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What Happens If a Cat Licks Flea Medicine? Our Vet Answers
Flea control is an important part of preventive healthcare for cats, particularly if they spend time outdoors. Many of the products available are applied topic…
How To Tell If a Cat Has a Broken Leg: Our Vet Explains
Cats are notoriously curious, which can unfortunately sometimes lead them into trouble. Outdoor cats are typically at higher risk of injury, but indoor cats ca…
Distemper Vaccine for Cats: A Complete Guide (Vet Answer)
Distemper disease in cats, also known as feline panleukopenia, is caused by a very contagious and resilient virus of the parvovirus family (FPV). The distemper…
What Is the FVRCP Vaccine for Cats? Our Vet Explains
Even if you are a new cat owner, you have probably heard of the FVRCP vaccine. Why? Because it is one of the core vaccines that every cat should get. Core vacc…
Urinary Blockage in Cats: Signs, Symptoms & Treatment (Vet Answer)
Have you noticed that your male cat is going in and out of the litterbox more frequently? Have you noticed that he may be howling or vocalizing when trying to…
How to Tell if a Cat Has Internal Bleeding (Vet Answer)
Internal bleeding in a cat can occur for a variety of reasons. How sick a cat will become completely depends on the cause of the bleeding. Potential causes of…
Cat Vomit Colors: Meanings & Color Chart (Vet Answer)
It’s 3:00 AM. You’re fast asleep when all of a sudden you’re woken up by the dreaded sound of your cat getting ready to vomit. You know the sound. It’s an inst…
How to Tell if a Cat Needs Their Glands Expressed (Vet Answer)
Anal gland problems are much less common in cats than in dogs. However, it is good for cat owners to be aware of what signs to look out for so that veterinary…
