Dr. Amanda Charles

Dr. Amanda Charles

Veterinarian

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13 Vet-Verified Signs You Need to Take Your Cat to the Vet Right Away

13 Vet-Verified Signs You Need to Take Your Cat to the Vet Right Away

Cats are experts at hiding illnesses, a trait they’ve inherited from their wild ancestors because an unwell wild cat would often become a quick and easy target…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
Cat Chewing Her Fur Off? Vet-Reviewed Reasons & Solutions

Cat Chewing Her Fur Off? Vet-Reviewed Reasons & Solutions

A cat’s grooming is generally the least of any owner’s concerns until they take their daily habits too far. Overgrooming can have medical causes such as skin a…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Cat Fostering: 8 Vet-Approved Reasons You Should Consider It

Cat Fostering: 8 Vet-Approved Reasons You Should Consider It

If you’ve ever watched a sad fundraising commercial for the Humane Society or scrolled slowly through a mournful page of adoptable cats, you know a huge popula…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Why Do Cats Put Toys in Their Food Bowl? Behavior Explained

Why Do Cats Put Toys in Their Food Bowl? Behavior Explained

Cats are curious, funny little creatures that sometimes do the strangest things. They can stare at nothing, hide in the oddest places, bring unwanted gifts to…

Keri-Beth Clur
By Keri-Beth Clur
How Contagious is Feline Leukemia? Vet-Approved Facts & Explanation

How Contagious is Feline Leukemia? Vet-Approved Facts & Explanation

Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a common infectious cause of disease in cats, affecting as much as 3% of the entire cat population in the United States and Can…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
Why Does My Cat's Pee Smell So Strong All of a Sudden? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Why Does My Cat's Pee Smell So Strong All of a Sudden? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

While cat urine generally isn't known for smelling great, it's often a sign to be concerned about if your cat’s pee smells really strong all of a sudden, as it…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther
Is Weed Killer Safe for Cats? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Is Weed Killer Safe for Cats? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Weed killers are ideal for keeping your lawn pristine, but are they safe for the kitties passing through? The answer is that it depends on the type of weed kil…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson