March 2005
Ask Dr. Richards: 03/05
Subscribers Only I just had my annual physical examination and, of course, the nurse checked my blood pressure. Coincidentally, my cat had her annual exam the day before, but her blood pressure wasn’t checked. In fact, it never has been checked. Why doesn’t my veterinarian check her blood pressure? Don’t cats have problems with hypertension like people do? …
Mind of the Cat: 03/05
Subscribers Only Cats are capable of an amazing assortment of behaviors. Some behaviors that are normal for cats are socially unacceptable to humans. A particularly common but universally unacceptable behavior is elimination outside the litter box. When a cat soils in places other than his box, it is time to call the veterinarian. Once the cat is determined to be healthy and all reasonable medical explanations have been ruled out, it is time to consider other factors. …
Is Your Cat a Feline Felon?
Subscribers Only It’s important to know community laws regarding vaccinations, neutering and so forth.
Moving With Your Cat
Subscribers Only It’s a stressful time for everyone involved, so we suggest ideas to make it easier on your pets.
Stop Hairballs in Their Tracks
Subscribers Only Those disgusting deposits can be a threat to your cat’s health, so take some steps in prevention.
When Your Beloved Cat Is Hurting
Subscribers Only Prompt and judicious pain management can benefit an animal’s long-term health.
Tiptoe Through the Tulips?
Subscribers Only You may have to limit your cat’s outdoor forays, especially in your neighbor’s garden. Here’s how.
Addressing Your Cat’s Special Needs
Subscribers Only There are times when your wonderful local veterinarian can’t diagnose your cat’s condition. Here’s help.
Does Your Cat Constantly Scratch?
Subscribers Only Food allergies may be the cause — and if left untreated, they can lead to other health problems.
Short Takes: 03/05
Subscribers Only Averting Kidney Disease While dishing out those prescription “kidney diets” for middle-aged and older cats with chronic renal failure (CRF), the question is a logical one: Why not feed younger cats something to prevent kidney disease in the first place? A study to be published in Veterinary Research Communications (June 2005) is a first step toward understanding risk-factor biomarkers for future kidney disease in young, still-healthy cats — and a hint to cat food makers to…