Dr. Leigh Wilder DVM (Veterinarian)

Leigh is a veterinarian with almost 10 years of experience in the US. She has loved animals since she was a child, and grew up caring for hamsters, guinea pigs, rats, fish, and dogs. Leigh received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Minnesota and has worked in both small animal clinical practice and shelter medicine since graduation. Leigh enjoys small animal preventative medicine and surgery and loves helping pet owners by sharing her knowledge. Outside of work Leigh enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and traveling.

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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 whiskers serve in our feline friends? If trimmed or damaged, can cats feel pain in their whiskers? Thankfully, while cat whiskers can transmit sensory information, they […]

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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 seem overwhelming, and you might wonder: Will my cat be able to walk again? In general, the prognosis for felines suffering from hind leg paralysis is,

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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 from this serious condition, you may have many questions, including how long it will take them to recover. While the recovery period varies, depending on the specific disease

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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 may wonder—what’s next? Why does my cat have fluid in their lungs, and what can be done to help them? The following article will discuss pulmonary edema in cats,

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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 currently used to treat several health conditions in humans—but what about our four-legged friends? Can acupuncture provide relief if your cat is suffering from a medical condition? We’ll discuss the

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