Feline Hip Dysplasia
Feline hip dysplasia can be a major contributing factor in cats who just seem to “slow down” as they age. While hip arthritis is...
From Constipation to Megacolon
An occasional bout of constipation that either self-resolves or resolves easily with simple treatment by your veterinarian is usually not cause for alarm. Frequent,...
Autoimmune Disease Control
Q: My 4-year-old cat has swelling and bacterial infections in her foot pads/nail beds, and I am using chlorohexidine. My veterinarian says it’s an...
The Most Common Cancer
Lymphoma is the most common cancer in cats. While it can occur anywhere in the body, the most common form in cats is gastrointestinal...
Clean Mouth = Healthy Cat
Keeping your cat’s mouth clean goes a long way toward keeping her comfortable and healthy for many years. Can you imagine not brushing your...
Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex in Cats
Q: I have two adult male cats from the same litter that are suffering from something called “eosinophilic granuloma.” They are both on cetirizine...
Veterinary Vaccine Controversies
There is no doubt that vaccines can and do save lives. The rabies vaccine is a perfect example.Rabies is a viral zoonotic disease that...
Respiratory Illness in Cats Can Be Serious
Respiratory problems in cats can range from minor annoyances to life-threatening emergencies.
Signs of respiratory illness in cats can range from an occasional sniffle or...
Must I Deworm My Cat?
Skipping your cat’s deworming can put other pets and family members at risk. “The ideal deworming protocol is going to vary from animal to...
Feline Health Screening: Is It Necessary?
Research addressing heritable feline diseases has been limited compared to that in dogs, but the interest is there, and studies are ongoing. The more...
Laryngeal Diseases in Cats
While asthma is by far the most common cause of coughing in cats, diseases affecting the larynx (voice box) come in second. You might...
Horner’s Syndrome
If one of your cat’s eyes looks sunken in and droopy, it could be Horner’s syndrome. This condition is caused by damage to some...