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How to Choose Cat Food: 10 Vet-Approved Tips & Tricks

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Cats and humans have shared a mutually beneficial relationship for roughly 12,000 years. People developed agriculture, which attracted pests, and felines happily acted as pest control. The cat’s role in human society and their subsequent adaptation and domestication provide vital clues for choosing the best food for your pet feline. The 10 Tips for Choosing […]

Cat Love Bites: What They Mean & Why They Happen

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Almost every cat owner has experienced playtime gone wrong. One minute, you’re petting your cat’s fuzzy head, and the next, they’re biting your fingers. Well, assuming that your cat isn’t drawing blood with the bites, it is safe to assume you’re “suffering” from love bites. Love bites are typically harmless nips that can occur for […]

My Cat Is Not Moving But Still Breathing, What Should I Do? Our Vet Explains

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There are a few times when emergency veterinary care is needed, no exceptions. Whether you’re at home and know of an incident that occurred, or you find your cat in a particular condition, you will need to locate the nearest veterinarian that accepts emergencies near you.  One of those instances is if you find your […]

Why Is My Cat Acting Weird? 5 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

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Some cats display what many owners would consider odd or weird behavior regularly. Others settle into a routine and can be quite predictable. This predictability makes changes in behavior even more obvious. If your cat is showing sudden changes in its habits, it is a sign that something is up. It might be as simple […]

Mental Health & Well-Being in the Veterinary Profession

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The veterinary profession is not for everyone. While a lot of people have a passion for animals, only a few can combine that passion with medical education and years of training. But veterinarians love what they do, even when challenging or heartbreaking situations arise. Merck Animal Health’s latest study in collaboration with the American Veterinary […]

How to Make a Cat-Friendly Office: 10 Simple Vet-Approved Tips

If there was any silver lining to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s that many employers continue to allow their staff to work from home at least part of the time. Normalizing remote work environments is great for many employees, especially those with children or pets to care for. However, if you’re like me, you know how […]

Is Cat Grass Good for Cats? Vet Approved Facts & Care Tips

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We think of cats as being strictly meat eaters, which is true.  An adult cat’s diet should consist of approximately 26% of (animal-derived) protein, compared to 12% for dogs and 8% for humans.  The protein consumed by dogs and humans doesn’t have to be from animal origin, whereas for cats, it does. While it is […]

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