Gel vs. Electric Feline Pheromone Delivery Systems
Feline pheromones may help reduce stress in cats, and a recent study published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science compared the gel diffuser Zenifel with...
Suffering in Silence
Many cats develop oral issues as early as young adulthood. Oral problems, including dental disease, can be painful. But, of course, cats have a...
Infectious Respiratory/Ocular Disease
Infectious upper respiratory diseases (IURD), caused by a variety of viral and bacterial pathogens, are a major problem in kittens, especially those housed in...
Glucocorticoids Are Invaluable Medications
Glucocorticoids, or “steroids,” are commonly used to treat disease in cats, and they can improve—and even save—your cat’s life. While they are an important...
Your Guide to Ear Polyps
If you have a young cat who suffers from chronic ear infections or recurrent upper respiratory symptoms, it might be time to look for...
PE: Malformed Sternum
Take a deep breath and feel how much your chest expands to allow your lungs to fully inflate inside. Now imagine trying to take...
Generic Methimazole for Hyperthyroid Cats
Hyperthyroidism is a common health problem in older cats. Treatment options include the oral medication methimazole, radioiodine therapy, feeding an iodine-restricted diet (iodine is...
New Drug To Help With Anemia In Renal Failure
The Federal Food and Drug Administartion (FDA) conditionally approved Varenzin-CA1 (molidustat oral suspension) for cats with nonregenerative anemia due to chronic kidney failure. This...
New Weapons Against FOSCC in Cats
Feline oral squamous cell carcinoma (FOSCC) accounts for about 10% of all feline tumors and is the most common cancer of the mouth in...
FIP Drug Now Available in the United States
Owners of cats with the commonly fatal disease feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) have long awaited a reliable source for the drug GS-441524 to treat...
Postoperative Care at Home
Once your cat recovers from anesthesia, she will likely be sent home with you. This can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.
Before...
Monitoring Feline Acne
What You Can Do
Use glass, ceramic, or stainless-steel dishes. Clean your cat’s chin daily if she tends to be a messy eater, particularly after...