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Grass Stuck in Your Cat’s Throat? Our Vet Explains What to Do
In school, we always laughed when we would go through what are called differential diagnosis, and “plant awn” would show up on the list. We would think to ours…
Do Cats Help With Anxiety & Depression? Benefits & Considerations
If you happen to have a cat roommate, you appreciate the companionship that you share with them from day to day. However, you might be surprised to know that y…
Can the Vet Take My Cat Away? Our Vet Answers
Taking our cats to the vet can be stressful, even if it’s just for a vaccination. In most cases, it’s not our cat’s favorite place to be, and it’s horrible whe…
A Day In The Life Of A Veterinarian: What Goes On Behind The Scenes
For most people, their knowledge of what happens at the vet’s office starts and ends in the consulting room. Sometimes the vet needs to take your pet in the ba…
Chronic Diarrhea in Cats: Our Vet Discusses Signs, Causes & Treatment
Nobody likes it when their cat has diarrhea, the kitty included. Not only is it potentially messy, but it can also be frustrating if it’s been going on seeming…
5 Reasons to Get Pre-Anesthetic Bloodwork for Your Cat (Vet Answer)
You’ve probably run across this scenario before: your faithful feline friend needs surgery. A veterinary technician recommends pre-anesthetic bloodwork the day…
How Long Can a Cat Live With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy? (Vet Answer)
One of the most common (and hardest to answer) questions that a vet gets asked when their cat receives a disease diagnosis is, “How long will they live?” The t…
Fostering Shelter Cats: Our Vet Shares 10 Tips Before You Bring One Home
Roughly 66% of American households have a pet, with cats ranking second among the most popular animals. Shelters have come a long way toward making the process…
