Dr. Lauren Demos

Dr. Lauren Demos

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What Behavioral Changes Can I Expect from an Older Cat? Vet Verified

What Behavioral Changes Can I Expect from an Older Cat? Vet Verified

If you’ve spent many years with your cat and they’ve suddenly started to act and do things differently, it could be because of their old age. Cats typically ha…

Keri-Beth Clur
By Keri-Beth Clur
Can Cats Have Pepto Bismol? Vet-Approved Safety Tips & FAQ Explained

Can Cats Have Pepto Bismol? Vet-Approved Safety Tips & FAQ Explained

Pepto Bismol is a medication used to treat an array of digestive symptoms in humans—as the jingle goes, “when you’ve got nausea, heartburn, indigestion, upset…

Rachel Giordano
By Rachel Giordano
Why Is My Cat's Jaw Swollen After Dental Work? Common Causes & Recovery Tips (Vet-Verified)

Why Is My Cat's Jaw Swollen After Dental Work? Common Causes & Recovery Tips (Vet-Verified)

Given that dental disease and its subsequent problems are very common in cats, a staggering 50 to 90% of cats over 4 years old have some form of dental disease…

Annaliese Morgan
By Annaliese Morgan
How to Stop Older Cats From Eating Kitten Food: 6 Vet Approved Tips

How to Stop Older Cats From Eating Kitten Food: 6 Vet Approved Tips

It’s common for older cats in your home to react unpredictably to a new kitten, like an older sibling adjusting to a baby in the house. Unfortunately, it somet…

Codee Chessher
By Codee Chessher
Why Is My Cat “Fur Mowing”? Vet-Reviewed Causes & Treatments Explained

Why Is My Cat “Fur Mowing”? Vet-Reviewed Causes & Treatments Explained

If you notice that your cat is grooming themselves excessively or if you’re asking yourself, “Why does my cat pull out his fur?”, know that it's likely a form…

Rachael Gerkensmeyer
By Rachael Gerkensmeyer
Is My Cat Stressed or Sick? Vet-Reviewed Signs & Ways to Help

Is My Cat Stressed or Sick? Vet-Reviewed Signs & Ways to Help

Cats can struggle with change just as any species, so in times of stress, it is important to be more cautious of their needs. This is tough since cats don’t al…

Cassidy Sutton
By Cassidy Sutton
Why You Should Have A Cat: 10 Vet-Approved Reasons

Why You Should Have A Cat: 10 Vet-Approved Reasons

Owning a pet is a great deal of responsibility, which can deter some people from bringing one home. There are many reasons to own a pet, though! If you’ve been…

Brooke Billingsley
By Brooke Billingsley
How to Calm a Stressed Cat After Moving: 17 Vet-Verified Tips

How to Calm a Stressed Cat After Moving: 17 Vet-Verified Tips

Did you know that moving is considered one of the most stressful life events humans can go through? It’s true, but it’s not just us that moving impacts. Our pe…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
How to Introduce Your Cat to a New Cat: 8 Vet-Verified Tips & Advice

How to Introduce Your Cat to a New Cat: 8 Vet-Verified Tips & Advice

Bringing a new cat into your home can be challenging because cats tend to be more solitary than dogs and frequently aren’t too happy meeting new housemates tha…

Ed Malaker
By Ed Malaker
How to Dispose of Cat Litter Without Plastic Bags: 6 Vet-Verified Tips & Tricks

How to Dispose of Cat Litter Without Plastic Bags: 6 Vet-Verified Tips & Tricks

As cat parents, we are constantly looking for ways to improve the litter experience in our homes. Litter boxes can be one of the most challenging things to mai…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates