, but why is it there and is it safe for cats? We looked at how it’s used, the claims brands make about toxin binding and gut health, and what the evidence actually shows.

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Cat waiting beside food and water bowls
NutritionAugust 10, 20268 min read

Ash in Cat Food: We Checked 100 U.S. Products. Here’s What We Found

Ash in cat food is often misunderstood. We checked 100 U.S. cat foods to see how often brands disclose ash, how wet and dry foods compare, and what the number actually tells you.

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Orange kitten sitting inside a box filled with cans and pouches of wet cat food.
HealthAugust 7, 20266 min read

Guar Gum in Cat Food: We Checked 75 U.S. Brands. Here’s What We Found

Guar gum shows up in far more cat foods than you might expect. We checked 75 U.S. brands, compared real formulas and looked at the feline research to find out when this common thickener actually matters.

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Gray kitten hugging a plush salmon toy
NutritionJuly 23, 20266 min read

Can Cats Eat Salmon? Benefits, Risks & How to Feed It Safely

Can cats eat salmon? Yes—when it's prepared properly. Learn the benefits of salmon for cats, the risks of raw and smoked salmon, and the safest way to serve this popular fish.

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Black cat watching a plate of cooked turkey bacon before eating
HealthJuly 21, 20265 min read

Can Cats Eat Turkey Bacon? Is It Safe or Bad for Cats?

Can cats eat turkey bacon? While a small bite usually isn't toxic, turkey bacon is high in sodium, preservatives and fat. Learn why plain turkey is a much healthier option for your cat.

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Tortoiseshell cat investigating a cup of plain yogurt before eating
HealthJuly 19, 20265 min read

Can Cats Eat Yogurt? Is It Safe or Bad for Cats?

Can cats eat yogurt? While plain yogurt is generally safe in small amounts, many cats are lactose intolerant. Learn the benefits, risks, and which yogurts to avoid before sharing a spoonful.

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White cat lying among onions illustrating onion toxicity in cats
HealthJuly 15, 20265 min read

Can Cats Eat Onions? Why Onions Are Toxic to Cats

Onions may be harmless for humans, but they're toxic to cats. Learn the risks, symptoms of poisoning, and what to do if your cat eats onion.

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Curious gray and white kitten standing upright on a wooden floor
HealthJune 22, 20264 min read

Can Cats Eat Garlic? Why Garlic Is Toxic to Cats

Garlic may be healthy for humans, but it's toxic to cats. Learn why garlic is dangerous, the signs of poisoning to watch for, and what to do if your cat accidentally eats it.

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Black cat sniffing a bowl of tuna while illustrating whether tuna is safe for cats to eat
NutritionJune 16, 20266 min read

Can Cats Eat Tuna? Is Tuna Good For Cats?

Tuna is one of the most popular human foods shared with cats. Learn whether tuna is safe, how much cats can eat, and the potential risks of feeding too much.

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Cat sitting beside a bowl of plain cooked rice often used to illustrate whether cats can safely eat rice
HealthJune 13, 20266 min read

Can Cats Eat Rice?

Rice isn't toxic to cats, but that doesn't mean they need it. Here's what cat owners should know about feeding rice safely.

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Cat holding slices of bread often used to illustrate whether cats can safely eat bread
HealthJune 9, 20265 min read

Can Cats Eat Bread? Here's What Cat Owners Should Know

Bread isn't toxic to cats, but that doesn't mean it's healthy. Here's what cat owners should know before sharing bread with their feline friend.

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Orange cat sniffing spilled milk on a kitchen table
HealthJune 6, 20265 min read

Can Cats Drink Milk? Why Most Cats Should Avoid It

Many cats love milk, but that doesn't mean it's healthy. Here's why most adult cats are lactose intolerant and what they should drink instead.

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