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Mercury Poisoning in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Care

Mercury Poisoning in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Signs, Causes & Care

Mercury poisoning in cats is a rare condition. However, with mercury levels being fairly high in some commercially sold fish, it is possible for a cat to suffe…

Can a Cat Recover From Kidney Failure? Our Vet Explains the Signs, Recovery & Diagnosis

Can a Cat Recover From Kidney Failure? Our Vet Explains the Signs, Recovery & Diagnosis

Kidney, or renal failure, in cats is a very common condition. Most cats will suffer from chronic kidney failure, which means that, over time, the kidney degene…

Why Does My Cat Lick Food But Not Eat? (Vet Answer)

Why Does My Cat Lick Food But Not Eat? (Vet Answer)

You spend what feels like hours trying to pick a cat food that you think they'll like—online shopping, reading reviews, maybe picking up a few tasty looking ca…

My Cat Licked Flea Medicine! Here's What to Do (Vet Answer)

My Cat Licked Flea Medicine! Here's What to Do (Vet Answer)

Routine care for your cat will often include giving them a monthly or tri-monthly flea treatment. Thanks to modern medicine, this has never been easier, as fle…

Urinary Blockage in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Care (Vet Answer)

Urinary Blockage in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Care (Vet Answer)

Urinary blockages in cats are one of the most serious medical issues that cat owners and veterinarians alike must deal with. True blockages represent emergenci…

Can a Cat Give a Dog Parvo Virus? Our Vet Answers

Can a Cat Give a Dog Parvo Virus? Our Vet Answers

The short answer is, no. A cat cannot give a dog parvovirus. Both species can become infected with parvovirus, but the virus that affects your cat is slightly…

When Does My Cat Need Vaccines? Our Vet Explains the Schedule, Side Effects & FAQ

When Does My Cat Need Vaccines? Our Vet Explains the Schedule, Side Effects & FAQ

One of the best ways to keep a cat healthy is to ensure that they get the medical care they need. This means that in addition to a yearly or twice-yearly physi…

What Vaccines Do Indoor Cats Need? (Vet Answer)

What Vaccines Do Indoor Cats Need? (Vet Answer)

Vaccines are designed to protect against a variety of feline diseases, including rabies virus, feline leukemia virus, feline distemper (also called parvovirus)…