Worried about dehydration
Q: I’m worried my cat is not drinking enough water. I never see her at the water bowl. She is on dry food. Should...
The Brain-Bladder Connection in Cats Can Cause Disease
Your cat starts urinating more frequently and often does so outside the litter box, straining while he relieves himself. He also has started over-grooming...
The Cat Myths that Won’t Die
If you believe cats can see in the dark, you’re not alone. More than four in 10 people with pets think that, according to...
Yet Another Reason Not to Let Your Cat Become (or Remain) Overweight
Diabetes, orthopedic complications, urinary tract disease, liver problems. These are just some of the illnesses associated with excess weight in a cat.
There are...
Sticking to a Routine is Critical for a Cat’s Health
People often think of dogs as the pets who require a schedule, probably because they need to be walked several times a day. Their...
Why Do So Many Cats Have GI Problems with New Foods?
Your cat’s veterinarian advises you to change your pet’s diet. Perhaps she is overweight and should be eating food that is lower in calories....
National Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day
January 22 is National Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day. (Nope, we didn’t make this up.) Here are the answers to five of the most...
Increases in Vocalizations? Something’s Wrong
It’s safest not to assume that your cat has started meowing more because she has become more demanding. More vocalizing than usual means something’s...
When Your Cat Must Be Fed in an Upright Position to Stay Alive
Your cat starts regurgitating food and water. Or a kitten is born with the problem. What is meant to be swallowed just pools at...
Dental Sealants to Help Your Cat Avoid Gum Disease?
When a person gets dental sealants, they are applied directly to the teeth to help prevent cavities and other forms of dental disease. The...
Five Feline Fixes on the Cheap
We all know that just about any cat appreciates a tight fit in a cardboard box lined with tissue paper or a soft towel....
If You Absolutely Don’t Have Room for a Second Litter Box
The rule of thumb for the number of litter boxes you should have is the number of cats in your home plus one. You’ll...
