Mosquito Season Is Upon Us
Q: My cat gets horrible reactions to mosquito bites that develop into open draining sores from all his scratching. Topical hydrocortisone ointment helps, but...
Incontinence in Cats
Incontinence is defined as the involuntary passage of urine or feces. Usually, your cat is not aware of it, and affected cats usually do...
Plants, Cats, and Preventing Hairball Buildup
Cat owners are familiar with hairballs and plant eating behavior by their cats. Could these two things be associated in a positive way? The...
The Feline Bath Battle
Many cats never need a bath. They’re amazing groomers. But, unfortunately, even indoor cats might get behind the furnace and end up dirty. It’s...
Signs of Anal Gland Problems
While scooting dogs get the most attention for anal-gland problems, your cat can experience anal gland impaction, too.
Signs your cat may be having trouble...
Monitor Impacted Bowels
Q: I have a 2-year-old male cat that has had two bouts of impacted bowels in two years and has had to have enemas...
Fleas Are Hard to Eradicate
Q: We have a 3-year-old indoor-only cat who we noticed began scratching at her ears and hind end about four months ago, to the...
How to Trim Your Cat’s Claws
Whether you have an older cat whose claws are overgrown or are trying to save your furniture, claw trims are something you will likely...
Kitty Litter Choices
There are criteria to consider in choosing your cat’s litter, starting with what she wants. Sometimes your desires match—but not always.
Litter can soak up...
Cat Resists Grooming
Q: I have a beautiful 7-year-old medium longhair tuxedo cat that is one of the loves of my life. He has put on about...
Do Dental Products Work?
Keeping your cat’s gums and teeth healthy involves regular brushing (preferably daily) and veterinarian-recommended dental cleanings. Brushing can be challenging, and dental cleaning involves...
Suspected Urinary Problems
Q: I have three male cats, and my 4 -year male cat, who is otherwise healthy and weighs 15 pounds, has difficulty urinating. I...