Dr. Alice Athow-Frost BVM BVS

Dr. Alice Athow-Frost BVM BVS

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I'm Allergic to Cats But Want a Cat: 10 Vet Approved Tips On What to Do

Allergies are not only unpleasant to deal with, but they’re incredibly frustrating, too. If you want nothing more than a pet cat but are allergic to them, you…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
I'm Allergic to Cats But Want a Cat: 10 Vet Approved Tips On What to Do

Can Cats Survive On Their Own By Hunting Wildlife? Vet-Approved Explanation

Cats are predators; even those who prefer to spend their time curled up in comfortable beds have the bodies and instincts of skilled hunters. The only real dif…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther
Can Cats Survive On Their Own By Hunting Wildlife? Vet-Approved Explanation

I Found Kittens In My Backyard! What Do I Do? 6 Vet Approved Tips

Finding kittens in your backyard can be a stress-inducing disruption to the day. For many of us, that would immediately put us into hero mode, jumping into act…

Catster Editorial Team
By Catster Editorial Team
I Found Kittens In My Backyard! What Do I Do? 6 Vet Approved Tips

My Cat Is Aggressive Toward Guests: 5 Reasons Why and How to Stop It (Vet-Reviewed)

Cats are often reluctant to interact with visitors. Some hang back and monitor their environments until they become comfortable enough to join the activities.…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther
My Cat Is Aggressive Toward Guests: 5 Reasons Why and How to Stop It (Vet-Reviewed)

Can Cats Smell Diabetes? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Diabetes is a disease in which an individual’s blood sugar levels become too high. There are two types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther
Can Cats Smell Diabetes? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

How to Get a Scared Cat Out of Hiding: 5 Vet-Approved Tricks

Cats are always looking out for their safety and are experts at hiding when they feel afraid or threatened. It’s fairly normal for cats to hide when they first…

Jessica Kim
By Jessica Kim
How to Get a Scared Cat Out of Hiding: 5 Vet-Approved Tricks

How Do I Choose the Right Toys for My Cat? Vet-Approved Tips & Guide

When you have a cat, you already know how important it is to make sure they have something to do. This is particularly true of purely indoor cats. Cats have a…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
How Do I Choose the Right Toys for My Cat? Vet-Approved Tips & Guide

Why Do My Cat’s Feet Smell Like Fritos? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Cats are relatively odor-free pets compared to dogs, if you don’t count their litter box! However, that doesn’t mean cats don’t occasionally give off strange s…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Why Do My Cat’s Feet Smell Like Fritos? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

21 Fun & Vet-Reviewed Facts About Cats For Kids

Getting a new cat can be a lot of fun for the entire family, but it can be hard to know how you should behave around them if you're not familiar with them. Inv…

Ed Malaker
By Ed Malaker
21 Fun & Vet-Reviewed Facts About Cats For Kids

Can Cats Eat Passion Fruit? Vet Approved Feline Nutrition Advice

Our feline friends love treats, and we love giving treats to them! Most of the time, we stick with cat-specific treats, but sometimes, it’s tempting to let our…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
Can Cats Eat Passion Fruit? Vet Approved Feline Nutrition Advice