Too Many Hairballs?
Cats have a natural fastidious need to groom and tongues that have papillae spikes, which cause the rough feel when your cat licks you....
Itchy Ears: More Than Mites
Ear mites are usually the first thing you worry about if your cat starts scratching her ears. This is no surprise, as ear mites...
Considering Clumping Litter?
There are a lot of cat litters out there, and deciding which to use starts with whether you—and your cat—prefer clumping or non-clumping litter.
This...
Considering Clumping Litter?
There are a lot of cat litters out there, and deciding which to use starts with whether you—and your cat—prefer clumping or non-clumping litter.
This...
5 Things to Know about Whiskers
Whiskers are one of the things that make cats such agile, successful hunters. These thin hairs provide details about the environment.
Whiskers Are Long Hairs
Your...
Fecal Incontinence in Cats
Cleaning up after your cat is part of the deal you made when you brought him home. You do it out of love and...
When Accidents Happen
Cats get into predicaments—we all know that—but sometimes they also get injured. While it may sound trivial when you’re worried about your kitty, the...
Strange Afternoon Antics
Q: Allie, our female Russian Blue mix, is about 7 years old. She’s a strange one, as she must be close to us but won’t...
Reduce Litter Tracking
Cat litter belongs in the litterbox, not scattered across the floor of your house. While it is impossible to eliminate all litter tracking, you...
Time for Updated AAHA Senior Care Guidelines
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) is synonymous with outstanding veterinary care for small animals. Their newly released 2023 Senior Care Guidelines for Dogs...
Ask Dr. K: Prefers Fabric Over Litter
Q: My stepdaughter is having a problem with her 7-month-old kitten who is inappropriately eliminating outside of her litterbox when any material/fabric is around. She...
Skin Folds in Obese Cats
As well as wreaking havoc on the inside of your cat’s body, excess weight can cause problems on the outside of your cat. Feline...