Your cat’s anal glands aren’t typically a topic of conversation. In fact, you may not ever think of them unless something goes wrong. Then, you’ll wonder…What are they? What’s their purpose? And how can I prevent anal gland problems with my cat? Technically, anal glands are not glands at all. They are small sacs beneath […]
You may recall a study that went viral a few years ago that said sharing your home with cats quite literally could make you crazy. (We didn’t actually publish this because we thought it was rubbish.) The study, by Dr. E. Fuller Torrey, President of the Stanley Medical Research Institute in Bethesda, Maryland, implied that the parasite Toxoplasma
Dental disease in cats is one of the most common health issues seen by vets. As a matter of fact, about 70 to 85% of pets more than two years of age have developed some sort of dental problem. Most cats with serious dental issue though are still able to eat normally despite the pain
Medical emergencies often happen without warning. That’s why it is very essential for all pet owners to be familiar of the common veterinary crises and the basic first aid for their animal companions. While no one can be fully prepared for all sorts of emergency situations, there are some guidelines we ought to follow and
Veterinarians and public health expects became quite concerned when 45 cats at Animal Care and Control in Manhattan, New York, came down with a rare strain of the bird flu. Influenza A virus, known as low pathogenic avian influenza H7N2, has been identified in the 45 cats housed at the Manhattan shelter. While the virus
Anyone who’s ever been licked by a cat knows the texture unique to the feline tongue – we call them sandpaper kisses! New research out of Georgia Tech reveals the cat’s tongueis uniquely suited to seek and pull out snags and tangles in a cat’s coat. While it’s also helpful for picking up food, the tongue is
A recall has been issued after flea and tick treatments for dogs – containing permethrin – were distributed in packaging labelled as flea drops for cats. Even slight exposure to permethrin can be fatal to cats. Armitage Pet Care Flea and Tick Drops for Dogs 702 mg spot-on solution (Vm 20205/4003) Armitage Flea Drops for
New Jersey is on its way to becoming the first state in the country to ban veterinarians from declawing cats. Onychetomy is the medical term for declawing. To be clear, The Catington Post is a strong advocate against declawing. It’s a painful amputation of a cat’s knuckles – not simply removing claws, as many people still
Animal lovers across the globe can all agree: we never want to see our beloved pets in pain. We would shelter them from any kind of hurt imaginable, if we could. But, sometimes life has other plans, and we have to deal with what we are given. Losing a limb is never easy, whether you’re talking about
Are you fed up with a feline that stopped using the litter box? Concerned for a cat who’s sleeping a lot? Or, not sure if what your kitty does is normal? These are all questions you should ask a veterinarian. Dr. Liz Bales is here to answer your kitty questions about health, wellness, and behavior!
