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At What Age Is a Cat Considered a Senior? Our Vet Answers & Provides Care Tips
Watching our cats grow from kittens into adults and beyond is full of challenges, laughs, and lots of love. But as your cat ages and enters their senior years…
Vet Answers
Got questions about your cat's behavior or health? Our vets have answers. Get professional insights on everything from quirky habits to concerning symptoms, straight from veterinary experts.
Why Does My Cat Hug My Arm & Bite Me? Our Vet Answers & Explains
Cats are curious creatures, and any pet lover who owns one can tell you it’s true. A cat can be perfectly happy with being petted and loved one second, and the…
Do Cats Like Being Squished? Our Vet Answers & Explains Feline Behavior
Cats are fascinating as individuals, and some cats may become stressed out when exposed to new situations or people. Such cats may become particularly nervous…
Should Cats Wear Collars? Our Vet Answers Explains the Pros & Cons
The way some people see it, we have two types of people in this world. You’re either an ailurophile or a cynophile. An ailurophile is someone who fancies cats…
Cat Nutrition Support
Feed your cat right with expert nutrition guidance. From kitten feeding schedules to senior cat diets, learn what nutrients your cat needs and how to choose the best foods for every life stage.
What Can Cats Eat Besides Cat Food? Vet-Verified Nutrition Guide
When it comes to being a responsible cat parent, there is no worse feeling than getting home from the grocery store and unpacking everything, only to find you…
By Christian Adams · Reviewed by Dr. Maja PlatisaVet Approved
8 Types of Cat Food: Vet-Reviewed Nutrition Facts & Advice
Deciding what to feed your cat isn’t as simple as it used to be. The pet food industry is experiencing explosive growth, and new manufacturers are frequently e…
By Elizabeth Gray · Reviewed by Dr. Amanda CharlesVet Approved
Nutrition For Kittens: Complete Vet-Approved Guide, Science, Health Tips & FAQ
Kittens are some of the most adorable creatures on earth, and if you've recently adopted one, congratulations, and get ready for the time of your life! Now tha…
By Lorre Luther · Reviewed by Dr. Lauren DemosVet Approved
Holiday Foods That Are Safe for Cats: Vet-Reviewed Safety & Nutrition Facts
Disclaimer: Check with a veterinarian before adding any new foods to your cat’s diet, particularly if your pet has any underlying health conditions or is on a…
By Jordyn Alger · Reviewed by Dr. Amanda CharlesVet Approved
Cat Health & Care Support
When something seems off with your cat, get answers fast. Our vet-reviewed articles help you understand symptoms, know when to worry, and provide the best care for your feline friend.
My Cat Smells Like Death: 5 Reasons & What to Do (Vet Answer)
Saying that something smells like death can mean different things to different people, but it’s usually just a creative, if dark, way of saying that something…
Why Is My Cat Throwing Up Brown Liquid? 3 Vet Explained Reasons
Cats are rather infamous for being “vomity” creatures, with hairballs being the cause of most feline gastrointestinal evacuations. Because of this, a certain a…
Why Is My Cat Throwing Up After Having Vaccines? 3 Possible Reasons (Vet Answer)
Routine physical examinations are an integral part of preventative pet care. It is at these appointments that vaccinations are typically administered to our co…
Veterinary TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine): Our Vet Explains How It Helps Cats
In the two centuries since Louis Pasteur and Joseph Lister revolutionized medical practice with vaccination, sterilization, aseptic surgical techniques, and ot…
Cat Behavior Support
Confused by your cat's weird habits? You're in good company. From bathroom antics to attention-seeking tricks, learn what your cat's behavior really means and how to handle it.
Why Does My Cat Play With Poop? 6 Possible Vet-Reviewed Reasons for This Behavior
Typically, cats are very clean animals. They groom themselves regularly and they have quite specific demands when it comes to litter trays. Despite this, cats…
Why Is My Cat So Naughty? Vet-Approved Feline Misbehavior Explanation
Cats may engage in tons of behaviors that seem “naughty” to us without actually being naughty. Often, this may be the result of a cat’s unique personality, but…
Why Do Cats Sit on Their Toys? 6 Possible Vet-Reviewed Reasons for This Behavior
Cats are strange creatures with adorable, quirky habits that make them endlessly fascinating to watch as they go about their enigmatic feline business around o…
Attention Seeking Behavior in Cats: Vet-Reviewed Signs, Causes & What to Do
For many cat owners and lovers, there’s an inclination to feel rather honored when a normally somewhat-detached feline comes to rub on one’s legs or settle int…
Feline Health Issues & Diseases
Navigate serious health conditions with confidence. Get clear, vet-approved information about diseases and disorders that affect cats, from symptoms to treatment options.
Hemolytic Anemia in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Treatment & FAQs
Many people may have heard the word anemia before, but don’t really understand what it means. Anemia is the term for a low red blood cell count, or a low circu…
Tremors in Cats: Our Vet Discusses Signs, Causes & Treatment
While the jitterbug may have been a popular swing dance among humans, it's important to remember that cats don't normally jitter, the dance or otherwise (to a…
Multiple Myeloma in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment
If you’re interested in multiple myeloma, your cat may have been recently diagnosed with this rare disease. If this is the case, we’re very sorry and understan…
Online Vet Care
Get professional vet care without leaving home. Learn how online consultations work, what they can treat, and how to get prescriptions delivered — making veterinary care more convenient than ever.
What States Allow Online Vet Prescriptions? (2026 Guide)
Since the pandemic, people have turned to virtual meetings, online grocery ordering, and even virtual doctors’ appointments. Many virtual platforms have allowe…
Can Online Vets Prescribe Antibiotics? Our Vet Explains the Facts & Legality
Consulting an online veterinarian is convenient and less stressful for your pet. However, if you suspect your cat has an infection and needs antibiotics, is it…
How to Get a Vet Prescription Online: 9 Steps & What to Expect
Your cat has been shaking their head nonstop, and it looks like they have an ear infection. You call the vet's office to see when they can fit you in for an ap…
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Chatting with Devin About Here! Have a Kitten, Fostering, & Why Two Are Better Than One | Chatty Cattys, Episode 29
In this episode of Catster's Chatty Cattys podcast, Nicole & Dr. Karyn sit down with Devin, the founder and one-woman show behind "Here Have a Kitten"—a nonpro…
Guar Gum in Cat Food: Our Vet Explains the Uses, Safety & Verdict
If you’ve ever stopped to read the ingredients list on your cat’s food – which you absolutely should – you may have spotted something called ‘guar gum.’ Your f…
Rectal Polyps in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatments
If your cat is straining to pass feces, or you’ve noticed some blood in their poop, there are several possible reasons this could be happening, one of which is…
Homemade Low-Carb Chicken Cat Food Recipe: Dr. Lucky’s Meal Planning for Cats
It’s not unusual to browse social media and see someone preparing an at-home meal for their beloved pets. For me, the fascination with these posts isn’t the me…
Basal Cell Tumors in Cats: Signs, Causes, Diagnosis & Care (Vet Answer)
Our pets are a wonderful source of affection, companionship, entertainment, and stress relief, but they can also make us worry. Despite the many steps we take…
Feline Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Care
Feline oral squamous cell carcinoma is an invasive type of cancer. Affected cats tend to have pain associated with the tumor and may be disinclined to eat. Let…
Skin Ulcers in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Treatment & FAQ
Some feline diseases are quite subtle, but skin ulcers are not. Skin ulcers look like sores or open wounds on your cat. They are painful because the skin is ve…
Stomach Cancer in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Care
Your cat is losing weight and withdrawn, so you schedule a veterinary appointment. Your veterinarian suggests several diagnostic tests that point to your cat h…