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Why Are Cats Anesthetized for Teeth Cleaning? (Vet Answer)
Dental care for your cat is as important as dental care for yourself. Cats can get tartar, gingivitis, broken teeth, tooth root abscesses, and dental pain just…
Owning a Cat on a Budget: 10 Vet-Recommended Savings Tips
If you’re considering adopting a cat but are concerned about your budget, you sound like a very responsible prospective pet owner. Welcoming a cat into your fa…
Why Do Seemingly Healthy Old Cats Suddenly Get Sick & Die? 5 Possible Reasons (Vet Answer)
One of the hardest parts of owning a pet is the inevitable end when we have to say goodbye. In many cases, we know the end is coming and have time to say goodb…
Megacolon in Cats: Signs, Causes, Treatment & Prevention (Vet Answer)
You’re likely quite familiar with your cat’s litter box habits. After all, you need to regularly scoop and clean the box, so you can note how much there is and…
Grass Stuck in Your Cat’s Throat? Our Vet Explains What to Do
In school, we always laughed when we would go through what are called differential diagnosis, and “plant awn” would show up on the list. We would think to ours…
