Dr. Chyrle Bonk

Dr. Chyrle Bonk

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You're Probably Feeding Your Cat Wrong (Here's How to Fix It)

You're Probably Feeding Your Cat Wrong (Here's How to Fix It)

Many cat parents pour kibble into their cat's bowl whenever it looks empty, maybe top off the water, and call it a day. The cats seem fine, so what's the probl…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
Where Do Stray Cats Go During the Day? Vet-Reviewed Facts

Where Do Stray Cats Go During the Day? Vet-Reviewed Facts

There are believed to be millions of stray and feral cats in the U.S. alone, and the overpopulation problem only continues to increase as more and more unwante…

Matt Jackson
By Matt Jackson
Do Cats Get Seasick? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Info

Do Cats Get Seasick? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Info

Everyone gets a little uneasy sometimes when their body is being tossed this way and that. Some animals get motion sickness far easier than others. If you’re w…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
Why Is My Cat’s Fur Matted on His Back? 10 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Is My Cat’s Fur Matted on His Back? 10 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Our feline friends spend a good amount of their time grooming themselves, but even with all that work and attention, they occasionally get mats in their fur. T…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
Bone Marrow Cancer in Cats: Our Vet Discusses Signs, Causes & Treatment

Bone Marrow Cancer in Cats: Our Vet Discusses Signs, Causes & Treatment

We often think of cancer as a lump or bump that pops up somewhere on our cat’s body. We can typically see and feel it. However, with bone marrow cancer in cats…

Dr. Chyrle Bonk
By Dr. Chyrle Bonk
Can Cats Eat Mustard? Vet-Verified Risks & Precautions

Can Cats Eat Mustard? Vet-Verified Risks & Precautions

A cat sneaking a taste of the turkey sandwich you accidentally left on the counter can seem harmless until you consider everything that might be in it. While m…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Does My Cat Have Black Boogers? Vet-Reviewed Causes & When to Worry

Why Does My Cat Have Black Boogers? Vet-Reviewed Causes & When to Worry

Even though it may be gross to think about, familiarizing yourself with a cat’s nasal discharge can help you take better care of them. The color of your cat’s…

Jessica Kim
By Jessica Kim
Can Cats Take Ozempic? Our Vet Explains

Can Cats Take Ozempic? Our Vet Explains

Medications like Ozempic are making quite a statement in the human medicine world, offering a new management strategy for people struggling with type II diabet…

Dr. Chyrle Bonk
By Dr. Chyrle Bonk
Why Does My Cat's Pee Smell Sweet? Our Vet Explains 4 Possible Causes

Why Does My Cat's Pee Smell Sweet? Our Vet Explains 4 Possible Causes

Cat urine isn’t typically known to have a nice smell. That’s why cat litter companies have worked so diligently to create products that trap or mask the natura…

Dr. Chyrle Bonk
By Dr. Chyrle Bonk
How Much Hissing Is Normal When Introducing Cats? What to Tolerate & Guide (Vet-Reviewed)

How Much Hissing Is Normal When Introducing Cats? What to Tolerate & Guide (Vet-Reviewed)

Welcoming a new kitty to the family is exciting for the humans in the household. The other resident cats? Maybe not so much. While some cats get along instantl…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler