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Dr. Joanna Woodnutt

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How Do Vets Get Urine Samples From Cats? Our Vet Explains

How Do Vets Get Urine Samples From Cats? Our Vet Explains

Vets use a variety of tests to try and work out what is wrong with our feline friends when they are sick. Urinalysis is a series of tests that are performed on…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
How Do Vets Get Rid Of Fleas On Cats? Our Vets Answers

How Do Vets Get Rid Of Fleas On Cats? Our Vets Answers

There’s no use denying it – when we share our lives with pets, we also risk offering up our homes to all sorts of tiny squatters in the form of fleas, worms, a…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
Ataxia in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Ataxia in Cats: Causes, Signs & Treatment (Vet Answer)

Have you ever seen a wobbly cat, or a cat walking like he’s drunk? If you have, the chances are good that you saw a cat with ataxia. Ataxia in cats isn’t commo…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
Do Cats Shed Their Claws? Vet-Approved Answer

Do Cats Shed Their Claws? Vet-Approved Answer

If you have a cat, chances are you have found hollow claw-shaped pieces of nail in various locations around the house. This is completely normal and nothing to…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
What Happens if a Cat’s Whiskers Are Clipped? (Vet Answer)

What Happens if a Cat’s Whiskers Are Clipped? (Vet Answer)

One of the most distinguishing features of a cat must be its whiskers, but what exactly are whiskers? What purpose do they serve, and what happens if you were…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
Cat Dementia: Signs & Treatment Tips (Vet Answer)

Cat Dementia: Signs & Treatment Tips (Vet Answer)

As we get older, it's not just our bodies that age; our organs do too. One of the organs that undergoes this age-related change is the brain. Its deterioration…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
Why Does My Cat Snore? Our Vet Names 6 Reasons

Why Does My Cat Snore? Our Vet Names 6 Reasons

A sleeping cat is the picture of serenity. Unless of course, this peaceful image is interrupted by your cat snoring! While it certainly can be cute, you may wo…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Is My Cat Shaking His Head? Possible Reasons Explained (Vet Answer)

Why Is My Cat Shaking His Head? Possible Reasons Explained (Vet Answer)

If your kitty has a bell on their collar, you're probably all too aware of when they are shaking their head! After all, it sometimes seems like they only start…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
Rabies in Cats: Symptoms, Causes & What To Do (Vet Answer)

Rabies in Cats: Symptoms, Causes & What To Do (Vet Answer)

Rabies is a very serious illness, which sadly still kills many humans and animals worldwide. Thankfully, the disease is much less common in the US than it was…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
How Often You Should Trim Your Cat's Nails & How (Vet Answer)

How Often You Should Trim Your Cat's Nails & How (Vet Answer)

Cats use their claws for a variety of reasons, including jumping, climbing, and hunting. They are a very important feature, but there are times when they requi…

Dr. Joanna Woodnutt
By Dr. Joanna Woodnutt