The Top 5 Genetic Diseases of Cats
If a cat has hyperthyroidism and is experiencing weight loss, increased thirst, and perhaps an unkempt coat, it’s probably something about the environment that...
If My Cat Lives Indoors, Why Does She Need a Rabies Shot?
Although it might seem like dogs are more prone than cats to contract rabies since they go outside, four times as many pet cats...
When the Sniffles Turn Serious
If your cat comes down with the sniffles for a few days, it’s nothing to worry about. A short bout of a runny nose...
When Cats Lick Themselves Too Much
The typical cat grooms herself at least 30 percent of the day, and sometimes up to 50 percent. It’s normal. But with so much...
Signs of Liver Disease In Your Cat
Your cat is overweight but hasn’t been at all interested in food for a few days. Since she could stand to shed a few...
Morsels November 2022
Put the Scissors Down!
If a stubborn mat develops in your cat’s fur that can’t be groomed away, you may be tempted to cut it...
Antibiotics Losing Their Effectiveness in Cats, Too
You’ve probably heard of antibiotic resistance — the ability of bacteria that are causing an infection to resist the antibiotics prescribed to kill them....
How Not to Diagnose a Food Allergy
Your cat’s skin often seems to irritate her — she either scratches or licks excessively. Or she somewhat frequently experiences digestive issues in the...
Dear Doctor: September 2022
Stubborn belly fat
Q: My cat was overweight, and I managed to trim her down with more careful feeding and cutting back on treats. I...
Dear Doctor August 2022
Helping at a shelter — virtually
Q: I would love to be able to volunteer at my local cat shelter, but my schedule makes it...
If Your Cat’s Pancreas Starts Digesting Itself
In dogs, a bout of pancreatitis often occurs around Thanksgiving or Christmas. People feed their pets fatty scraps from the holiday table, and it’s...
Illness, in Four Breaths
An untoward odor emanating from your cat’s mouth may be a clue to whether she has a specific type of disease. Here’s a rundown.
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