What to Do if Your Cat Has an Ingrown Nail
An ingrown nail is a common condition in cats and can be very painful. Their claws grow continuously, and unless they are worn down or trimmed, they can get too long. The nail becomes ingrown...
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Common Causes of Sudden Blindness in Cats
Sudden blindness in cats is very worrying for both you and your cat. You may have noticed your cat behaving strangely, vocalizing, bumping into things, or having trouble finding their food bowl. Some cats become...
Corticosteroids for Cats
Corticosteroids are a class of drug used in almost every area of medicine in both people and animals. They have strong anti-inflammatory effects. This makes them excellent at treating inflammatory and allergic conditions – for...
How To Help Your Cat Feel Better After Vaccinations
As cat owners, one of the most important things we can do for our cat’s health is to get them vaccinated. Cat vaccinations protect them against some of the most serious infectious diseases and help...
Sepsis and Septic Shock in Cats: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Sepsis happens when your cat’s immune system overreacts to an infection somewhere in their body. Instead of attacking the infection (what your cat’s immune system is designed to do), it begins to attack inside your...
Insulin for Cats: Uses, Dosage, and Considerations
Insulin is the main treatment for diabetes mellitus in cats. Insulin is given by injection—usually twice daily—under the skin, using a thin needle or a special VetPen. While giving your cats injections can seem daunting,...
When Can Kittens Leave Their Moms?
If you've ever visited a shelter during kitten season, you know how fun it is to see kittens meowing, climbing, and sprinting around the room. These cats are still juvenile but they are well past...
All About Vitamin A for Cats
Vitamin A is an essential vitamin for cats. This means that they need vitamin A for their bodies to work properly. Most animals can make vitamin A in the body from base nutrients found in...
Bile Duct Obstructions in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
For cats and humans alike, the liver produces bile and stores it in the gall bladder. After eating, the bile is released down the bile duct into the small intestine to help digest food. A...
How Can I Tell How Old My Kitten Is?
If you just got a new kitten, you may be wondering how quickly they age. Knowing the age of your kitten allows you to be sure they are developing appropriately and receiving the care they...
Regurgitation in Cats and How It Differs From Vomiting
Long-time cat owners know that their cat's breakfast may come up and onto the carpet occassionally. While the results can look similar, vomiting and regurgitation in cats are actually very different, with distinct causes and...
Melanoma in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Melanoma is a type of tumor that is thankfully rare in cats. It most often affects the eye but can also develop in the skin, mouth, ears, and rest of the body. While they can...