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Sterilization of an animal is a surgical procedure where certain reproductive organs are removed, making the animal unable to produce offspring and eliminating behavior that is related to the breeding instinct.   Key Takeaways The sterilization of male cats is called neutering or castration, while the sterilization of female cats is termed spaying. Spay/neuter clinics […]

What To Look for When Choosing Cat Probiotics NASC Seal Our vets recommend looking for products with the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) quality seal, as they certify supplement companies for pets. NASC works to make sure supplements are up to state, federal, and international standards. They require an adverse event reporting system, meaning member

What Is Pleural Effusion in Cats? For cats to breathe easily, their lungs need to be able to fill with air and expand. A buildup of fluid between the lungs and the chest wall can stop this from happening. This condition is called pleural effusion, and it can be life-threatening if not dealt with quickly.

A healthy cat’s nose is typically moist and cool, but there are many situations where his nose can feel or look a bit off. A runny nose can be caused by many conditions that vary in severity. Runny noses are especially common in young kittens or cats with compromised immune systems. Any time your cat

Though it’s tough for cat parents to think about, pets go missing every day. One study found that 15% of pet cats were lost within a five-year span, and it’s not a guarantee that your lost cat will be able to find their way home. Microchipping your cat can help your lost cat be returned

What Is Electrocution in Cats? Electrocution in cats is almost always accidental and fortunately not that common. But when it occurs, the effects can be quite devastating, even fatal. Electrocution is considered a medical emergency and often occurs when cats chew on an electrical cord or wire. The electrical energy from the cord passes through

  Kittens go through two periods of teething—the first when their deciduous (baby) teeth come in, and the second when their baby teeth fall out and are replaced by their permanent (adult) teeth. You may have already seen some of the signs of kitten teething. Knowing what to expect and how to handle kitten teething

Cats are curious creatures and can sometimes develop odd inclinations to what they eat based on texture and taste. This can lead to ingestion of interesting items that we humans would not consider edible, such as cat litter. The repeated abnormal ingestion of substances not normally eaten is a health condition known as pica. With

Naming your new kitten or cat is no easy feat. So it’s only natural for pet parents to wonder: Do cats know their names? According to experts, cats can recognize and respond to the names we lovingly gave them—but they don’t always choose to respond.  By looking into the workings of the feline mind, we can

People choose to eat a vegan or vegetarian diet for many different reasons. And if you’re part of the plant-based lifestyle, you might wonder: Can cats be vegan or vegetarian, too? Is there vegan food for cats? While vegan and vegetarian cat foods are commercially available, pet parents should think twice before buying them. Here’s