Toxoplasmosis in Cats
You’ve likely heard that pregnant women should not scoop litterboxes. The reason is the single-celled protozoan parasite, Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii), that can infect...
Gaining Control Over C. diff
This bacterium is found in healthy cats, too, but if there’s an overgrowth, problems can occur
Q: I held a cat in September or October...
Avoid Holiday Escapes
Most of our feline companions do not enjoy the holidays. It is up to us to provide a consistent routine when we can, along...
Limb Amputation for Bone Cancer
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association reported on a retrospective study evaluating cats that had a limb...
Avian Flu Remains a Threat
Cats continue to make the news regarding the highly pathogenic avian (bird) influenza (HPAI) type A H5N1 virus. Over 130 feline cases have been...
Limit Treats in Your Cat’s Diet
It’s fun to give your cat treats! We all enjoy a special little something occasionally, and it is an enjoyable bonding activity between cat...
(Still) Common Feline Viruses
Anyone who works with a feline shelter is very aware of three potentially deadly feline viruses: feline leukemia virus (FeLV), feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV),...
The Ins and Outs of Fostering
Many shelters and rescue groups try to place homeless cats in foster homes when possible. This relieves some of the pressure on the shelter...
Signs of Anal Gland Problems
While scooting dogs get the most attention for anal-gland problems, your cat can experience anal gland impaction, too.
Signs your cat may be having trouble...
Monitor Impacted Bowels
Q: I have a 2-year-old male cat that has had two bouts of impacted bowels in two years and has had to have enemas...
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- My Cat Ate Poison
- Limb Amputation for Bone Cancer
- Avian Flu Remains a Threat
- Limit Treats in Your Cat’s Diet
- (Still) Common Feline Viruses
- The Ins and Outs of Fostering
- Signs of Anal Gland Problems
- Monitor Impacted Bowels 8
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