Dr. Leigh Wilder

Dr. Leigh Wilder

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Are Cats Able to Feel Pain in Their Whiskers? Our Vet Explains

Are Cats Able to Feel Pain in Their Whiskers? Our Vet Explains

Your cat is cute as a button, with a friendly face made even more endearing by the presence of whiskers. But aside from their visual appeal, what purpose do wh…

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By Dr. Leigh Wilder
How Long Does a Cat Take to Recover From Jaundice? Our Vet Answers

How Long Does a Cat Take to Recover From Jaundice? Our Vet Answers

While a highlighter-yellow cat may sound like something out of a cartoon, the reality of a jaundiced cat is no laughing matter. If your feline is suffering fro…

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By Dr. Leigh Wilder
Can Cats Recover From Hind Leg Paralysis? (Vet Answer)

Can Cats Recover From Hind Leg Paralysis? (Vet Answer)

If you have a cat with hind limb paralysis, you would do anything to help them get better. But in the face of this devastating condition, the uncertainties may…

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By Dr. Leigh Wilder
Fluid in a Cat's Lungs: Symptoms, Care, & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Fluid in a Cat's Lungs: Symptoms, Care, & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Fluid in the lungs, also known as pulmonary edema, is a serious condition that affects felines. If your cat receives this diagnosis from your veterinarian, you…

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By Dr. Leigh Wilder
Will a Cat Recover From a Stroke? (Vet Answer)

Will a Cat Recover From a Stroke? (Vet Answer)

Many people know of someone who has had a stroke. The signs and symptoms of a stroke are generally well-known, as is the need for immediate action if a stroke…

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By Dr. Leigh Wilder
What Are the Benefits of Cat Acupuncture? Are There Any? (Vet Answer)

What Are the Benefits of Cat Acupuncture? Are There Any? (Vet Answer)

Acupuncture is a pillar of traditional Chinese medicine and has been practiced for thousands of years. As a popular form of alternative medicine, it is current…

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By Dr. Leigh Wilder
How To Get a Stool Sample from a Cat: 4 Vet-Reviewed Steps

How To Get a Stool Sample from a Cat: 4 Vet-Reviewed Steps

Regular fecal testing is an important aspect of preventative care for cats, and an essential diagnostic tool if your feline is feeling under the weather. If yo…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
My Cat Threw Up - Are They Sick? (Vet Answer)

My Cat Threw Up - Are They Sick? (Vet Answer)

The sound of a vomiting cat is one no pet owner wants to hear. However, after the initial dismay wears off, you may wonder—Is this concerning? Why is my cat th…

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By Dr. Leigh Wilder