The water crisis in Flint, Michigan is affecting more than the city’s human residents. Flint’s pets are showing signs of lead contamination, too. The crisis began in 2014 when a state-appointed emergency manager switched city residents from Detroit water to Flint River water to save money. The corrosive water eventually caused lead to leach from old […]
Coughing and retching, stepping on a slimy surprise in the hallway… no pet parent likes the sound or sight of their cat’s hairballs! But thankfully, there are natural ways to combat hairballs, from dusting off the old brush to feeding cats natural, fiber-filled recipes like new Wellness Natural Hairball Control. And just in time for
I’m sure you’ve noticed cats are very curious little creatures. Even my “senior” cats have occasionally been found lounging atop a high stack of boxes in a closet or eating something mysterious underneath the couch. Younger cats aren’t the only ones who require precautions. When it comes to safety it’s important to start early and
What is HCM? The most common form of heart disease in the cat world is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy or otherwise known as HCM. When the term Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy is broken down into its Latin roots it simply means an increase in the size and development of the heart muscle. This unusual thickening of the heart muscle
While we all know that keeping your cat indoors is much safer and healthier than letting him or her outside, you do need to ensure your cat’s inside environment suits all of their needs. Here’s a handy infographic listing some of the ways you can tell if your cat is not comfortable indoors and some
In a perfect world, it is alright to have our adorable purring friends go outside; however, as we all know it, we do not live in a faultless, picture-perfect realm. While lots of cats enjoy being outdoors where they can explore their surroundings and even hunt prey, it is hardly ever true that going outside
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!
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!
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. The Catington Post is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with veterinarian, Dr. Liz
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. The Catington Post is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with veterinarian, Dr. Liz
