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Specific FXD dry cat food
Hi there,
My vet carries and sells the brand Specific FXD dry food. The assistant couldn't give me much info about why it's considered healthy, why they carry it, and why I should switch from my current brand. I was hoping for a second opinion.
I should add that my cats are allergic to chicken an...
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7 months ago
Dr. Lizzie Youens BSc (Hons) BVSc MRCVS
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Does my cat have asthma or a hairball?
Hello,
Over a year ago, my cat began to have strong coughs, as if there was something stuck in his throat. I recently decided to go back to the vet for a deeper examination of his lungs and body. I got some X-rays back from his doctor and she did say he has asthma. Based on symptoms, X-rays and thi...
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7 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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Cat Has Persistent heat with breaks
Hello,
I got my cat about 2 months ago. She was a stray. I took her to vet visits for normal check ups, worms, vaccines. All was normal except she had blood on stools but was treated with antibiotics due to being stress. And tapeworm was treated. She is 1 year old. We were planning her spay, howeve...
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7 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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Cerenia use
After a lot of lab tests and blood work I was told my cat had really bad pancreatitis. We took him to the Vet because he throws up a lot. They prescribed Cerenia which stopped him from throwing up that same day. I was instructed to give him a dose every day for 7 days. We stopped giving the med on d...
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7 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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Quality Dry Food without Raw Ingredients
Due to the increase in bird flu and the need to now avoid raw ingredients, I am searching for a tasty, high quality, fully cooked dry cat food. I have been using Orijen Original, and I understand it contains raw foods. What alternatives can you suggest?
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7 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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Best tasting hairball gel for cats
Hello! What is the best tasting hairball gel? Bought some from Petsmart and he hates it!!
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7 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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Can I feed both wet and dry cat food?
I've heard wet cat food is best, but dry is less messy and smelly, and seems better for tooth health. Is it okay to feed a combination of wet/dry? I'm thinking about switching between wet and dry food every day.
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8 months ago
Margaret Holm
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Fish Mox for cats
I care for a feral family. I noticed green mucus the nose of the oldest cat today. Taking him to a vet is impossible. Fish mox and lysine were recommended. I’m not sure how to dose the fish mox. What can I do? I’m also concerned about it spreading to the others. Do I treat them as well for a prevent...
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8 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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Unproductive urination in male cat
My 2-yr-old male tabby sometimes has episodes of frequent visits to the litter box without producing anything. The vet previously prescribed daily methigel to help prevent crystal formation. Is this a common male problem, or more common in tabbies? Our previous 2 male (black) cats never had this pro...
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8 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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Does my cat need an omega 3 or 6 suppliment
Hi, I keep seeing things about cats needing these supplements, how can I know if my cat has enough of these from her diet?
I do half and half dry and wet. The dry is Tiki Cat Born Carnivore, and the wet is Raws 96% rabbit.
I emailed raws and asked about it and they said:
Omega 3 - 1.108 ...
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9 months ago
Glockodile
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Is Friskies and Purina Pro Good Cat Food?
I have 6 rescue cats - all elderly. I have been feeding them 4 of Friskies daily and use Purina Pro plan dry food. I have been feeding them this for years. I have recently become concerned that it is not a good diet - but quite frankly I don’t know if I can afford the better brands??? Should I o...
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9 months ago
Cats.com Editorial Team
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Feral cat with kidney issues
What should i do one of our longstanding feral cats that i take care of only once a week look sick? We think he might have kidney issues.at least 8 years old. I couldn't bring him home to recover because of my cats. I would rather stay in the colony
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10 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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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
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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
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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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Staying positive when your cat is sick
Hi, my cat is sick, how do I stay positive and stop thinking the worst ?
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11 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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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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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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11 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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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...
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12 months ago
Dr. Chris Vanderhoof, DVM, MPH
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Wet Cat Food Suggestions for a Cat With CKD and Hyperthyroidism
I have a 16+ year old male cat that has CKD and hyperthyroidism. He had a bout of pancreatitis in the summer of 2023 and from there I started him on EN naturals. He is getting bored with this food and I am trying to find a wet food that will not exacerbate his symptoms. He prefers fish flavors but I...
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