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Dr. Lorna Whittemore

Dr. Lorna Whittemore

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Why Is My Cat’s Poop Watery? 12 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Is My Cat’s Poop Watery? 12 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Cats can suffer from upset stomach and diarrhea just like us but noticing watery poop either inside or outside the litter box can be quite alarming. Diarrhea i…

Lindsey Lawson
By Lindsey Lawson
Why Did My Cat Throw Up White Foam? 6 Vet-Reviewed Causes

Why Did My Cat Throw Up White Foam? 6 Vet-Reviewed Causes

Owning a cat means dealing with the good times and the bad times, and those bad times can often involve bodily fluids. Cats get ill, just like we do, which can…

Kerry-Ann Kerr
By Kerry-Ann Kerr
5 Common Burmese Cat Health Problems (Vet-Approved)

5 Common Burmese Cat Health Problems (Vet-Approved)

Burmese cats are always in demand. Known for their friendly, people-pleasing disposition and coppery brown coats, it’s not hard to see why some pet owners drea…

Chelsea Mortensen
By Chelsea Mortensen
How Much Exercise Does a French Bulldog Need? Vet-Approved Facts & Tips

How Much Exercise Does a French Bulldog Need? Vet-Approved Facts & Tips

French Bulldogs are small and muscular dogs with smooth coats, flat faces, and big ears. Often referred to as simply “Frenchies,” these dogs have always been c…

Luxifa Le
By Luxifa Le
How Long Will Catnip Take to Kick In? Vet-Approved Facts, Pros & Cons

How Long Will Catnip Take to Kick In? Vet-Approved Facts, Pros & Cons

Nepeta cataria, more commonly known as catnip or catmint, is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It is capable of inducing euphoria in some fel…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
8 Snowshoe Cat Health Problems: Vet-Reviewed Health Guide

8 Snowshoe Cat Health Problems: Vet-Reviewed Health Guide

Looking to adopt a pet into your home and considering a Snowshoe cat? Though they haven’t been around for very long, the Snowshoe cat makes an excellent additi…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
Is Celosia Poisonous for Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Is Celosia Poisonous for Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Our cats are family members and are often just as precious to us as our children. Like toddlers, cats can be curious about everything under the sun. They think…

Samantha Reed
By Samantha Reed
Why Do Cats Need Scratching Posts? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Do Cats Need Scratching Posts? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

A scratching post may not seem like a priority item to purchase when bringing home a new kitty, but this seemingly unnecessary piece of equipment may just be t…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How Long Does It Take for Cat Hair to Grow Back? Vet-Reviewed Facts

How Long Does It Take for Cat Hair to Grow Back? Vet-Reviewed Facts

Whether your cat recently had a haircut with a groomer or needed a close shave for a surgical procedure, you might not be a fan of seeing your naked cat roamin…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Is Febreze Safe for Cats? Vet-Reviewed Health Facts

Is Febreze Safe for Cats? Vet-Reviewed Health Facts

For many years, we used household cleaners and fresheners without any thought to the contents and safety of those products. The assumption was that if it was o…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove