The digestive system is an important part of a cat’s body, with a central role in the cat’s health and wellbeing. This article aims to summarise the details of the digestive system, along with a...
When you visit the office of your local DVM veterinarian, there are many times when you may be offered blood work for your cat. The aim of this article is to explain why blood work...
Determining whether a cat is male or female can present a challenge. While determining the sex of an adult cat can be tricky, it can sometimes seem nearly impossible in kittens! Understanding the differences between...
Losing a pet is tragic, it’s often difficult on the entire family including a cat that’s attached to the deceased pet or carer. According to a few studies plus owner’s personal accounts, positive and negative...
Most cats a born with five toes on each front paw and four toes on each back paw, for a grand total of 18 toes. However, some cats are born with more than the usual...
Worms are common internal parasites of cats, and regular year-round deworming is an important part of good cat health care. The aim of this article is to explain the background to worms, and to give...
"Cats are the visible soul of the house as the time spent with them is never wasted."~Jean Cocteau "Cats and music are the two ways of refuge from the miseries of life."~Albert Schweitzer "Cats are...
Fostering cats can be a very enjoyable and fulfilling experience. Whether you take in a newborn kitten or an adult cat, even though it may only be temporary, you have the opportunity to provide them...
After a cat undergoes surgery of any kind, strict rest is an important part of their recovery process. In order for any wound to heal, the area must be stopped from moving, as far as...
Whether you are intentionally breeding your cat, or, more commonly, are suddenly surprised that your cat is pregnant, you need to know what to expect when your cat is expecting. In this article, we will...
If you’ve ever been a foster parent for cats, you know what a wonderful and fulfilling experience it can be for you, as well as for the cats that you foster. Even though it may...
Tail signals are an important part of your cat’s communication repertoire. This article aims to explain more about cats’ tails and tail movements so that you are better equipped to understand what your cat is...
