Feline Health & Wellness

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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 […]
October 30, 2020

A Simple Way to Help Cats: Keep Them Safe This Halloween

Halloween is lots of fun but can be a dangerous time for cats! Here are a few ways to make Halloween more “treat” and less “trick” […]
September 30, 2020

A Simple Way to Help Cats: Indoor Enrichment

There are so many ways you can enrich the life of your indoor cat. Every cat is different but try one (or a few) of these […]
August 1, 2020

A Simple Way to Help Cats – Pet first aid? There’s an app for that!

If your cat has an emergency, what will you do? The American Red Cross offers a wonderful Pet First Aid app to help you prepare to […]
August 1, 2020

A Simple Way to Help Cats – Keep Your Cat Hydrated

So far, the weather has been mostly cool and comfortable but summer heat is on the way. It’s important that your cat is able to stay […]
July 30, 2020

Teaching the Nation About Feline Leukemia

MRFRS’s Shelter Director, Brit Fox Hover, presented to an international audience at the Feline Leukemia Day online conference. Adoption programs for feline leukemia positive (FeLV+) cats […]
July 30, 2020

Ask a Vet with Dr. Sam – Can early neuters and spays save the day?

Question: Have you thought about when is the best time to schedule that all-important spay or neuter surgery? Answer: If you are reading this, chances are you have […]
May 30, 2020

Ask a Vet with Dr. Sam – A Feline Dental Dilemma

Question: I’m wondering about my cat’s dental health…what are the important things I need to know or do? Answer: Remember the Cheshire cat? Sitting up in that tree […]
February 26, 2020

One Simple Way to Help Cats This Week – February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month

February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month so it’s the perfect time to tell someone about the benefits of “sneutering” their kitty. As you may know, MRFRS was […]