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Cat Strokes: Signs, Causes, Diagnosis, Care & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Although relatively rare, cats experience strokes. A stroke occurs when there is an abrupt interruption in the blood supply to your cat's brain. It can be very…

Cat Strokes: Signs, Causes, Diagnosis, Care & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatments

Is your cat urinating frequently? Are they going outside of the litter box? These signs may be vague or quite prominent. Your veterinarian might refer to the c…

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatments

Ear Mites in Cats: Signs, Causes & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Ear mites may be small in size, but they can cause significant discomfort to your cat. Most people are aware that ear mites exist, and that they are a fairly c…

Ear Mites in Cats: Signs, Causes & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Chlamydia in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Prevention & Treatment

You’ve probably heard about chlamydia, but maybe not in reference to your feline friends. In kitties, chlamydia infections often take on the form of an ocular…

Chlamydia in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Prevention & Treatment

Mastitis in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment

Mastitis is not frequently seen in cats. This could be due to many outdoor cats giving birth and nursing out of sight. Or perhaps it doesn’t occur as often in…

Mastitis in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment