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Dr. Lorna Whittemore

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How to Tell if a Cat Is Sick: 10 Vet-Reviewed Signs to Watch For

How to Tell if a Cat Is Sick: 10 Vet-Reviewed Signs to Watch For

Cats are stoic creatures who do not readily show their physical distress. Additionally, cats tend to isolate themselves when they feel bad, making it even more…

Genevieve Dugal
By Genevieve Dugal
Is Pothos Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Health & Safety Guide

Is Pothos Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Health & Safety Guide

The pothos plant comes in many varieties and is popular for your home or garden. Plants make a lovely addition to your living space, and they can also provide…

Genevieve Dugal
By Genevieve Dugal
Are ZZ Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

Are ZZ Plants Toxic to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Safety Facts

The ZZ plant, also known by its exotic botanical name Zamioculcas zamiifolia1, is incredibly resilient. This almost perfect plant requires very little water an…

Genevieve Dugal
By Genevieve Dugal
Can Cats Drink Lactaid? Vet-Approved Nutrition Facts

Can Cats Drink Lactaid? Vet-Approved Nutrition Facts

The image of a cute kitten lapping milk freshly served by its favorite human is anchored in our imagination. But as charming as the idea is, cow's milk is gene…

Genevieve Dugal
By Genevieve Dugal
How to Tell if a Cat Has Worms: Vet-Reviewed Signs, Treatment & Prevention

How to Tell if a Cat Has Worms: Vet-Reviewed Signs, Treatment & Prevention

Intestinal worms are common parasites in cats. However, they should not be taken lightly, as their presence in your feline's body can be hazardous for his heal…

Genevieve Dugal
By Genevieve Dugal
Can Cats Eat Jackfruit? Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Jackfruit? Nutritional Facts & Safety Guide

Cats aren’t like dogs. They don’t run up each time you make a plate of food or a mid-day snack and beg for a bite. Well, some of them don’t. For some kitty par…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Cats Eat Mulberries? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Guide

Can Cats Eat Mulberries? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Guide

Mulberries are similar to blackberries and raspberries but with a slightly sweeter flavor. Although most cats are uninterested in this kind of flavor profile,…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Cats Eat Cake? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Can Cats Eat Cake? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

We’ve all been there: You leave some food out and your cat gets into it. Cake is a classic culprit, but now that it’s happened what do you do? Can your cat eat…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Cats Eat Succulents? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Can Cats Eat Succulents? Vet-Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Succulents are easy to grow and therefore, are extremely prevalent in modern homes. However, cats tend to get into everything, and if you have succulents and c…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Cats Eat Salami? Vet-Reviewed Potential Health Risks

Can Cats Eat Salami? Vet-Reviewed Potential Health Risks

It's already difficult enough as a human to say no to a bite of rich, fatty salami. Now imagine having to be a cat and turn down that same enticing bite, excep…

Hallie Ballard
By Hallie Ballard