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Thiamine Deficiency in Cats: Our Vet Explains Causes, Signs, Treatment, and Prevention Tips
Thiamine deficiency in cats is a medical condition of low levels of thiamine, also known as vitamin B1. This condition usually occurs due to an inadequate diet…
How to Remove a Tick From a Cat: 5 Vet-Approved Expert Tips
Depending on where you live, ticks can be prevalent during the warmer months of the year. If you have cats, you will need to check them carefully for ticks dur…
How Many Toes Do Cats Have? Facts & FAQ
Most cats have 18 toes altogether, five on each front paw and four on each back paw. However, it is not odd for cats to have more or fewer toes than this. Cats…
Can a Cat Wear a Harness All the Time? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ
Part of leash training your cat is getting them used to wearing a harness. Some cats adapt to a harness easily. Others will need time to adjust to wearing some…
I Found Blood in My Cat’s Urine: Vet Approved Advice & FAQs
Seeing blood in your cat’s urine can be quite worrying. Many things could cause it, and maybe you aren’t sure where to start. It’s not normal for blood to be i…
My Cat Ate a Poisoned Mouse, What Should I Do? Vet Approved Advice
Relay toxicosis, or secondary poisoning, occurs when an organism comes into contact with or eats another organism with poison in its system. If your cat eats a…
Can You Use Dog Dewormer on Cats? Vet Reviewed Explanation
While deworming medications for cats and dogs may contain similar ingredients, it’s not a good idea to use dog dewormers on your cat. This is because they cont…
Does Boric Acid Kill Fleas? Safety & Effectiveness Explained
Fleas are extremely resilient pests and can be difficult to get rid of due to their small size, life cycle and ability to reproduce quickly. Adult fleas need a…