Cat Urinary Tract Problems and Infections Cat owners tend to be very familiar with their pets' bathroom habits, thanks to litterbox duty. Cleaning the box isn't anyone's favorite chore, but it can be an excellent way to keep an eye on your pet's urinary tract health. If your cat's b...
This causes lots of tears and other eye problems. Tears that flow onto their faces stain their hair and irritate or inflame their skin. There are a number of products on the market to treat these stains, but some have ingredients that aren’t FDA approved. Ask your vet what’s safe to...
However roundworm eggs are microscopic and are unlikely to be visible to the naked eye. For this reason, it’s usually recommended that all cats should be given routine worm doses, on a schedule throughout their lives. Deworming Your Cat Typically, adult cats (over six months of age) sho...
Are their beds, food, water bowl, and litter box in places that are quiet and away from foot traffic? Sometimes, when we make our homes more child-safe or Instagram-worthy, they become less cat-friendly, so it’s a good idea to stop every now and then and get a “cat’s-eye view...
The problem culminated a few days before they called me, when Tess took a swipe at Pandora and broke the skin near her eye. Michael was in a... Read More Cat Behavior Play Therapy By Jean Hofve DVM by Jackson Galaxy As you pass innocently by a doorway, your cat pounces ...
We have long advocated play therapy as a way to prevent--and solve--a host of feline behavior problems, as well as a part of indoor enrichment for your cat's mental and physical health. Now there's another reason--longevity! In a fascinating article, ABC News ponders the question: "Ho...
Home Health Carefor Cats and Dogs Give your pets or those of your gift recipient a healthy lease on life! Dr. Andrew Jones guides you with his inside vet-eye view and support to help you care for our pets at home with natural remedies. His work benefits us with his years of experience...
By maintaining your cat’s teeth and gums you can prevent them from giving the cords even an evil side-eye or second thought. Check Your Cat’s Diet As an added note, when cats chew cords, this could signal that their diet may not be fulfilling their needs. By adding digestible fiber ...
Chamomile Tea:The kittens also came to us with another problem: conjunctivitis, or pink eye. We solved this by applying warm chamomile tea bags to their eyes three times a day. I do the same when the cats have eye problems due to allergies. ...
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