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How has having a cat as part of your family turned your everyday life upside down in the best possible way?
What little moments or surprising changes have you noticed that show how your feline friend has shaped your daily routine, your relationships, or even how you see yourself?
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10 months ago
Melina Grin
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Behavior
My cat has become scared of his own shadow
I have a 3 year old American short hair tabby that has been an indoor cat his whole life. He has a balcony that is fenced in so he gets to go out there for fresh air every day. Recently I brought in a new kitten for him, about 5 months ago and they seemed to hit it off right away, playing every day...
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10 months ago
T D
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Health & Care
Kittens dying at 10 days old
I breed Siamese kittens and my last 4 litters have died with flu like symptoms at around 10 days. What could be causing this? All my adults are fully vaccinated.
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10 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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Product Recommendations
iPettite donut feeder
Hello! I wanted to buy the Petlibro Polar feeder but it’s not a good option for one of my cats. He has a disability and the feeder would be to tall for him 😥
However, I did find a feeder that seems to be a decent option for wet food. I didn’t find many reviews and I was wondering if anyone...
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11 months ago
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Health & Care
How to determine good source of protein when your cat has renal problems?
I am aware of the importance of a cat needing protein, but not sure which brands of food to use when a cat has renal problems. I have been using the prescription diet can food, but not confident with them meeting protein needs. I have been told to restrict protein, but then to look for "good source...
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11 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
1
Health & Care
Can healthy cats eat urinary tract food?
I have one cat that had a urinary problem and eats urinary tract dry and wet cat food.is it ok for my other 3 cats to eat the dry urinary tract cat food?
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11 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
1
Health & Care
My Asthmatic Cat Doesn't like his inhaler
My cat was recently diagnosed with asthma. An inhaler was prescribed,but he hates it. He does this sad drawn out meow when he uses it and the last time the claws came out and the meow was louder. If he sees it, he goes the other way. So now I keep it out of sight and I haven't used it on him for day...
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11 months ago
Tasha
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Health & Care
Staying positive when your cat is sick
Hi, my cat is sick, how do I stay positive and stop thinking the worst ?
Latest Comment Posted:
11 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
3
Product Recommendations
Nuevo cat food
Have you ever heard of this German cat food brand? It's supposed to be very high-quality, but when I read the ingredients, the list is very vague. Any feedback would be appreciated!
www.nuevo-petfood.com
Latest Comment Posted:
11 months ago
[email protected]
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Health & Care
Advice needed for getting one of my cats to lose weight
I have two cats, both domestic short hairs. One (Stella the tabby) inhales whatever food I put in front of her. At our last vet visit, the vet told me that I need to get her to lose weight. So, I've bought one of those microchip feeders for my other cat Talana (the black cat). She's mostly a grazer ...
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11 months ago
Gillian Rosheuvel
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Product Recommendations
Cat food with grain
I have two cats who get loose stools when they eat any type of grain free food. What are some good dry foods that contain grains? Feeding solely wet food is not an option at this time (I do supplement the dry food with wet food). I've looked through the listing of rated cat foods on the website, but...
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12 months ago
Kate Barrington
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Health & Care
Cat Acne out of control
Boi has been struggling for a couple of months with chin acne. black heads on cat chin turn to pustules which break and blead causing scabs. Had 2 antibiotic shots and 1 steroid shot , using high grade stainless steel bowls only, meticulously clean. Anyone have luck with changing food?
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12 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
4
Health & Care
Nutrition/Kcal guides for cats
I've seen calorie guides from many sources. They're all over the map. I realize that metabolism varies cat to cat.
My cats, a 12 YO 14.2 lb female and a 3 YO 12.6 lb male both maintain on an average of 200-220 Kcal/day including treats.
If I add calories beyond that, they will gain weight. Both ma...
Latest Comment Posted:
12 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
1
Health & Care
My 2 year old cat is pooping mucus and blood
Hello , my 2 year old cat had dark red blood in his poop with mucus recently he’s been eating healthy wet Applaws cat food and drink good amount of water, should I be concerned? It happened 2 times this week before he didn’t have it
Latest Comment Posted:
12 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
1
Behavior
Sibling cats play fighting to the point that they are crying
I have 4 kittens that are about 5 to 6 weeks old. They were taken away from their feral mother at about 3 weeks. They can be super sweet and are very social. There are times when they starting playing and they get very rough with each other and me. While they start play fighting fine, it turns into ...
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12 months ago
Melina Grin
1
Health & Care
Calcium Carbonate early on the ingredient List
Hi,
Is Calcium Carbonate as either the 8th-12th ingredient in dry cat food, too much calcium &/or going to possibly cause problems down the road? It's usually further down on the list.
Appreciate you all!
Latest Comment Posted:
12 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
1
Health & Care
How can I help an anxious cat around strangers?
My mother-in-law is going to stay several weeks at my house to recover from surgery (we still don't know how long she will be with us).I have two cats (female and male) and they get along fine, but the male is really afraid of strangers. When guests come over, he always hides under the bed or under ...
Latest Comment Posted:
12 months ago
Jessica Bento
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Health & Care
Cat wheezing when sleeping
Our 18 month old male Tuxedo kitty named Lynx was treated by the veterinarian for Feline Respiratory Virus while he was at the La Plata Humane Society Animal Shelter between 3-6 months old we adopted him from there when he was 6 months…
He wheezes a lot, snores and seems to have trouble breathing w...
Latest Comment Posted:
12 months ago
AnnRenée Leist
2
Health & Care
Do I leave my cat alone or take him to a shelter
A stray cat became my cat about a year ago. I am the only person he will not run from. He made himself home from day one. Now I am taking a trip for six days and don't know what to do with him. He is scarred outside during the day but okay outside at night. I have someone to come every day to feed/...
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1 year ago
georgiacat
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Nutrition
Novel Rabbit protein by Rayne Nutrition
Hi! My vet recommend Rayne Nutrition RABBIT dry and wet cat food to see if it helps my cats ear allergies. My 5 year old girl has had chronic ear issues where she scratches them raw. It’s been this way since she was a kitten. Has anyone tried this food and compared to the other rabbit diets or novel...
Latest Comment Posted:
1 year ago
TrvlnGurl
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