Enticing cats to drink more water

For many medical conditions, increasing the amount of water that cats drink is an important part of treatment.  However, many cats don’t drink regularly and it can be very difficult to get them to change this behavior.  The following list is a compilation of ideas and tricks to get cats to… Read more

Unexpected weight loss in cats can be serious

If your cat loses weight suddenly, pay attention! Sudden weight loss in a cat can be a red flag for potentially serious medical conditions, especially if his/her appetite remains normal (or is increased).  Some of the more common causes of sudden weight loss in cats include: diabetes mellitus,… Read more

Be prepared for flea and tick season

Be prepared.  Flea and tick season is back! These pesky parasites are not only uncomfortable for your pet, but also have the ability to transmit disease.  Prevention is the key to control of fleas and ticks. DO NOT wait until you see fleas or ticks on your pet’s skin to begin treatment. … Read more

Top 10 Reasons Your Cat May Have Stopped Using the Litterbox

It is extremely frustrating to find that your cat is not using the litterbox. Some cats may use their litterbox for years and then stop using it for no apparent reason. Most likely there IS a reason they have stopped, and to fix the problem, you will need to figure out what the reason is. It is… Read more