Can Cats Be Allergic to Their Own Teeth? Our Vet Explains Feline Dental Health Facts
Feline chronic gingivostomatitis (FCGS) is a condition in which cats develop inflammation of the gums and oral cavity. Although understanding of this disease is still progressing it is widely reported to be an immune-mediated disorder and also may involve infection with feline calicivirus. Technically, it is not that cats are born allergic to their teeth, […]
Flat-Face Cats: Our Vet Discusses Brachycephalic Breeds & Health Risks
Brachycephalic means “short head” or “flat face.” You may be familiar with brachycephalic cat breeds, such as the Persian and Burmese. These smooshed-faced cats are undeniably cute, but this unique skull structure can present problems that cats with normal skulls typically don’t have to worry about. Let’s look closer at these adorable cat breeds and […]
