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Advances in veterinary medicine make it possible to treat medical conditions in cats that would have been a death sentence in the past. From chemotherapy to kidney transplants, cats can now receive pretty much the same level of medical care as humans (and sometimes, probably even better care.) But just because these treatments are available doesn’t necessarily mean they’re right for each cat.Continue Reading
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Obesity in cats is just as much of a problem as it is in humans. Nearly 60% of America’s cats are overweight or obese. Obesity leads to serious health problems, which is why it’s so important to help your overweight cat lose weight before she becomes a statistic.Continue Reading
When you take your cat to your vet, the last thing you probably think about is that this kind and compassionate person is at a higher than normal risk of suicide. The sad reality is that suicide in the veterinary profession is a growing concern.Continue Reading
Could you afford an unexpected $2000 for a medical emergency, or even more for a chronic serious illness? Are you saving enough every month so you could cover both routine and unexpected veterinary expenses? If your answer to these questions is no, you owe it to yourself and your cats to look into pet insurance.Continue Reading
Excessive heat warnings used to be the exception, not the norm, but sadly, they’re becoming routine even in parts of the world unaccustomed to extreme temperatures. We know by now that extreme heat and humidity can be as dangerous to cats as it is people, and even indoor cats may need protection from the heat. But how hot is too hot for your cat?Continue Reading
Summers are getting warmer, even in parts of the world unaccustomed to extreme temperatures. Extreme heat and humidity can be as dangerous to cats as it is to dogs and people. Even indoor cats may need protection from the heat, especially during stretches of extreme temperatures, which are becoming all too common. Continue Reading
When it comes to giving medication, dog parents tend to have it easier than cat parents. Put the pill in a little bit of peanut butter or cheese, and dogs will think they’re getting a treat. Most cats are a different story. In this article, I’ll cover the various options to give medications to cats, but more importantly, I’m also looking at how giving medications to a reluctant cat affects the bond between cat and human.Continue Reading
Written by Ingrid R. Niesman MS, PhD
When 38 out of 40 cats die from a disease, it’s time to take notice. A 2024 report out of South Korea describes a swift wave of infections in a closed cat shelter (1). Between June and July of 2023, symptoms of high fevers, anorexia and neurological issues were evident within the shelter, ultimately killing nearly all the cats. H5N1, clade 2.3.4.4b, was confirmed by a private lab in July. As the cats were housed separately, in groups of 4-5 cats, infected poultry in the cat food is a suspected route of transmission.Continue Reading
Most cat parents know that human oral pain medications like Tylenol and Advil are toxic to cats. But did you know that human topical pain medications could proof to be deadly to cats?Continue Reading
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When Allegra was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, I knew I had to do everything possible to protect her kidneys. I already knew that my vet recommends AminAvast® for her patients with chronic kidney disease. I started Allegra on it following her diagnosis in January of 2021, and her kidney function has been normal on all bloodwork since then.Continue Reading
Over the last few years, the veterinary profession has undergone profound changes. The days of the neighborhood vet may be numbered as more and more practices are being bought by large corporations. An unprecedented number of veterinarians is leaving the profession, and the veterinary profession consistently has one of the highest suicide rates. These changes will affect you and your cat in various ways, if they aren’t already.Continue Reading