Fat” and “Obese” are Not Four-Letter Words
People tend to shut down when the veterinarian says their cat is fat or obese. They take it as an affront, often interpreting those...
On Politics and Pet Care
This year in particular, it seems, emotions are running high about political events here in the U.S. as well as about conflicts in other...
Concerns that Catnip Will Make Your Cat High; Concerns that It Won’t
Some people don’t use recreational drugs, including alcohol, because such substances can become addictive and impair judgment that leads to harmful behavior. And they...
Do You Know Your Cat’s Blood Pressure? You Should.
Many veterinarians, in a nod to making cats as comfortable as possible during wellness exams, do not routinely check feline blood pressure. But high...
When Your Cat Won’t Eat, Don’t Do This
A lot of people, when their cat won’t eat, keep offering up one food after another. Don’t be one of them. It can actually...
