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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…

Water on the Brain (Hydrocephalus) in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Water on the Brain (Hydrocephalus) in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatment (Vet Answer)

You’ve likely heard the term “hydrocephalus,” whether in relation to human babies or animals. You may even be familiar with the tell-tale dome-shaped head that…

Liposuction for Cats: Our Vet Explains What it Is & Safety Considerations

Liposuction for Cats: Our Vet Explains What it Is & Safety Considerations

Obesity seems to plague our feline companions. It is estimated that 50% of feline veterinary patients are overweight, and our veterinarians routinely tell pet…

Liver Disease in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatment Options (Vet Answer)

Liver Disease in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatment Options (Vet Answer)

Liver disease is a common problem seen in cats, and many different things can cause or contribute to the development of the disease. It is important that vets…

Omega 3 For Cats: Our Vet Discusses Benefits, Diet & Supplementation

Omega 3 For Cats: Our Vet Discusses Benefits, Diet & Supplementation

Omega 3s are a type of fatty acid that is a nutritional component of some foods. Omega 3’s can also come in the form of a supplement; they have some benefits f…

Buprenorphine for Cats: Usage, Dosage & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Buprenorphine for Cats: Usage, Dosage & Side Effects (Vet Answer)

Buprenorphine is a prescription-only drug that can be used for pain relief in cats. It belongs to a class of drugs called opioids, which provide very strong pa…

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…

Diet for Cats With Cancer: Nutrition & Considerations (Vet Answer)

Diet for Cats With Cancer: Nutrition & Considerations (Vet Answer)

It’s the word that no cat owner wants to hear: cancer. While cats are living longer than ever, that longevity comes with an increased incidence of a cancer dia…