This morning, our cat Linus had an appointment with our veterinarian. Linus is not a big fan of the vet’s office and pretty much everyone hears him coming as soon as we step out of the car. We’re always looking for ways to make our pets more comfortable at the vet’s office and recently ran …
If you have a cat with urinary tract problems, you know how difficult it can be. We’ve been through urinary tract problems with several of our cats (all males), and were fortunate enough to learn about wet foods for cats with urinary tract problems. Why we needed food for cats with urinary tract problems Our …
My cat Oscar has had a UTI and/or crystals on and off for over a year! He’s on the prescription diets, and I keep having to try different antibiotics. He still strains in the litter box and he’s at the end of yet another course of antibiotics. I can’t stand him continuously suffering like this …
Have you ever seen your cat pulling out fur with his teeth, literally yanking out mouthfuls of fur and then spitting it? The practice is called barbering. Today we have a guest post from veterinarian Dr. Audrey Harvey about the practice, what causes it and what you can do to help stop your cat from …
It’s anyone’s guess just how many feral cats there are (we’ve seen estimates of 50 to 70 million in the US alone)–so, as you go about your daily life, you’ve no doubt seen feral cats. Often reclusive and living in colonies (many managed by fellow cat lovers), feral cats are not previously-owned stray cats but …
On July 5, animal shelters around the United States will be packed with incoming cats and dogs. Why? July 4th fireworks. More cats and dogs go missing on July 4th than any other single night of the year due to the noise of fireworks celebrations. Even if you don’t expect fireworks nearby, remember that cats …
As Adopt a Cat Month continues, we’re sharing a series of tips about how you can most successfully integrate your new cat in your family. Today’s tip covers a topic that’s very timely in light of the many terrible disasters so many regions have undergone in recent weeks. Be sure to include your new pet …
During Adopt a Cat Month, many cat lovers will add a new kitten or cat to their home, joining a resident cat. But what’s the best way to make these very special introductions? Today we have another in the series of tips from American Humane Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, CATalyst Council, and Petfinder ! …