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October 31, 2023
Cats are known for their playful and mysterious natures, but even they are not immune from experiencing sadness. Depression in cats can manifest in various ways, […]
June 28, 2023
There are multiple reasons why your cat may be trying to bite you. It could be for attention, little “love bites” while grooming, or they could […]
June 16, 2022
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a complex retrovirus found in cats. It is the second biggest health threat to cats, surpassed only by trauma. It was […]
May 30, 2022
Next to birds, cats possess the widest range of vocalizations of any domestic pet – in fact, cats can make over 100 distinct sounds! These fall […]
September 14, 2021
Help! How do I give my cat oral medication when he really doesn’t like it? When it comes to cats not liking to take their medicine, […]
July 26, 2021
Why do cats chase their tails? Tail chasing is something all cat lovers have witnessed. It starts with a little twitch and then quickly turns into […]
June 16, 2021
My veterinarian occasionally recommends blood work for my cat who is fairly young and healthy. Her blood work came back normal which is great but I […]
May 8, 2021
Help! My cat does not like his carrier. Is there anything I can do to get him to be more comfortable getting in his carrier and […]
April 1, 2021
I heard that April is Heartworm Awareness Month. Can cats get heartworm? Yes, though heartworm is much more common in dogs, cats can get heartworm too. […]
February 25, 2021
I often hear warnings about checking any peanut butter you give to your dog as a treat for the ingredient xylitol as it is extremely toxic […]
January 27, 2021
My cat has a habit of missing the litter box. About 8 months ago, we switched to a covered litter box, which has cut down on […]
December 29, 2020
A cat’s behaviors are interesting, complex and can be confusing. Meowing is only a small part of how they communicate. Most of the time, cats use […]