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Manx Syndrome in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatment
The Manx cat is a breed of domestic cat originating on the Isle of Man. Although it’s possible for a Manx cat to have a normal length tail, the breed is best k…
Pyrantel for Cats: Dosage, Uses, Side Effects (Vet Answer)
Pyrantel pamoate is an anthelmintic (dewormer) drug that is frequently used in cats, dogs, small animals, and birds. Its use is “off-label” in cats but many ve…
10 Herbs That Are Safe for Cats (& Ones to Avoid) Our Vet Answers
It’s natural to want to fill your home and garden with sweet smelling flowers and fragrant herbs, but if you also share your home with a cat, you’ll know that…
Zyrtec for Cats: Dosage, Uses & Side Effects (Vet Answer)
Allergies in cats can sometimes have the same symptoms as us – watery eyes and nose, mild congestion, and sometimes coughing. More frequently, allergies in cat…
Lyme Disease in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatments (Vet Answer)
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi. Animals and humans become infected via the bite of a tick. It is a common mi…
How Much Do Snowshoe Cats Shed? Our Vet Answers & Provides Tips
The Snowshoe cat is a medium-to-large breed of cat. Originally a natural mutation found in a litter of Siamese kittens, the breed was further developed by cros…
Pandora’s Syndrome in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatment (Vet Answer)
Have you ever been stressed for a long time, and as a result of this had a bad skin break out or picked up a head cold? In many ways, cats aren’t too different…
Hyperthyroidism in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatments
Hyperthyroidism is a very common condition seen in cats, and in this condition, the thyroid becomes overactive. One or both of the thyroid glands can be affect…