Cat Tips

You are more than a source of food, catnip and scratches behind the ear. You are your cat’s health advocate. Many common cat illnesses and health problems are readily preventable with simple actions on your…

  If your senior cat is starting to slow down, there are extra steps you can take to ensure that it is healthy, comfortable and content.  Here are five basic steps you can take to…

Have you brushed and flossed? No, not your teeth — your cat’s teeth. Your feline needs regular dental care just as you do. That’s because dental disease can affect the gums, bones, and connective tissue…

Just like their human companions, cats experience a gradual decline in organ function as they age. These age-related changes include a natural slowing of the cat’s resting metabolic rate (RMR), resulting in a decrease in…

Visiting a veterinarian can sometimes feel like you’ve taken a trip to a non-English speaking country. Terms like “gastritis” and “enteritis” may roll off your doctor’s tongue while you and your cat sit listening equally…

Medical researchers have discovered a miracle cure that can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and improve mental well-being — no pills required. The cure is your cat, according to a recent conference held by the…

While most people take their cats to a traditional veterinarian for care, some may wonder whether homeopathic veterinarians are actually the way to go. Homeopathy in general is about addressing symptoms rather than naming a…

There’s almost nothing my cat Penny loves more than lounging around on her own. Under my bed. Where it’s incredibly difficult for me to cuddle with her. Don’t get the wrong idea — every now…

When guests come to your home, you want them to feel comfortable and for your cat behave. If instead your cat tends to act out around other people, there may be a specific reason, and…