January 26, 2022
By: Karen Glass Every cat owner wants to spend many years with their furry friend and one simple way to increase your cat’s longevity is spay/neuter! […]
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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, […]
September 14, 2021
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
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
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
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
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
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. […]
April 1, 2021
‘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
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
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 […]