Should I Let My Cat Outside?
Many experts recommend keeping cats indoors to protect them from the dangers of the outdoors. Staying inside may help to keep cats safe, but some cat owners worry that an indoor-only lifestyle might be too...
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Many experts recommend keeping cats indoors to protect them from the dangers of the outdoors. Staying inside may help to keep cats safe, but some cat owners worry that an indoor-only lifestyle might be too...
Healthy cats are ready and eager to eat a full meal at least twice daily. All animals need their daily nutrients, vitamins, and minerals to thrive. So if a cat won't eat, their health can...
Excessive itching and scratching is often linked to inflammation of the skin. Sometimes this can start off as simple over-grooming, and then as the inflammation develops, the cat’s itchy skin can get worse. Inflammation is...
As a feline-loving veterinarian, I adore all my kitty patients. And my absolute favorites are those in their golden years. Age is just a number, as the saying goes, and senior cats have so much...
While every cat is different, not many of our feline friends regularly jump into water ready to have a good time. In fact, with the exception of a short list of specific cat breeds, cats...
Cats are fast, nimble, and agile when they want to be. Being light on their feet means their paws are necessary to provide cushion and support. Any injury to a cat’s paw can cause discomfort...
Cats, especially kittens, are known for their high energy levels, low attention spans, and impulsive behaviors. But can these behaviors go beyond normal and be classified as a hyperactive disorder? ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder...
Fever coat is an unusual phenomenon where kittens are born with a lighter-colored coat than expected. This is usually a distinctive silver or gray but can also be red or cream. Kittens with fever coat...
While treats can be used to reward good behavior or to disguise medication, sometimes they serve no other purpose than to make our cats happy. But how many treats is too many? Unfortunately, there’s no...
Nasal discharge is such a common symptom in cats that it is likely your cat will suffer from it at some point in their life. The good news is that most causes of runny noses...