Dr. Meg Barnes

Dr. Meg Barnes

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What Feral Cats Actually Need From the People Who Feed Them

Feral cats are everywhere. Slipping between parked cars, darting under porches, appearing briefly at dusk before vanishing again. Most people see them, feel a…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
What Feral Cats Actually Need From the People Who Feed Them

How to Deworm Feral Cats: 4 Tips & Tricks (Vet Answer)

Deworming cats can be challenging at the best times, especially if they are feral. Cats have the marvelous ability to turn into agile gymnasts, and alongside t…

Dr. Meg Barnes
By Dr. Meg Barnes
How to Deworm Feral Cats: 4 Tips & Tricks (Vet Answer)

Diabetic Neuropathy in Cats: 4 Signs to Look For (Vet Answer)

Just like humans, cats can develop diabetes. In fact, it is one of the most common hormonal disorders in the feline population, especially middle-aged and olde…

Dr. Meg Barnes
By Dr. Meg Barnes
Diabetic Neuropathy in Cats: 4 Signs to Look For (Vet Answer)

Roundworms in Cats: Causes, Signs & Care (Vet Answer)

If you own a cat, you do need to be aware of them getting worms. Worms are not pleasant to think about, but if they infect your cat, it can lead to a lot of pr…

Dr. Meg Barnes
By Dr. Meg Barnes
Roundworms in Cats: Causes, Signs & Care (Vet Answer)

Will a Cat Abscess Heal on Its Own? Our Vet Explains Causes, Treatment & Prevention

A cat abscess, defined as a painful collection of pus, is a common ailment, but it can often be difficult to detect because most cats dislike being examined wh…

Dr. Meg Barnes
By Dr. Meg Barnes
Will a Cat Abscess Heal on Its Own? Our Vet Explains Causes, Treatment & Prevention

Feline Leukemia Virus in Cats (Vet Answer): Signs, Causes & Care

Second only to trauma, feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a leading cause of death in cats worldwide. In 2010, statistics suggested that it affected 2–3% of cats1…

Dr. Meg Barnes
By Dr. Meg Barnes
Feline Leukemia Virus in Cats (Vet Answer): Signs, Causes & Care

5 Most Common Cancers in Cats (Vet Answer): Signs, Causes & Treatments

It’s an unfortunate reality that cats are susceptible to cancer, just like humans are. Advances in veterinary medicine and pet care are making it easier to det…

Dr. Meg Barnes
By Dr. Meg Barnes
5 Most Common Cancers in Cats (Vet Answer): Signs, Causes & Treatments