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Let me start this off by saying don’t be alarmed by the subject line. Allegra is doing just fine. We’ve been dealing with a few ongoing health issues, and I thought it was time to update you.
The bottom line: Allegra is hyperthyroid. This came as quite a surprise to both me and my vet.Continue Reading
For the first time in a decade, American Association of Feline Practitioners and the American Animal Hospital Association have updated their Feline Life Stage Guidelines, a 23-page document designed to combine feline-friendly care approaches with a lifelong healthcare plan to improve every cat’s health and well being at any age.Continue Reading
After a three month hiatus, we’re delighted to welcome back Dr. Lynn Bahr and our “Ask the Cat Doc” segment! Once a month, Dr. Bahr answers as many of your questions as she can, and you can leave new questions for her in a comment.Continue Reading
Guest post by Ingrid R. Niesman, MS PhD
Cats are living longer and healthier lives, thanks to improved veterinary care, better nutrition, and the fact that most pet cats are indoor cats. A cat is usually considered a senior between the age of 11 and 14, cats older than that are considered geriatric. Senior cats usually require more care than younger cats, and when problems occur, they can often be more serious or more difficult to deal with.Continue Reading
Depression in humans has reached epidemic proportions in the United States. A 2017 study by the National Institute of Mental Health found that an estimated 17.3 million adults has had at least one major depressive episode, characterized by a loss of interest or pleasure in daily activities, as well as problems with sleeping, eating, energy, concentration and self-worth. I expect that more recent statistics will probably show even higher numbers, especially considering the mental health challenges wrought by the pandemic.Continue Reading
Even though most New Year’s resolutions are abandoned within a month of making them, the New Year is still a good time to start fresh and create some healthy habits for yourself and for your cats. The following tips will help get you started.Continue Reading
A little common sense goes a long way toward keeping cats safe during the holidays, but some holiday hazards take even the most seasoned cat parent by surprise. I thought it couldn’t hurt to review safety measures to protect your cats from harm so everyone can have a safe and happy holiday season.Continue Reading
Ever year this time of year, we hear how dangerous poinsettias are for cats. While they contain a milky sap that can cause digestive upset, such as vomiting, drooling, or rarely, diarrhea, there are other holiday hazards that are far more dangerous.Continue Reading
If you’ve been thinking about getting an Assisi Loop to help your cat, now is a great time to do so. Our friends at Assisi Animal Health are offering an exclusive 15% discount for our Conscious Cat community on any size Loop or Lounge!Continue Reading
The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), the leading advocate for improving education and standards of feline care, announced the launch of the Cat Friendly Certificate Program for veterinary professionals. The program offers veterinarians and their staff an opportunity to earn a certificate demonstrating their feline knowledge, skills, and best in-clinic practices in caring for cats.Continue Reading
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Today’s featured kitty in our series of cats who have been helped by the Assisi Loop is a very special cat named Dusty. He was rescued by FieldHaven Feline Center following the horrific November 2018 Camp Fire, horribly burned over his face, feet, legs and ears.Continue Reading