Can Cats Eat Raw Fish?
Fish is often touted as a healthy dietary choice due to its lean protein, high levels of omega-3s, and plentiful vitamins and minerals. It is also commonly portrayed as a natural cat food, either as...
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Fish is often touted as a healthy dietary choice due to its lean protein, high levels of omega-3s, and plentiful vitamins and minerals. It is also commonly portrayed as a natural cat food, either as...
Iris melanosis is a type of iris hyperpigmentation, which is an increase in dark pigmentation on the iris. The iris is the colorful part of the eye and varies between cats—from yellow or amber to...
Cognitive dysfunction syndrome in cats is a common disorder seen in aging cats. Cats with cognitive dysfunction syndrome might show signs of confusion, disorientation, and undesirable behavior changes, but these symptoms can also have medical...
Humans bundle up in extra warm layers when the temperature drops. But do cats get cold? They only have their permanent fur coat to keep them warm in freezing weather. Do we need to worry...
Nasopharyngeal polyps in cats are benign (non-cancerous), inflammatory masses in the ears or throat. They usually occur in kittens under a year old—of any breed or gender. The appearance of a polyp in a cat's...
Sebaceous cysts are benign (non-cancerous) masses that can form on your cat’s skin, commonly on the torso and upper legs. The cysts look like raised lumps on the surface of the skin, and if they...
The question of how often your cat should visit the vet is a great one. Some people don’t take their cats to the vet for many years. Others seem to continually take their cats to...
If you have to travel with your cat, it's not always easy. Whether it's a short trip to the veterinary clinic or cattery, or a longer trip for a vacation, you don't want your cat...
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, I can almost taste the delicious roast turkey, pumpkin pie, and mashed potatoes. Our feast will contain numerous savory dishes along with scrumptious desserts to tickle everyone’s fancy. With...
Curling up with a cuddly cat sounds like a picturesque way to spend the night. Encouraging your cat to sleep in your bed every night, however, might not be a simple decision. There's a lot...