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

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

Ever wonder what a cat is thinking? Quite often, their ears can give us a great deal of information about what is going on beneath that stoic surface. Alert or…

Fungal Infections in Cats: Signs, Causes, and Treatment (Vet Answer)

Fungal Infections in Cats: Signs, Causes, and Treatment (Vet Answer)

A fungal infection can be uncomfortable for a cat and, in some cases, can have a serious impact on a cat’s health and well-being. Fungal infections are infecti…

Do Female Cats Have Periods? Heat Cycle Explained (Vet Answer)

Do Female Cats Have Periods? Heat Cycle Explained (Vet Answer)

If you own a female feline, you may find yourself asking “Do cats have periods?” The short answer to this question is no, female cats don't have periods in the…

Diabetic Neuropathy in Cats: 4 Signs to Look For (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…

Sudden Loss of Balance in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes, Treatment & FAQ

Sudden Loss of Balance in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Causes, Treatment & FAQ

Cats generally seem pretty sure-footed—able to balance on top of fences and leap onto tall cupboards, and they (almost) always land on their feet. So, when a c…

How to Store Homemade Cat Food: Our Vet Answers!

How to Store Homemade Cat Food: Our Vet Answers!

If you’re looking into homemade cat food or have already made some, you’ll need a safe way to store the food that works for you. There are only a couple of way…

What Is a Digitigrade? Our Vet Explains Cat Locomotion

What Is a Digitigrade? Our Vet Explains Cat Locomotion

One of the many ways in which animal species are classified is by their type of locomotion—ie. the way they walk. The three classifications are: Plantigrade an…

Cat Bladder Cancer: When to Euthanize (Vet Explained Signs & Advice)

Cat Bladder Cancer: When to Euthanize (Vet Explained Signs & Advice)

Having to make the decision to euthanize a beloved companion is one of the hardest parts of being a pet parent. Even if your cat has been diagnosed with a term…