🌿 Holistic Cat Care Resources

Welcome to our curated library of science-backed, heart-led resources for raising naturally healthy Maine Coons. Whether you’re a first-time cat parent or a seasoned holistic enthusiast, this is your one-stop spot for feeding, grooming, vaccine wisdom, wellness tips, and more.

🍽️ Species-Appropriate Diets for Cats

Cats are obligate carnivores—designed by nature to eat meat, not grains or crunchy shapes. These reads uncover what your fur baby really needs to thrive.

• Species Inappropriate: The Dangers of Dry Food – Hare Today
• What Exactly *Is* an Obligate Carnivore? – Hare Today
• Making Raw Cat Food for Do-It-Yourselfers – Hare Today
• The Truth About Kibble and the Pet Food Industry – Maev World
• What Dry Food Does to Your Cat’s Teeth – Hare Today

💕 How to Care for My Fur Baby

Holistic care goes beyond food—it’s about immune support, gentle prevention, and raising a happy, thriving feline the natural way.

• Vaccines & Titer Testing – Animal Wellness Magazine
• Feline Vaccination Protocol – Dr. Jean Dodds (Hemopet)
• Rabies Vaccine Challenge Fund Results – Dogs Naturally Magazine
• Feline IBD: Nature & Treatment – Hare Today
• Over-Vaccination and Vaccinosis – Happy Dog Naturals
• Natural Deworming Options – PetCareRx
• Holistic Cat Wellness Guide – Munchiecat

🧴 Grooming & Toxin-Free Living

Grooming shouldn’t mean harsh chemicals. These gentle approaches protect your cat’s coat, skin, and environment—naturally and effectively.

• Holistic Grooming for Cats – Munchiecat
• Using Nematodes for Flea Control – The Bug Squad
• Beneficial Nematodes – The Bug Lady (Canada)

📚 Must Reads for Natural Cat Parents

These trusted books offer decades of wisdom for raising cats naturally, supporting their body and soul for the long haul.

• The Natural Cat by Anitra Frazier
• Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats by Dr. Richard Pitcairn
• Your Cat: Simple New Secrets to a Longer, Stronger Life by Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins
• The Forever Dog by Rodney Habib & Dr. Karen Becker
• Holistic Cat Wellness Guide – Munchiecat

🎧 Listen & Learn: Holistic Cat Care Podcasts

Don’t have time to read? Tune in while you’re on the go! These episodes are full of practical and powerful natural pet care info.

• Holistic Healing for Pets – Survive or Thrive Podcast
  An inspiring intro to energy-based healing, food therapy, and emotional wellness for pets.
• Why Your Pets Are Getting Sicker – Survive or Thrive Podcast
  A deep dive into how modern pet care practices may be making animals sick—and how to change course naturally.