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....
Vacation season is here! The weather is warm and the road is calling. If you plan to include your feline friends in your road-trip adventures, a little planning now can save you a world of hassles later. Whether your...
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...
Most of us are familiar with the stereotypical image of a modern-day house cat: a cute, vaguely mischievous creature that eats and plays in between 10-hour naps. But the more we learn about cat behavior, the more we’re starting to...
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: Every professional has a list of things they wish their clients knew. What's your "top 10" list for cat people? A: Here's my top 10, starting with a simple courtesy and ending with the most crucial: Please show up...
If you have cats, you know how they love to get their claws into an old rug or worse, your best upholstery. For cats, scratching is a normal—and necessary—part of life. But you do have some control over where your...
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...
