Dr. Lorna Whittemore

Dr. Lorna Whittemore

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Are Prayer Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Houseplants Examined

Are Prayer Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Houseplants Examined

The prayer plant, Maranta leuconeura, enjoys the cooler, even temperatures found inside your home and indirect light through a shady window or a sheer curtain.…

Krysha Thayer
By Krysha Thayer
How to Tell If Your Cat Is Having a Seizure: 3 Vet Reviewed Signs to Look For

How to Tell If Your Cat Is Having a Seizure: 3 Vet Reviewed Signs to Look For

If you’ve seen your cat drooling, thrashing around, or having difficulty controlling its movements, you might wonder if your feline friend has been having seiz…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther
Are Hostas Poisonous to Cats? Our Vet-Approved Advice

Are Hostas Poisonous to Cats? Our Vet-Approved Advice

There are some houseplants that are fine to have around your house. But unfortunately, hostas are not one of them, as they are poisonous to cats. If your favor…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther
Are Snapdragons Poisonous to Cats? Vet-Verified Houseplant Safety

Are Snapdragons Poisonous to Cats? Vet-Verified Houseplant Safety

Snapdragons are tall, candy-colored perennials that are usually grown as annuals. Gardeners grow snapdragons to brighten a garden or a front porch and even for…

Cassidy Sutton
By Cassidy Sutton
How to Clean Cat Hair Off a Couch: 4 Vet-Reviewed Steps

How to Clean Cat Hair Off a Couch: 4 Vet-Reviewed Steps

If you have a cat, you know how stubborn shed hair can be at sticking to your clothes, bedding, and couch. You probably have a couch covered in cat hair at any…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Can Cats Eat Oregano? Vet-Verified Toxicity Facts & What to Do

Can Cats Eat Oregano? Vet-Verified Toxicity Facts & What to Do

Oregano is a popular and versatile culinary herb that’s often used in cooking all over the world, as well as for medicinal properties. Many common cooking herb…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Can Cats Eat Fennel? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Can Cats Eat Fennel? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Cats are obligate carnivores and require a diet of meat from animal sources. Once in a while, cat owners might wonder if the occasional fruit or vegetable is s…

Jessica Rossetti
By Jessica Rossetti
Are Polka Dot Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Houseplants Examined

Are Polka Dot Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Houseplants Examined

The polka dot plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) is also known as the pink polka dot plant, the measles plant, baby's tears, or freckle face. The green leaves hav…

Jessica Rossetti
By Jessica Rossetti
Can Cats Eat Bully Sticks? Vet Approved Nutrition Advice

Can Cats Eat Bully Sticks? Vet Approved Nutrition Advice

Multi-pet households come with their fair share of challenges, one of which is keeping separate treats for your cats and dogs. Both animals have different nutr…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
Are Umbrella Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet Approved Toxicity Explained

Are Umbrella Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet Approved Toxicity Explained

Plants are a popular way to beautify your home and break up the concrete jungle with a little bit of natural charm. However, many popular houseplants are toxic…

Luxifa Le
By Luxifa Le