Ask a Vet
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Do Hypoallergenic Cats Actually Exist?
Different cats and different breeds produce different allergens, to which people's reactions vary. So, do hypoallergenic cats exist? Here's how it works.
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Ask a Vet: How Often Do Cats Need Shots?
A reader asks: How often do cats need shots, especially if they're indoor cats?
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Take It from a Vet: Lilies Are Toxic to Cats
Many cat owners don't realize that lilies are deadly toxic to their feline friends.
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The Good News? It’s Spring! The Bad? Hazards for Cats
Outdoor cats find trouble at many turns, while indoor cats face spring hazards in the home.
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Ask a Vet: How Much Should I Feed My Cat?
Cats who are kept at healthy body weights tend to live longer and healthier lives on average.
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What’s Euthanasia Like for a Vet? It Only Gets More Difficult
It's an act that can help some suffering animals, but it's difficult, and it has not gotten any easier.
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Why Dental Disease Is the Most Common Problem Cats Face
Dental disease occurs, simply, because animals don't brush their teeth.
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Ask a Vet: Why Do Some Vets Back Vaccinating Indoor Cats?
Why, for example, vaccinate an indoor-only cat for rabies? There is very little consensus.
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What Can Be Done for a Cat With Chronic Bladder Problems?
Bladder pain is a frustrating, common condition. Treatment can require a multipronged approach.
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Why Is My Old Cat Freaking Out About My New Kittens?
If you discovered a stranger had moved into your house, you'd be mad. Cats feel the same way.
