Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

Dr. Marta Vidal-Abarca

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How To Read a Cat's Body Language: 5 Vet-Reviewed Moods & Signals

How To Read a Cat's Body Language: 5 Vet-Reviewed Moods & Signals

While cats can't use words to tell us how they're feeling, most are expert communicators who rely on different types of vocalization, body language, and chemic…

Lorre Luther
By Lorre Luther
How to Treat a Cat's Broken Nail: Vet-Approved Care Tips & FAQ

How to Treat a Cat's Broken Nail: Vet-Approved Care Tips & FAQ

Cats are curious creatures and sometimes get into accidents, which can lead to injuries like a broken nail. If your cat has injured its nail, it’s important to…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
What Is a Normal Heart Rate for a Cat? Vet-Approved Facts & Health Tips

What Is a Normal Heart Rate for a Cat? Vet-Approved Facts & Health Tips

Cats have smaller bodies than we do, so it’s only natural that they’d have faster heart rates. The normal cat resting heart rate is between 160–220 beats per m…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
10 Behavior Problems in Cats: Vet-Verified Prevention & Solutions

10 Behavior Problems in Cats: Vet-Verified Prevention & Solutions

Cats are quirky, funny, loving, and adorable animals that we love sharing our lives with, but at times, mischief is afoot! Sometimes, though, that mischief bor…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
Why Did My Cat Pee on Me While I Was Sleeping? 5 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Did My Cat Pee on Me While I Was Sleeping? 5 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Are you Googling question this while you're washing your sheets? If your cat peed on you while you were sleeping, you want answers! After all, you'll want to e…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
When Do Mother Cats Leave Their Kittens in the Wild? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

When Do Mother Cats Leave Their Kittens in the Wild? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Female cats are unique creatures that form strong bonds with their young during the early stages of life. Though mother cats may be fiercely protective of thei…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
When to Euthanize a Cat With Seizures: The Difficult Decision & Vet Approved Advice

When to Euthanize a Cat With Seizures: The Difficult Decision & Vet Approved Advice

Seizures in cats can cause a great deal of distress, both to the cat and their human caretakers. Making the decision to euthanize a cat that is suffering from…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
How Does Frontline Work on Cats? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

How Does Frontline Work on Cats? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Frontline is a popular spot-on flea treatment used to help keep pets pest-free. It is safe and effective, with two options to choose from, depending on your ne…

Krysha Thayer
By Krysha Thayer
How to Tell If a Cat Is Allergic to Food: Vet-Approved Diagnosis Methods & Treatments

How to Tell If a Cat Is Allergic to Food: Vet-Approved Diagnosis Methods & Treatments

If you're a cat owner, you probably know how important it is to provide them with a balanced and healthy diet. However, what happens when your feline companion…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams
How Do Gravity Cat Feeders Work? Vet-Verified Pros, Cons & Price Guide

How Do Gravity Cat Feeders Work? Vet-Verified Pros, Cons & Price Guide

Pet care has gotten more involved and complicated as time goes on and we learn more about how to optimally care for our pets. Cats are naturally more self-suff…

Christian Adams
By Christian Adams