Why Does My Cat Lick Plastic?
Confession time: I have a cat who loves to play with (and lick!) plastic bags. He’s done it since I first adopted him—and he still comes running if he hears the rustle of a grocery...
Famciclovir for Cats: Uses, Dosage, and Side Effects
Famciclovir is a human antiviral medication, which is also used in cats for the treatment of feline herpesvirus type-1 (FHV-1). It’s used off-label in cats and comes in tablet form. It can cause some side...
Pododermatitis in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Pododermatitis in cats is known medically as feline plasma cell pododermatitis and colloquially as pillow foot. It is a painful condition that causes inflammation of the pads, making them puffy and uncomfortable to walk on....
Terramycin for Cats: Overview, Dosage, & Side Effects
Terramycin is the brand name for an eye ointment medication containing two antibiotics: oxytetracycline and polymyxin B. It's generally used in cats to treat a variety of bacterial eye problems, including conjunctivitis and corneal ulcers....
Cherry Eye in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
“Cherry eye” is the colloquial term that is used to describe a rare eye problem in cats that is correctly called “third eyelid gland prolapse“ or “prolapsed gland of the nictitating membrane“. This article will...
What Is a Primordial Pouch? And Why Do Cats Have One?
Have you noticed the swinging pouch of loose skin that hangs from your cat’s belly? Perhaps you have heard of something called the primordial pouch. Well, what exactly is a primordial pouch? That swinging pouch...
The Ultimate Guide to Cat Food Expiration Dates
Thanks to the vast array of high-quality commercial cat foods on the market, it’s easier than ever to provide your cat with the right nutrition to maintain good health. Although many cat foods include natural...
Lipoma in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
As cat owners, finding lumps or bumps on your cat can be extremely worrying. Lumps can come in different shapes and sizes, and occur in various parts of the body. Some lumps are benign (non-cancerous),...
Hematomas on Cats’ Ears: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
An ear hematoma, also called "aural hematoma," is a blood-filled swelling that forms in your cat’s ear flap. They are usually caused by your cat shaking or scratching their ear excessively. This trauma causes small...
300 Warrior Cat Names
Erin Hunter’s vast and immersive book series Warriors is a dream come true for cat lovers who also happen to be book lovers. The novels detail the adventures and lives of several clans of feral...
Selamectin for Cats: Overview, Dosage, & Side Effects
Selamectin for cats is a topical medication applied to the skin. It works to kill and prevent certain external and internal parasites, including fleas, heartworm infection, ear mites, and intestinal worms. It is found in...
Is Vinegar Really Bad for Cats?
Vinegar (also known as acetic acid) can be found in many different forms in different rooms in the home as it is such a versatile product with so many uses. Cats are notoriously inquisitive and...
