Dr. Lauren Demos

Dr. Lauren Demos

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Can You Catch a Cold From a Cat? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

Can You Catch a Cold From a Cat? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

Once cold and flu season hits, most people find themselves feeling pretty crummy at some point. As soon as one person in the household goes down with a fall or…

Brooke Billingsley
By Brooke Billingsley
Can I Catch Ear Mites From My Cat? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

Can I Catch Ear Mites From My Cat? Vet-Verified Facts & Info

Ear mites are an icky problem that is common in stray cats and kittens but also can occur in outdoor cats that are exposed to the mites. Ear mites are tiny mit…

Brooke Billingsley
By Brooke Billingsley
Why Does My Cat Try to Climb Walls? 4 Vet Reviewed Causes & What To Do

Why Does My Cat Try to Climb Walls? 4 Vet Reviewed Causes & What To Do

Cats are mysterious creatures. Their independent and secretive nature makes them quite fascinating. They also have a unique set of behaviors that make them sta…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Why Does My Cat Paw at Smooth Surfaces? 5 Vet Reviewed Reasons

Why Does My Cat Paw at Smooth Surfaces? 5 Vet Reviewed Reasons

As you know, cats love to explore and get into all kinds of trouble doing so. Their curiosity is one of the things we love most about them, but pouncing on tha…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Why Do Cats Slap and Swat? 9 Vet-Reviewed Reasons & Tips

Why Do Cats Slap and Swat? 9 Vet-Reviewed Reasons & Tips

Cats, elegant and beautiful as they are, have some pretty perplexing behaviors. On top of the list is slapping and swatting anything (and anyone) they can get…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Why Are My Cat's Paws Swollen? 5 Vet-Reviewed Causes & Signs

Why Are My Cat's Paws Swollen? 5 Vet-Reviewed Causes & Signs

As a pet parent, you’re always doing your best to ensure your cat is loved and healthy. That’s why you get so concerned when your cat's paws are swollen or the…

Patricia Dickson
By Patricia Dickson
Can a Cat Overheat? Vet Approved Signs & How to Help Them

Can a Cat Overheat? Vet Approved Signs & How to Help Them

Due to their desert-dwelling ancestors, cats are often believed to not be affected by hot weather. While their normal body temperature is higher than our own—1…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Do Cats Have Scent Glands in Their Paws? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Do Cats Have Scent Glands in Their Paws? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Cats use scent in various ways to communicate with other cats and, indirectly, with humans. Cats have scent glands throughout their body that are used in diffe…

Krysha Thayer
By Krysha Thayer
Can Cats Catch the Flu From a Person? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Can Cats Catch the Flu From a Person? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

If you live in a cat-filled home, you know that there are lots of things both of you share. But can you share illness? It's widely known that cats and people c…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
Can Stress Give a Cat Diarrhea? Vet Approved Signs, Causes & Treatment

Can Stress Give a Cat Diarrhea? Vet Approved Signs, Causes & Treatment

Stress can undoubtedly cause cats to have gastrointestinal problems, including diarrhea. Although diarrhea can be triggered by stress, the condition can also b…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther