Dr. Samantha Devine

Dr. Samantha Devine

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What Are Struvite Crystals in Cats? Our Vet Explains Causes & Treatments

What Are Struvite Crystals in Cats? Our Vet Explains Causes & Treatments

If you notice any changes in your cat’s urination habits, this could be a sign of an issue with the urinary tract and could be struvite crystals. This problem…

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By Dr. Samantha Devine
Why Can't My Cat Pee? 6 Possible Reasons (Vet Answer)

Why Can't My Cat Pee? 6 Possible Reasons (Vet Answer)

Your cat heads to the litter box and cries out rather than urinating. You check the litter box and can't find evidence that your cat is urinating. Their abdome…

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By Dr. Samantha Devine
Breast Cancer in Cats: Signs, Causes & Care (Vet Answer)

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

Have you found a swelling on your cat's belly and aren't sure what it is? Maybe your veterinarian has found a mass as part of your cat's routine physical exam…

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By Dr. Samantha Devine
Is Advantage 2 Safe for Cats? Medication, Dosage & Usage

Is Advantage 2 Safe for Cats? Medication, Dosage & Usage

Fleas are pesky pests. They live on our dogs and cats and can cause various problems: intense itching, tapeworms, and anemia, to name a few issues. There are m…

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By Dr. Samantha Devine
Is Xylitol Toxic To Cats? Safety & Nutrition Advice (Vet Answer)

Is Xylitol Toxic To Cats? Safety & Nutrition Advice (Vet Answer)

You're getting a stick of sugar-free gum out of your pocket and accidentally drop it. Your savvy feline runs up and starts to lick it. You remember your vet me…

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By Dr. Samantha Devine
9 Best Supplements for Cats With Kidney Disease in 2026 - Reviews & Top Picks

9 Best Supplements for Cats With Kidney Disease in 2026 - Reviews & Top Picks

Your cat was just diagnosed with kidney disease, and you want to do everything you can to help support their kidney function. Your veterinarian suggests a diet…

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By Dr. Samantha Devine
Cat Quality of Life Scale: Making End-of-Life Decisions (Vet Answer)

Cat Quality of Life Scale: Making End-of-Life Decisions (Vet Answer)

It's hard to know when it's the right time to say goodbye to our loving feline family members. In the past, veterinarians have recommended looking at factors l…

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By Dr. Samantha Devine
8 Cat Diseases That Cause Death: Our Vet Explains the Signs & Prevention

8 Cat Diseases That Cause Death: Our Vet Explains the Signs & Prevention

With an estimated 26% of homes in the United States owning cats1, it's easy to see the impact these (usually) fuzzy felines have on our hearts. We want to do e…

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By Dr. Samantha Devine
5 Cutting-Edge Technologies in Veterinary Medicine (Vet Answer)

5 Cutting-Edge Technologies in Veterinary Medicine (Vet Answer)

Advances in technology allow us to live longer and happier lives, but what about our furry family members? Let's dive into some of the amazing advances in vete…

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By Dr. Samantha Devine
9 Common Cat Parasites: Our Vet Explains Facts, Signs & Treatments

9 Common Cat Parasites: Our Vet Explains Facts, Signs & Treatments

Have you seen some worms crawling in your cat's stool, or do you want to know what your veterinarian checks for when they run a fecal parasite screening? Did y…

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By Dr. Samantha Devine