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September 14, 2021

A Simple Way to Help Cats: How to Choose and Use Scratching Posts

By: Karen Glass One common complaint from cat owners is inappropriate furniture scratching. Since scratching is instinctive for cats, it’s up to their human friends to […]
July 26, 2021

Ask a Vet with Dr. Sam: Why do cats chase their tails?

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

A Simple Way to Help Cats: Prepare your cat for post-COVID life

By: Karen Glass Back to working in the office after being home for months on end? Cats might have a reputation for being solitary and independent, […]
June 16, 2021

Ask a Vet with Dr. Sam: What exactly do veterinarians look for when they do blood work?

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 11, 2021

A Simple Way to Help Cats: Check the Chip

May is Chip Your Pet Month! Did you know 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime? Microchips are a lifeline for lost pets […]
May 8, 2021

Ask a Vet with Dr. Sam: Help! My cat does not like his carrier.

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

Ask a Vet with Dr. Sam: Can cats get heartworm?

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. […]
April 1, 2021

A Simple Way to Help Cats: Grow an Indoor Cat Garden

‘Tis the season for planting seeds! Itching to get your garden started? Why not try an indoor cat garden too! You’ve probably heard that some houseplants […]
February 25, 2021

Ask a Vet with Dr. Sam: Is xylitol dangerous for cats too?

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

A Simple Way to Help Cats: It’s the Perfect Time to tell Someone About the Benefits of “Sneutering”

February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month so it’s the perfect time to tell someone about the benefits of “sneutering” their kitty. MRFRS was founded because Newburyport was […]
January 27, 2021

Ask a Vet with Dr. Sam: My cat has a habit of missing the litter box. How can I help her?

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

Ask a Vet with Dr. Sam: I want to make sure my cat feels happy. How can I tell what’s going on inside his head?

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 […]