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Frequently Asked Questions
One kibble?
Unlikely serious harm. Monitor. Chronic feeding is concern.
Taurine deficiency timeline?
Weeks to months. Heart disease and blindness develop.
Some dog foods better?
All dog food lacks adequate taurine for cats.
Supplement taurine?
Impractical. Use cat food with taurine.
Prevention?
Feed separately. Prevent access. Supervise.
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