Ask Dr. Paola – Eye Gunk, Dental Care & Pupils (January 5, 2026)
Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their cat’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned cat lover, Dr. Paola is here to provide answers to your most pressing questions. From […]
Ever Wonder Why Your Cat’s Tail Is So Long? Here’s Why
Your cat just leaped onto the bookshelf, tail streaming behind them like a banner. As they settled in, their tail curls around their paws. You’ve probably never measured it, but you’ve definitely noticed: that’s a lot of tail. And you’re right to wonder. Some cats have tails that stretch nearly a foot long, while others […]
Why Cat Ear Sores Shouldn’t Be Ignored (Even Small Ones)
You’re giving your cat a head scratch when your fingers catch on something rough. You pull your hand back and look closer – there’s a scab on the edge of their ear. A crusty patch. Maybe some hair loss around it. Your first thought: “How did I miss this?” Your second thought: “Should I be […]
New Year, New Coat Color: Meet the Salmiak Cats
The genetics of feline coat colors and patterns are extremely complex, and also include one of the most unique features in the animal kingdom, whereby the genes for the colors black and orange are located on the X chromosome, quite separate from the rest of the code for coat variations, which are all located on […]
Molly and the Homeless Pet Placement League: Heroes of the Pet World
Houston has an overwhelming number of homeless pets. Every day, countless dogs and cats enter shelters, face medical crises, or are abandoned on the side of the road. Even with dozens of dedicated rescues and thousands of passionate volunteers, the reality is that there simply aren’t enough homes, fosters, or financial resources to save them […]
Feeding Baby Food to Cats: What’s Safe and What’s Toxic
You’re feeding your baby some pureed chicken, and your cat materializes out of nowhere, sniffing the air with intense interest. On impulse, you offer a tiny spoonful. Your cat devours it immediately and looks at you like you’ve just unlocked the secret to eternal happiness. So naturally, you wonder: Is this okay? The answer is […]
Your Cat Is Begging at Christmas Dinner – Here’s What’s Safe to Share
Your family is gathering around the Christmas table, passing dishes and laughing, when you feel it: those unblinking eyes burning into the side of your face. You glance down. There’s your cat, sitting perfectly still, radiating an intensity that suggests they’ve never been fed in their entire life. You know that look. It’s the “I […]
CONSUMER ALERT – Give Carefully This Holiday Season
Despite being one of the most stressful, expensive, and busy times of the year, the holiday season also tends to bring out our charitable sides. According to Jack Hubbard, executive director of the Center for the Environment and Welfare (CEW), around 30% of annual charity donations take place in December, but if we’re not careful, […]
How I Fell in Love With a Cat That Wasn’t Mine, and Became a Cat Person at 65
I had never had, or even known, a cat in my long life. The day she arrived, in the hot summer of 2018, I was about to turn 65. That day would change my life. That day, my partner said, “There’s a cat watching us by the shed!” There she was, a brown creature with […]
That Crusty Red Spot on Your Cat’s Lip Isn’t What You Think
You’re petting your cat when your thumb brushes something rough on their lip. You pull back to look, and there it is: a raised, reddish patch that definitely wasn’t there last week. Your stomach drops a little. What is that? If you’ve started googling, you might have stumbled across the term “rodent ulcer,” which sounds […]
