Dr. Nia Perkins

Dr. Nia Perkins

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Vaseline for Cat Hairballs? What Vets Want You to Know First

Vaseline for Cat Hairballs? What Vets Want You to Know First

You're watching your cat hack up yet another hairball on your carpet when someone suggests Vaseline. Wait, what? That stuff sitting in your bathroom cabinet? I…

Dan Seymour
By Dan Seymour
Can Cats Eat Chestnuts? Vet-Approved Diet Precautions & Advice

Can Cats Eat Chestnuts? Vet-Approved Diet Precautions & Advice

Do you have a furry friend at home and are curious if chestnuts are a safe snack for them? Wonder no more! Let’s explore whether cats can eat chestnuts and ans…

Sophie Jeffares
By Sophie Jeffares
Why Won’t My Kitten Poop? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons & Solutions

Why Won’t My Kitten Poop? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons & Solutions

Constipation is an abnormal accumulation of feces in the large intestines with infrequent or difficult defecation. Constipation is a serious issue for cats, in…

Dr. Nia Perkins
By Dr. Nia Perkins
Why is My Cat Throwing Up Yellow Liquid? 5 Vet Approved Reasons

Why is My Cat Throwing Up Yellow Liquid? 5 Vet Approved Reasons

Your cat vomiting can be concerning, but it may alarm you when they throw up yellow liquid. This colorful concoction surely could not be good, right? While yel…

Sophie Jeffares
By Sophie Jeffares
How to Clean Cat Eye Boogers? Vet-Approved Step-by-Step Guide

How to Clean Cat Eye Boogers? Vet-Approved Step-by-Step Guide

A thin layer of tears protects a cat’s eyeball, protecting the eye from any irritants or foreign bodies to keep vision clear. The overflow of tears can cause d…

Sophie Jeffares
By Sophie Jeffares
How to Clean a Cat's Butt: Vet-Approved Step-by-Step Guide

How to Clean a Cat's Butt: Vet-Approved Step-by-Step Guide

Cats are generally experts at cleaning themselves, butts included. But sometimes, your feline pal needs a little extra help in the hygiene department. Cleaning…

Sophie Jeffares
By Sophie Jeffares
Why Did My Kitten Throw Up? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Did My Kitten Throw Up? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

If you have a kitten, you’ve most likely experienced waking up in the middle of the night to the sound of your little darling gagging and retching. While all c…

Patricia Dickson
By Patricia Dickson
How to Clean a Cat’s Nose: Vet Approved Step-By-Step Guide

How to Clean a Cat’s Nose: Vet Approved Step-By-Step Guide

As a pet parent, you do everything for your cat, from feeding them to grooming and taking them to the vet. When your cat has a stuffy nose, whether from being…

Patricia Dickson
By Patricia Dickson
Why Does My Cat Throw Up Every Day? 10 Vet-Verified Reasons

Why Does My Cat Throw Up Every Day? 10 Vet-Verified Reasons

Cats throw up occasionally, but if your cat is vomiting every day, they may have a medical condition. It’s also worrisome as a pet parent to see your pet getti…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
Can Cats Eat Melatonin? Vet Recommendations & Facts

Can Cats Eat Melatonin? Vet Recommendations & Facts

If you regularly have insomnia, chances are you’re familiar with the supplement melatonin. Melatonin is widely used for insomnia because it’s effective (and ne…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne