Pet Health : Cats

Smiling person bottle feeding a neonatal tabby kitten
Fostering bottle babies is a heartwarming and magical experience! And there are so many in need of foster homes....Read More
Black cat lying next to an orange foraging mat
Show your cat some love by encouraging them to work for their food. Foraging mats (or “snuffle mats”) engage your cat’s mind and body and prevent boredom!...Read More
FIV-positive tabby cat
What is FIV?FIV stands for feline immunodeficiency virus. FIV typically causes a weakening of the cat’s immune system....Read More
Diabetic black and white senior cat
Diabetes mellitus in cats is an endocrine disorder caused by decreased production of the hormone insulin by the pancreas....Read More
Long-hair black kitten with chronic upper respiratory infection
Upper respiratory infections, sometimes called URIs or “cat flu,” are common in cats of all ages — from kittens to the elderly....Read More
Calico kitten with holiday bows
Though the holidays can be an exciting and enjoyable time for people, they can be problematic for some of our pets, and may involve some unexpected hazards....Read More
This woman chose just the right pet for her and her family: a medium-sized dog from the local shelter who is oh-so-sweet.
Sharing your life with an animal has great benefits and can bring you great joy....Read More
Gray and white cat on a cat tree shelf looking at the camera
If you have cats, you’ve probably seen one of them throw up at one time or another. It is common for cats to vomit, but it’s never normal for them to do so....Read More
Woman, who is dedicated to keeping her cat safe, with her gray-and-white shorthair kitty
Indoor and outdoor cats A common question people ask if if their cat should be allowed to roam outside....Read More
White cat with ringworm
In cats, ringworm is a very common contagious skin infection — and it’s not actually a worm at all....Read More