Q: Stormi, my new kitten, will be an indoor-outdoor cat. I know she needs to be vaccinated and eventually sterilized, but isn't it better to let her have one litter of kittens before that? A: Cats live longer, healthier lives...
Q: My cat Milo is a "dog cat": He comes when I call, fetches small balls and loves to play with toys. Last week, I caught him batting around a laundry detergent pod. Should I let him play with those...
As cat lovers, we all want our pets to enjoy a safe and healthy environment. Unfortunately, not everything that’s safe for humans is equally safe for cats. As cannabis and related products have become more widely available, the risk of...
Independence Day is a time for summer fun, cookouts, and of course, fireworks. But did you know that reports of lost pets increase by 30% during and just after the holiday? And of those pets reported missing, fewer than 15%...
Q: I am allergic to cats, and I'm thinking about moving in with my girlfriend who has a cat. Antihistamines put me to sleep. Is there something we can give the cat instead? A: At present, the answer is no....
Any cat parent knows that cats can be highly sensitive creatures. Most of them don’t like change, many are picky eaters, and even the most laid back feline can throw out a hiss if they’re annoyed enough. But what do...
Q: My veterinarian doesn't offer Lyme vaccination for my cats, who spend more time outside than my dogs. Is a vaccine available for felines? A: A vaccine to prevent Lyme disease in cats is not available because it's not clear...
Q: Emmy, my 12-year-old cat, has arthritis and chronic kidney disease. Her veterinarian recommended Onsior for her arthritic pain but warned that it could further damage her kidneys. I'm torn, because I want Emmy to be free of pain, but...
Q: My cat, Purrsephone, is scratching and has tiny black specks throughout her fur. What's causing this, and what should I do about it? A: It sounds like Purrsephone has fleas. Those black specks that resemble finely ground pepper are...
Millions of people use aromatherapy daily to boost mood, relieve anxiety, and improve sleep. And the scents themselves are very pleasing. But do the essential oils used in aromatherapy pose health risks to your cats? If you’re a cat owner...
