An outbreak of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (H5N1) in dairy cattle occurred in the U.S. in March 2024. Since then, multiple smaller outbreaks in cats have been reported, including both indoor pet cats...
Diabetes mellitus is a condition affecting the body’s amount of the hormone insulin, or its effects on the body. Diabetic cats cannot control their blood sugar levels well, leading to symptoms such as excessive thirst,...
If you’ve ever stumbled across hydrolyzed protein diets for pets and wondered what they are, you’re not alone! The modern huge range of cat foods on offer is excellent news for felines, but all the...
Heart disease is fairly common in older cats and in certain breeds, but there are many different conditions that affect the cardiovascular system by causing an enlarged heart. An enlarged heart cannot pump blood effectively,...
For many cat owners, when cats bunny kick, they see an instantly recognizable move. When it happens, the cat will wrap their front legs around an object, and then kick at it frantically with their...
The bond between felines and their devoted owners is a strong one. Despite their aloof reputations, cats can be very loyal, affectionate, and loving. However, cat communication is very different from humans – they can’t...
Some people may think cats can eat any old pet food or table scraps, but loving owners know this is not the case. And it’s not because cats are picky eaters. (Okay—it’s not only because...
Arginine is an essential nutrient for every cat—from the smallest domestic shorthair to the largest Maine Coon. Cats can’t make it themselves, so they have to absorb all the arginine they need from their diet....
Calcium is a highly important mineral for many systems in a cat's body. It plays a vital role in bone and teeth development, muscle contraction, milk production, metabolism, nerve conduction, and blood clotting. A low...
While grown cats are known for their independence, they are the complete opposite when they are first born. Newborn kittens need their moms for everything because they are born blind, deaf, and unable to walk....
If your cat is not eating but acting normal, it can be a bit disconcerting. Are they sick or aren’t they? What could be wrong? It can be hard to tell whether to worry and...
I admit that I tell my cats "I love you!" an embarrassing number of times daily. I expect many cat lovers out there can relate. Obviously, they don’t understand me—cats have many clever and subtle...
