Overworked Veterinarians
Chris Roth, DVM, writes on a PetsBest blog that COVID-19 has caused pet ownership to surge by 10%. This has left veterinarians overworked and...
Welcoming a Rescue Cat
Watching your new rescue cat, or a stray you brought into your home, blossom and become part of your family is rewarding. With proper...
Fighting the Fleas Around Us
Everyone hates to find a flea crawling on their cat. The typical response is immediate: a bath followed by an effective topical, such as...
When Telemedicine Works Well
Veterinary medicine has not been immune to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to curbside appointments, requiring masks, and sometimes reduced hours,...
Make Easter Cat-Friendly
A quick response if your cat licks, chews, or swallows a harmful substance can mean the difference between life and death. But you must...
Best Designs for Feline Kennel Space
A recent article in Veterinary Practice News says that researchers recommend feline cages have clear doors so cats can see out (or covers they...
Lumpy, Bumpy, Clumpy Coats
You’re petting your cat and you realize that her silky coat is not so silky anymore. Whether your attention has been grabbed by small...
Peace in a “Mixed” Household
A recent study from the United Kingdom looked at the efficacy of pheromones to help calm the waters, using the commercial products Feliway Friends...
Choosing a Cat Harness
Whether you want to take your cat for safe outdoor excursions or just have a little more security when transporting her in your car,...
Be Careful With Essential Oils
A webinar from the Pet Poison HelpLine by Charlotte Flint, DVM, DABT, raises more concerns about essential oils, which are concentrated volatile plant oils...
Whiskers and Food Bowls
Your cat’s whiskers are a sensitive part of her anatomy. Also called vibrissae, whiskers are touch-sensitive hairs that grow in a couple of locations...
What Your Indoor Cat Does All Day
In the wild, cats are busy hunting and foraging all day. So how does your indoor cat occupy her time? The Winn Feline Foundation...