Dr. Ashley Darby

Dr. Ashley Darby

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Your Cat Keeps Vomiting After Eating: The 8 Possible Reasons

Your Cat Keeps Vomiting After Eating: The 8 Possible Reasons

Cats vomit. It's one of the less glamorous facts of life with a feline, and most cat owners have cleaned up more than their fair share of it. But when it's hap…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
Your Cat's Red Butt Has Entered the Chat (And Your Face)

Your Cat's Red Butt Has Entered the Chat (And Your Face)

Your cat demands attention in the most dramatic way possible: tail straight up in the air, rear end directly in your face. It's a classic feline power move. Bu…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
Where Do Outdoor Cats Sleep? 7 Places They Like to Curl Up (Vet-Reviewed)

Where Do Outdoor Cats Sleep? 7 Places They Like to Curl Up (Vet-Reviewed)

Some cats are strictly indoor pets and prefer lounging on a bed, tower, or sofa. However, others split their time between being inside and outside. So, when it…

Chris Dinesen Rogers
By Chris Dinesen Rogers
Should I Leave a Light on For My Cat? Vet-Approved Care Facts

Should I Leave a Light on For My Cat? Vet-Approved Care Facts

Cat owners want to do everything they can to ensure their cats are comfortable, safe, and happy. Knowing that cats get up and play, hunt, or just move around t…

Matt Jackson
By Matt Jackson
Can Cats Get Car Sick? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

Can Cats Get Car Sick? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

A car ride often represents three things to your cat: change, a lack of control, and loss of freedom. Felines hate all of them, and this ramped-up anxiety and…

Chris Dinesen Rogers
By Chris Dinesen Rogers
Skin Ulcers in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Treatment & FAQ

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…

Dr. Ashley Darby
By Dr. Ashley Darby
Multiple Myeloma in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment

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…

Dr. Ashley Darby
By Dr. Ashley Darby
Can Online Vets Prescribe Antibiotics? Our Vet Explains the Facts & Legality

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…

Dr. Ashley Darby
By Dr. Ashley Darby
Why Do Cats Show You Their Butt? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Do Cats Show You Their Butt? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Although cats have lived with humans for millennia, they still do many things that leave us feeling puzzled or confused. One behavior that can surprise or shoc…

Jessica Kim
By Jessica Kim
Do Cats Get Headaches? Our Vet Explains Facts & Info

Do Cats Get Headaches? Our Vet Explains Facts & Info

Like most veterinarians, I think it’s likely that cats get headaches, and I will demonstrate why; however, it's not something that has been scientifically conf…

Dr. Ashley Darby
By Dr. Ashley Darby