Have you ever witnessed your cat in distress and reached for your bottle of ibuprofen? Fortunately, you probably second-guessed yourself. A cat in pain can seem exceptionally vulnerable and heart-wrenching because most felines are ordinarily so stoic. Pain relief for cats requires expertise and finesse. Cats have nothing in common with dogs or humans when … Read more
With their beautiful, uniquely colored irises and vertical pupils, a cat’s eyes do not seem to bear much resemblance to yours. After all, cats can see in the dark and have that odd reflective glow at night. However, there are not many structural differences between a cat’s and a human’s eye. Cats can suffer from … Read more
Have you ever partaken in watching a cat flip out over catnip? Did you laugh at his antics as he became more playful than a kitten, rolling on the floor and leaping through the air in turns? You may have wondered if the cat felt like he had drunk a glass of wine or smoked … Read more
Do you have a senior cat that has been diagnosed with kidney disease? Or do you have an outdoor cat that you suspect has exposed herself to toxins? Does kidney disease mean a death sentence for your cat? The question of kidney failure in cats and life expectancy invariably comes up with the renal disease. … Read more
Is your cat lethargic or vomiting? What if she seems to have a yellow cast to her eyes? If you suspect her liver is affected, how do you determine the exact problem? What is liver disease in cats? How do you know your cat may have it, and what are indications that it may be … Read more
What if you suddenly notice your cat is losing weight? Is it acceptable that your pet who was once fat now looks slender and sheik? When does weight loss in cats turn serious? Weight loss in cats can be abrupt or chronic. Chronic cases can go unnoticed for weeks or months. Cats are sensitive creatures … Read more