Any cat parent knows that cats can be highly sensitive creatures. Most of them don’t like change, many are picky eaters, and even the most laid back feline can throw out a hiss if they’re annoyed...
Q:My veterinarian doesn’t offer Lyme vaccination for my cats, who spend more time outside than my dogs. Is a vaccine available for felines? A:A vaccine to prevent Lyme disease in cats is not...
Q:Emmy, my 12-year-old cat, has arthritis and chronic kidney disease. Her veterinarian recommended Onsior for her arthritic pain but warned that it could further damage her kidneys. I’m torn,...
Welcome to the ultimate cat parent cheat sheet, fresh from the vet’s mouth! We sat down with a real-life cat whisperer Dr. Lee Pickett (okay, she’s a vet, but close enough), to lay down the feline...
Q:My cat, Purrsephone, is scratching and has tiny black specks throughout her fur. What’s causing this, and what should I do about it? A:It sounds like Purrsephone has fleas. Those black specks that...
Millions of people use aromatherapy daily to boost mood, relieve anxiety, and improve sleep. And the scents themselves are very pleasing. But do the essential oils used in aromatherapy pose health...
Q:I am a vegan, and I want to feed my cats a vegan or vegetarian diet. What’s your advice? A:Veterinarians who specialize in nutrition recommend against feeding vegan or vegetarian diets to cats...
Overlooked symptom of squamous Q & A Q:Velvet, my 13-year-old cat, has been drooling and refusing her dry food. Her veterinarian found a lump under her tongue and enlargement of the nearby lymph...
Essential Oils For Cats FAQ Q:My friend has a liquid potpourri pot that scents her home with a welcoming fragrance. I want to get one too, but I’m concerned about my cat’s safety. Please advise. A:...
Avoid overfeeding an overweight cat Q: We keep the cat food bowl full, and our cats eat whenever they wish. The problem is they are fat. Should we instead feed them two meals per day? A:Let’s back...
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