Author Archives: Rebecca Schmidt
Can My Cat Donate Blood
Just like people, sometimes cats are in need of a blood transfusion. Veterinary clinics (especially emergency and specialty clinics) are in need of donors so that they have blood on hand for emergency cases. By checking with your local specialty … Continue reading
Help Make Life Easier For Your Senior Cat
It happens to all of our pets. Our active cats start to slow down a bit and before you know it, they are considered seniors. Indoor cats often live to be 15 or older and cats are actually considered seniors … Continue reading
Halloween 2013 Safety For Your Cat
The black cat with an arched back is a popular symbol of Halloween. In reality, Halloween is a very difficult day for many cats. The decorations, commotion, unfamiliar children, chocolates and candy wrappers all present added dangers and stress for … Continue reading
Cats Benefit From Low-Stress Handling During Veterinary Visits
Benefits When a cat is overly stressed at the veterinarian’s office, it’s often difficult for your cat’s doctor to conduct a proper wellness examination. The stress can have a negative impact on blood pressure, heart rate and other tests. By … Continue reading
How to Read Your Cat’s Body Language
A twitching tail, a stare, or a head butt are just a few of the ways our cats use body language to communicate with us. Are you good at reading your cat’s body language? More than a few people have … Continue reading
Why Is My Cat Sneezing?
Cats will sneeze for any number of reasons just like people. A variety of issues could cause your cat to have sneezing attacks. If your cat sneezes infrequently, there may not be anything to worry about. If your cat sneezes … Continue reading
How To Keep Your Cat Cool In The Summer
As the heat and humidity return for the last blast of summer, we may forget to keep an eye on our family cat. As the temperature rises, it’s a good time to remember that you are not the only one … Continue reading
Heat Related Health Problems For Cats
These hot dog days of summer can be very difficult on your cat, especially if he or she gets overheated. Heat-related health issues – like heat exhaustion and heat stroke – are not just problems for people, they are also … Continue reading
Pet Sitters Versus Boarding Your Cat
You’re getting ready for your family vacation and have planned everything down to the last detail. What about the family cat? There are plenty of options with pet sitters to boarding your cat at either a kennel or your veterinarian. … Continue reading
Why Is My Cat Losing Hair?
If you’ve spent much time with cats, you’ve probably dusted your share of fur off your clothes or vacuumed up plenty of fur or cat hair from other places. Shedding in cats is a normal thing that can be somewhat … Continue reading