Dr. Maria
Zayas
Veterinarian
About
Dr. Zayas is based in Colorado with her dogs, cat, and fish. Dr. Zayas has a strong passion for sharing her extensive knowledge about cats to as many people as possible. With global travel experience, she prioritizes delivering accurate, informative responses to her clients’ inquiries. Specializing in house-call veterinary care, she focuses on allergies, pain management, and tailored solutions for cat health care, stemming from a diverse background in shelter medicine and home health. Dr. Zayas holds a Bachelor’s degree from Bryn Mawr College and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine.Archive
Jun 19, 2025
NHV Tripsy is a feline urinary and kidney supplement aimed to soothe the lining of a cat’s urinary system, prevent the formation of kidney stones, and reduce inflammation for an all-around more comfortable urinary tract for our kitty friends. Urinary...
Jul 25, 2025
No one likes to be constipated, especially not our feline friends who make a comfortable career in whichever way they choose. Unlike a dog that may poop unseen in a yard, we usually know if a cat stops pooping (if...
Jun 19, 2025
No one enjoys being woken up in the morning by a kitty crying for breakfast and attention, but the routine is even less pleasant if a cat has terrible breath. Gum disease is the underlying cause of bad breath or...
Jun 19, 2025
Did you know that, unlike dogs, there’s only one breed of cat with ears that aren’t fully upright? That’s right, and those are Scottish Folds. Since all cats have consistent ear positions, seeing a folded, drooping, or floppy-eared cat can...
Jun 19, 2025
There are all sorts of reasons for a cat to start limping. An injury to the muscle or bone is what most commonly comes to mind first, but in some cases, damage to a cat’s nerve could look like this...
Jun 19, 2025
On almost every list of toxic plants for cats, especially holiday lists, you’ll see poinsettias listed. The good news is that poinsettias are very mildly toxic to cats, and a cat would have to eat many leaves in one sitting...
Jun 19, 2025
Thankfully, dog dewormers are not inherently toxic to cats. However, the potential issue is whether a cat has eaten too much of the dewormer since dogs can be much larger than cats. Here’s everything you need to know to determine...
Jun 19, 2025
Approximately a third of US households keep cats, making them the second most popular species of pet after dogs. But very few of us really understand how they work. And while the digestive system might not be the most glamorous...
