Cat Articles

Cat health, safety, and behavior information from your trusted veterinary resource.

Stomatis in Cats

Updated: March 19, 2024

We don’t often realize the extent of our cats' mouth pain, as they suffer in silence. Learn how to recognize stomatitis and how you can help your cat.

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Why Cats Cough and How You Can Help

Updated: February 23, 2024

Discover the common causes of coughing in cats and learn effective ways to alleviate their discomfort and find practical solutions to provide relief.

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Tips for Feeding Multiple Cats

Updated: December 1, 2023

Feeding multiple cats can be challenging. We’ve got tips, DIY solutions, and automatic feeder options that can help you with multi-cat meal time.

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Urinary Tract Disorders in Cats

Updated: February 7, 2024

From UTIs to urinary stones to blockage and obstruction, your cat needs help now! Learn the symptoms, treatment, prevention, and what is an emergency.

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How to Give Your Cat a Pill

Updated: February 26, 2024

As a veterinarian, I know firsthand what a challenge it can be pilling some cats. But I can tell you, there is always a way.

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Why Does My Cat Bite Me?

Updated: February 8, 2024

Cat bites are serious business! Learn why your cat is biting and ways to recognize when they are becoming aggressive so you can stay safe.

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How to Keep Your Cat Cool

Updated: June 26, 2023

Cats generally regulate temperature well, so they don’t overheat. But when it's hot, it can be an issue. Read our tips to keep your cat cool and safe.

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Is Xylitol Toxic to Cats?

Updated: November 2, 2022

It was previously assumed that xylitol wasn’t toxic to cats. Here are the details about the research on cats, and what you need to watch out for.

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How to Put on a Cat Harness

Updated: November 10, 2022

Want to walk your cat? Wrangling a cat into a harness requires patience and positive training! Learn how to fit and put a cat harness on with these tips.

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DIY Cat Litter Box Enclosures

Updated: November 2, 2022

Check out these DIY ideas for hiding your cat's litter box that hide the mess or smell, and work with your space and decor. Solutions you can make or buy.

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Stem Cell Therapy for Cats

Updated: November 10, 2022

The most common use for stem cell therapy is for osteoarthritis and for cats, it is providing much hope for chronic kidney disease and other inflammatory diseases of the skin and gut.

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How Can I Tell If My Cat Is In Pain?

Updated: March 6, 2024

It can be hard to tell when your cat is in pain. Here are clues and tips to help you identify the pain and what you should do to help your cat feel better.

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How to Find a Lost Cat

Updated: February 8, 2024

These are steps to follow if your cat is missing. We hope these methods help for a quick and happy reunion for you and your lost kitty.

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What to Do if You're Bitten by a Cat

Updated: January 2, 2024

Cat bites can be very serious. Read about what to do if you're bitten by a cat, how to clean it, and why it's important to see a doctor as soon as possible

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The Best Litter Boxes for Cats

Updated: November 10, 2022

Finding the right litter boxes for your cat doesn't have to be hard. Here are our top picks for litter boxes and helpful accessories.

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How to Brush Your Cat's Teeth

Updated: November 10, 2022

Wondering how to brush your cat's teeth? Here's a step-by-step guide, plus what to expect while brushing your cat's teeth and the benefits to their health!

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Why Do Cats Knead?

Updated: December 6, 2021

Does your cat knead blankets, your other animals, or you? We asked a veterinarian specializing in animal behavior to learn why cats knead.

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Why Does My Cat "Bunny Kick" Me?

Updated: January 4, 2022

Ever wonder why your cat will suddenly latch on to your arm or leg and kick it with their back paws? Read on to find out why kitties "bunny kick".

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Top 10 Indoor Plants Safe for Cats

Updated: January 29, 2023

Cats and plants can co-exist inside your home without putting your cat's health at risk, and at the same time adding some color and style to your interior.

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Choosing the Best Cat Treats

Updated: December 5, 2023

Dr. Wallace shares her tips for choosing the best cat treats and how to determine what's healthy by learning how to read cat treat product labels.

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Christmas Safety for Cats and Dogs

Updated: November 23, 2022

With the holidays comes a never-ending supply of pet hazards, so we've put together some tips to help ensure your pet has a safe holiday season.

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Flea Allergy Dermatitis in Cats

Updated: August 16, 2023

Many pet owners are shocked to find out that flea allergy dermatitis can result from even very minimal and intermittent exposure to fleas – these pets are that sensitive and each flea may bite 50 times per day.

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Cat Stress: Causes and Solutions

Updated: October 4, 2023

One of the most common causes of cat stress is when their environment is unpredictable or unsafe. If the environment does not provide what your cat needs they can react unfavorably.

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Cat Aggression: Why They Strike and How to Stop It

Updated: April 20, 2022

If you have an aggressive cat, life can get rough. You may be constantly tip-toeing around, hoping he doesn’t choose this moment to strike at your feet, crying over yet another shredded pair of curtains, or refraining from inviting friends and family over for fear of an attack.

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