Independence Day is a time for summer fun, cookouts, and of course, fireworks. But did you know that reports of lost pets increase by 30% during and just after the holiday? And of those pets reported missing, fewer than 15%...
Q: I am allergic to cats, and I'm thinking about moving in with my girlfriend who has a cat. Antihistamines put me to sleep. Is there something we can give the cat instead? A: At present, the answer is no....
Travel season is around the bend, and for many pet parents, that means it’s time to hit the road with their whiskered co-pilots. Whether you’ve recently added a purring member to your crew or you’re an experienced cat chauffeur, journeys...
Any cat parent knows that cats can be highly sensitive creatures. Most of them don’t like change, many are picky eaters, and even the most laid back feline can throw out a hiss if they’re annoyed enough. But what do...
Q: My veterinarian doesn't offer Lyme vaccination for my cats, who spend more time outside than my dogs. Is a vaccine available for felines? A: A vaccine to prevent Lyme disease in cats is not available because it's not clear...
Most of us are familiar with the stereotypical image of a modern-day house cat: a cute, vaguely mischievous creature that eats and plays in between 10-hour naps. But the more we learn about cat behavior, the more we’re starting to...
Q: Emmy, my 12-year-old cat, has arthritis and chronic kidney disease. Her veterinarian recommended Onsior for her arthritic pain but warned that it could further damage her kidneys. I'm torn, because I want Emmy to be free of pain, but...
Welcome to the ultimate cat parent cheat sheet, fresh from the vet's mouth! We sat down with a real-life cat whisperer Dr. Lee Pickett (okay, she's a vet, but close enough), to lay down the feline facts. Ever wondered how...
If you have cats, you know how they love to get their claws into an old rug or worse, your best upholstery. For cats, scratching is a normal—and necessary—part of life. But you do have some control over where your...
Q: My cat, Purrsephone, is scratching and has tiny black specks throughout her fur. What's causing this, and what should I do about it? A: It sounds like Purrsephone has fleas. Those black specks that resemble finely ground pepper are...