How to Take Your Cat's Temperature
Your cat's temperature should be between 100.4 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Learn how to take its temperature and determine if it has a fever.
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Cat Health & Wellness
Ringworm in Cats
Ringworm in cats is a fungus similar to athlete's foot in humans. Learn the causes, treatment, and prevention.
Are Tulips Toxic to Cats?
Tulips are one of many flowers that are toxic to cats. Learn the dangers, what to do in the case of ingestion, and how to keep your cat safe from tulip toxicity.
Do Cats Sweat?
Cats may not perspire like humans but that doesn't mean they don't sweat. This normal bodily function just looks a little different in a cat.
Should You Spay a Pregnant Cat?
Your cat got pregnant or a pregnant stray adopted you. Should you spay your pregnant cat or let her have the litter?
How Cold is Too Cold for Cats?
There are many factors that determine how cold is too cold for cats, including the cat's age, coat length, health, and various weather factors. Cats can be susceptible to hypothermia if the temperatures get too low.
Can Cats Eat Chocolate?
Chocolate is toxic to cats, so much so that it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, or even death. Be sure to keep chocolate and cats separate.
Managing Cats With Epilepsy and/or Seizures
Get information about managing the medications that are used to treat seizures and epilepsy in felines.
Can You Use Dog Flea Control on a Cat?
Dogs and cats often live together but that doesn't mean they can share all the same things. Find out if flea control for a dog is safe for a cat.
How to Prepare Your Cat for an Annual Veterinary Exam
All adult cats should be seen by their veterinarian at least once per year. Learn why the annual exam is important and what you can expect.
What To Do If Your Cat Swallows a String
As a cat caregiver, you need to be aware of the dangers of string ingestion and signs that the string is still in your cat's gastrointestinal tract. If this happens, it's time to call your veterinarian.
Should You Declaw Your Cat?
Whether or not to declaw your cat is a hotly debated topic. Some cities, states, and and even countries have banned it. Learn about what a declaw procedure entails, what are the pros and cons, and any alternatives.
How Can I Tell the Sex of a Cat?
Telling male and female cats apart can be difficult for those who don't know what they're looking for. Here are helpful tips to discover their sex.
Struvite Crystals in Cats
Struvite crystals in cats can form bladder stones or mucus plugs that lead to urinary problems. Learn the causes, treatment, and prevention of struvite crystals in cats.
9 Things to Include in a Cat First Aid Kit
No one wants to see their cat get hurt but by being prepared at home, you can make an unexpected injury less stressful for everyone. Find out what you should include in a cat first aid kit and the purpose of each item.
8 Ways to Help a Blind Cat Keep Safe in Your Home
Blind cats are much like any other cats, except you might want to do some things around the house to help them get around safely.
Hip Dysplasia in Cats
Hip dysplasia is an orthopedic condition that affects your cat's hips. Learn the causes, treatment, and prevention.
Cat Seizures: Causes and Treatment
Cat seizures are abnormal episodes of electrical brain activity that cause. Find out what causes seizures in cats and how to treat them.
Is Catnip Bad for Cats?
Is catnip safe for your cat? Learn how catnip affects cats and why, and if it's safe to give catnip to your cats.
Renal Amyloidosis in Cats
Renal amyloidosis can lead to serious or fatal damage of the kidneys in some cats. Learn the causes, treatment, and prevention.