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Cat Strokes: Signs, Causes, Diagnosis, Care & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Cat Strokes: Signs, Causes, Diagnosis, Care & FAQ (Vet Answer)

Although relatively rare, cats experience strokes. A stroke occurs when there is an abrupt interruption in the blood supply to your cat's brain. It can be very…

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatments

Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatments

Is your cat urinating frequently? Are they going outside of the litter box? These signs may be vague or quite prominent. Your veterinarian might refer to the c…

Cat Diarrhea: Causes & Care Guide (Vet Answer)

Cat Diarrhea: Causes & Care Guide (Vet Answer)

If your cat has diarrhea, should you always see a vet? What if your cat has diarrhea but seems fine? Let's look at why cat diarrhea happens and what to do.

What to Feed a Cat That's Vomiting: Foods to Help Care for Your Kitty

What to Feed a Cat That's Vomiting: Foods to Help Care for Your Kitty

When your cat is sick, the last thing you want is to feed them something that will make it worse. But how do you treat a cat that's still vomiting, and what sh…

Caring For a 1-Year-Old Cat: Vet-Reviewed Health & Wellness Tips

Caring For a 1-Year-Old Cat: Vet-Reviewed Health & Wellness Tips

Now that your kitten has hit their 1-year milestone, you’re likely wondering how things will change, since at 12 months, most cats are officially adult cats. I…

Colitis in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment

Colitis in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment

Taking care of a cat experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms can be quite an ordeal and cause a significant amount of stress for both you and your cat. A gastro…

Mastitis in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment

Mastitis in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes & Treatment

Mastitis is not frequently seen in cats. This could be due to many outdoor cats giving birth and nursing out of sight. Or perhaps it doesn’t occur as often in…

10 Senior Cat Health Problems: Vet-Verified Common Issues

10 Senior Cat Health Problems: Vet-Verified Common Issues

Like people and other animals, cats start to show signs of aging as they reach their senior years. Typically, 10 years is considered to be senior for a cat, al…