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How to Help a Cat Lose Weight: Our Vet Answers

How to Help a Cat Lose Weight: Our Vet Answers

Are you finding that your cat is having trouble getting through her cat flap? Well, she’s not the only one! It is estimated that over 50% of adult cats are ove…

How Do I Get My Cat to Gain Weight? Our Vet Answers With Infographic

How Do I Get My Cat to Gain Weight? Our Vet Answers With Infographic

Monitoring your cat’s weight is a great way to get a hint about how well they are eating and if their overall health is on track. Kittens should steadily gain…

Fading Kitten Syndrome: Our Vet Explains Symptoms, Causes & Treatments

Fading Kitten Syndrome: Our Vet Explains Symptoms, Causes & Treatments

Having a litter of kittens is always an exciting time. Whether it is a long-planned litter or just an accident, it is thrilling to see new life born and grow.…

Cat Mange & Scabies: Our Vet Explains Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

Cat Mange & Scabies: Our Vet Explains Causes, Symptoms & Treatments

All pet parents are familiar with the common parasites, fleas, and ticks that can affect our four-legged friends, and they regularly prevent them with various…

Can Humans Get Tapeworms From Cats? Our Vet Answers

Can Humans Get Tapeworms From Cats? Our Vet Answers

Many studies show the benefits of owning cats, but they can come with a few risks, too. There are certain illnesses (called “zoonoses”) that humans can unwitti…

Kennel Cough in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Treatment, Causes & Diagnosis

Kennel Cough in Cats: Our Vet Explains Signs, Treatment, Causes & Diagnosis

If you’ve noticed your cat coughing and sneezing, almost like they have a cold, there’s a chance they could have kennel cough. Most pet parents are familiar wi…

Rabies in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatment

Rabies in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatment

Rabies is a severe, usually deadly disease caused by the rabies virus (Rabies Lyssavirus). It is present throughout the world and can affect all mammals. Unfor…

Why Is My Cat Squinting One Eye? (Vet Answer)

Why Is My Cat Squinting One Eye? (Vet Answer)

Our cats squint at us for several reasons. It can be a gesture of affection, a sign that they are in pain, or just indignation after we switch a light on. But…