Dr. Rachel Ellison

Dr. Rachel Ellison

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Can Cats Have Bipolar Syndrome? Our Vet Explains

Can Cats Have Bipolar Syndrome? Our Vet Explains

One minute, your cat is cuddling with you as happy as a clam, and the next minute, they are climbing up the curtains, yowling, and acting like a banshee. What…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Can Cats Get Dogs Sick? Our Vet Explains Illnesses & Prevention Tips

Can Cats Get Dogs Sick? Our Vet Explains Illnesses & Prevention Tips

If you have a sick cat, you may wonder if they may be able to spread the same sickness to your unsuspecting dog. The short answer is that it will depend on the…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
How to Put Your Cat on a Diet: 20 Tips to Lose Weight (Vet Answer)

How to Put Your Cat on a Diet: 20 Tips to Lose Weight (Vet Answer)

Were you aware that in 2022, a whopping 61% of cats were overweight or obese?1 While this means that almost two out of every three cats are affected, fortunate…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Miliary Dermatitis in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Miliary Dermatitis in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Miliary dermatitis, also called feline miliary dermatitis, may sound like an unusual name for a medical condition, but it is a common malady that affects our f…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Vestibular Disease in Cats: Causes, Signs, & Treatments (Vet Answer)

Vestibular Disease in Cats: Causes, Signs, & Treatments (Vet Answer)

It can be quite alarming to suddenly see your beloved cat exhibit a tilted head, eyes darting back and forth wildly (nystagmus), and falling without being able…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Kidney Stones in Cats (Vet Answer): Causes, Signs & Care

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

Crystals, minerals, and precipitates—these things can form and grow within an animal’s urinary tract system to become what is called a stone (also referred to…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Can You Use Dog Flea Collars on Cats? (Vet Answer)

Can You Use Dog Flea Collars on Cats? (Vet Answer)

Fleas are annoying, problematic little parasites that can cause itchiness, discomfort, and even the spread of diseases in their hosts. In today’s day and age,…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Cerebellar Hypoplasia in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatments

Cerebellar Hypoplasia in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatments

Cerebellar hypoplasia is a neurologic disease that occurs when a cat’s cerebellum is underdeveloped. This happens in utero and permanently affects a cat’s move…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Is There a Home Remedy for a Cat With a Fever? Our Vet Explains

Is There a Home Remedy for a Cat With a Fever? Our Vet Explains

If your cat has a fever, you may be wondering if there is a remedy you can use to help treat it at home. No human medications are safe for cats, and treating a…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison
Why Is My Cat Peeing Blood? Our Vet Explains Causes, Treatments & FAQ

Why Is My Cat Peeing Blood? Our Vet Explains Causes, Treatments & FAQ

Imagine going to clean out your cat’s litter box and suddenly witnessing your cat urinating out what appears to be blood! As an owner, it can be shocking and r…

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By Dr. Rachel Ellison