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Feline pregnancy is a common concern for pet parents with intact female cats, especially if that cat goes outdoors unsupervised or spends any time around unneutered male cats. However, cats can’t tell their pet parents that they’re pregnant – at least not verbally.

Cat Pregnancy Tests: The Best Way to Identify Feline Pregnancy

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Pica in cats refers to a condition where cats feel drawn to eat non-food items. Uncover the signs to look for and how to treat it here.

Pica In Cats: What It Is and How To Rectify It

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Even the healthiest cats can get sick, develop an illness, or suffer an injury during their lifetime. Here are some benefits of cat pet insurance and how it can provide pet parents with a peace of mind.

Benefits of Cat Pet Insurance

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Cat preventative health care includes oral and digestive health and flea and tick preventive medications, essential for healthy living. When cats have access to proper health support, they can bounce back from minor conditions more easily and live healthier, longer lives.

Preventive Health Care for Cats

Why Is Preventative Health Care Important for Cats?

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Bladder stones in cats can lead to significant complications, so prompt diagnosis and treatment are vital to the cat's health. Here's what pet parents need to know about prevention and treatment.

Bladder Stones In Cats

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Cats can be allergic to many different things, from insect bites to dust and mold. Like humans, they can also have allergic reactions to some foods. Manage cat allergies by being observant and aware of the presence and symptoms of common allergens.

Cat Allergies and How To Manage Them

Managing Cat Allergies

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Cats can transmit a wide range of infections diseases to one other, particularly in feral cat colonies or for outdoor cats. Know these diseases and the vaccines or methods of preventing spread of feline illness.

Infectious Diseases Known to Impact Cat Health

Infectious Diseases in Cats

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Aging cats deal with pain differently than their pet parents. Instead of vocalizing their discomfort, they hide it. Knowing the subtle signs can help pet parents know when something’s wrong so that they can help. Here's how to tell if their senior cat is in pain.

How to Tell if My Senior Cat is in Pain

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Pet parents with a pregnant cat may eagerly anticipate the day their cat gives birth. At the same time, if they’re new to the process, the prospect can be a bit overwhelming. Here’s how pet parents can support a cat in labor.

How to Support a Cat in Labor

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When a cat needs surgery, there are things a pet parent will need to do ahead of time. Taking the time to learn how to prepare for a cat’s surgery is vital. Not only will it help ensure a successful procedure (and recovery) for the cat, but it can also help prepare the pet parents.

How to Prepare for a Cat's Surgery

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One way to keep pets safe is by using monthly preventatives against parasites. Many pet parents use heartworm preventatives for dogs, but did you know cats can get them too? Here's an overview of what pet parents should know about cat heartworms.

Cat Heartworms

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As cats age, they become less active, and their nutritional and physical needs change. When cats reach the senior stage, they can develop various degenerative disorders. Here is what pet parents can look for early prevention to slow degenerative changes in senior cats.

Early Prevention to Slow Degenerative Changes in Senior Cats

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Undergoing a surgical procedure is stressful for both the cat and their pet parent. However, the following cat health advice will help pet parents prepare for their cat’s surgery, making the process less stressful. 

After-Surgery Recovery Steps for Cats

Post-Surgery Recovery and Aftercare for Cats

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Part of a pet parent’s job involves making essential healthcare decisions for their cats. Sometimes, that means surgery or other medical procedures. While it’s an unpleasant thought, some procedures are necessary. Here are some of the most common surgeries and medical procedures for cats.

Common Surgeries & Medical Procedures for Cats

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Heartworms are more common in dogs, but the disease also affects cat health. Since there currently isn't a cure for the disease in cats, understanding how cat parents can help prevent heartworm infections is crucial.

How Cat Parents Can Help Prevent Heartworm Infections

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First-time pet parents might wonder where to start when it comes to vaccinating their cats. Pet parents should consider several core and non-core vaccines. ‌Here is a guide to cat vaccination recommendations and schedules.

Cat Vaccination Recommendations & Schedule

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It’s important for pet parents to know how to gauge the severity of a cat eye infection to seek the proper treatment. If their eyes are cloudy with accumulated discharge, or they are constantly pawing at their eyes, something could be wrong.

How to Gauge the Severity of a Cat Eye Infection

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‌There may be many reasons why cats’ eyes get swollen. Most of the time, the problem is easy to treat and the cat can start feeling better quickly. It’s important to recognize more serious warning signs for swollen cat eyes.

Swelling Cat Eyes: What to Do and How To Bring Relief

What to Do If Your Cat's Eyes Are Swelling

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A cat's heart rate is one of the most common cat health topics that vets get asked about. It turns out that “fast is normal,” but there are exceptions pet parents should be aware of.

Cat Heart Rates: What is Normal?

What Is a Fast or Slow Heart Rate for a Cat?

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‌The hours after a cat gives birth are crucial for their health. Fuzzy vets provide answers to common kitten care and cat pregnancy questions, including what to do and what the mother already, instinctually, knows.

After Labor Care for a Mother Cat

What to Do After a Cat Gives Birth?

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Cats can be allergic to all kinds of different things. Allergies can leave a cat feeling itchy and uncomfortable. Fortunately, there are things that pet parents can do to ease their cat’s discomfort and improve their quality of life. 

Common Items Cats may be Allergic To

What Are Cats Allergic To?

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Neutering – for female cats it's called spaying  – is a routine surgical procedure that involves removing a cat’s sexual reproduction organs. It’s a common procedure that can help to prevent unwanted pregnancies. Cat neutering can also help to lower the risk of certain cancers and other diseases. 

Cat Neuter and Spay Recommendations from Vets

When Can You Neuter a Cat?

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When the kidneys start to fail, a cat’s health can suffer significantly. While kidney failure is most common in older cats, it can affect cats of any age. There are many causes, too. Early diagnosis and treatment are vital for boosting the cat’s quality of life. The thing is, the earliest signs of kidney failure aren’t always the most noticeable. 


Feline Kidney Failure - What causes it?

What Causes Kidney Failure in Cats?

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Most people who find a stray cat want to help.  Every day, animal shelters and vet clinics are inundated with calls from people asking where they can take a stray cat. 

What to do if You Find a Stray Cat

Where to Take a Stray Cat

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By knowing common health issues that affect senior cats, pet parents will be able to provide their cats with preventative care that will help them live long, healthy lives.

Common Health Issues Affecting Senior Cats

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Should a cat develop diabetes, being able to recognize the symptoms is vital. The sooner pet parents notice something’s wrong, the sooner they can get their cat the appropriate treatment for feline diabetes.

Vet Guidance on How To Treat a Diabetic Cat

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Cats experience issues with their eyes, much like pet parents do. However, sudden changes in a cat’s vision or physical symptoms like redness or eye-watering can cause concern. Pet parents can make better decisions on how to help their cat when they understand common feline eye conditions, symptoms, and next steps.

Eye Problems in Cats

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Diarrhea in cats is a common health concern caused by a plethora of conditions. Healthy adult cats often overcome diarrhea without needing serious treatment, however it can cause cats to become dehydrated quickly. Here is a list of the most common causes and treatments for cat diarrhea.

Diarrhea in Cats

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Cats are capable of producing multiple litters of kittens every year and will repeatedly go into heat until they are pregnant. For those with unspayed cats, be aware of cat reproduction cycles and the signs of feline pregnancy.

Cat Reproduction Phases and Cycles

Reproduction in Cats

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Cats are susceptible to many illnesses, and feline urinary tract disorders are some of the most common causes for concern. One type of urinary tract issue cats can get is a urinary tract infection, abbreviated as UTI. While cat UTIs aren’t as common as other disorders, they can create a lot of discomfort.

A Guide to Cat UTIs and Their Symptoms

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Most cats poop once a day and pee two to four times a day. And most cats immediately cover their waste to hide the scent and keep their bathroom area tidy. If a cat's bathroom behaviors change suddenly, something may be wrong.

Cat Health and Litter Box Use are Linked

What Litter Box Use Says About Cat Health

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Healthy cats have a healthy weight, but that ideal weight isn’t always obvious. Together, a cat’s age, gender, and breed can help pet parents know when their pet is healthy and when they’re overweight. This healthy cat weight guide can help. ‌

Healthy Cat Weight Guide

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When it comes to providing adequate cat and kitten health care, pet parents need to have these nine essential items for an at-home cat medicine cabinet.

Essential Items for Your At-Home Cat Medicine Cabinet

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Obesity is a big problem among cats. Around one in every three cats in North America is obese, meaning they weigh 20% or more above where they should. These chunky kitties may look cute on Instagram, but there’s a real health risk hiding behind the rolls of feline fat. It’s important to know what those risks are and how to help a cat lose weight so that they can enjoy many more healthy years.

Help a Cat Lose Weight

How to Help a Cat Lose Weight

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Many pet parents may wonder how to tell when a cat is ready to give birth. Fortunately, there are obvious signs and symptoms that signal kittens are on their way into the world if you know what to look for.

Signs a Cat is Ready to Give Birth

How to Tell When a Cat Is Ready to Give Birth

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As many pet parents know from experience, giving a cat a pill can be a harrowing event. Many cats resort to using their claws and teeth when faced with a pill they don’t want to swallow. Even if a pet parent manages to successfully get the pill in a cat’s mouth, many felines are wonderful at spitting out pills. Fortunately, there are several tricks pet parents can try when giving cats a pill.

How to Give a Cat a Pill

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Trimming a cat’s nails helps protect their feet, the pet parents’ furniture around the home, and pet parents. The process may be a challenge if the feline is unused to the routine, however. With practice and patience, a cat nail trimming routine is almost always possible.

Cat Nail Trimming How To Guide

How to Trim Your Cat's Nails

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Cat nails never stop growing. Nail trimming can prevent a cat from scratching furniture. Scratch posts or scratch mats can help as well.

Prevent a Cat Scratching Furniture with Frequent Nail Trimming

Trimming Nails to Prevent a Cat from Scratching Furniture

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Cats are pretty good at grooming themselves. But while cats spend around five hours a day grooming, most can use a little extra help. Fortunately, there are plenty of tools on the market that enable pet parents to help their feline friends in the grooming department. ‌ Cat Grooming 101: Products to Groom Cats Properly.

A Cat Grooming Guide For Pet Parents Plus Must-Have Products

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Ultrasounds are the easiest way to determine if a cat is pregnant, and X-rays may be able to give insight as to how large of a litter she'll be having. Feline pregnancies last around two to two and a half months. Like humans, cats have very distinct pregnancy symptoms, including ...

How do you know when your cat is pregnant?

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By Zubin Bhettay Co Founder & CEO This is a challenging moment for our society, and communities worldwide are grappling with an outbreak of global scale and impact. Some have said that this is a once in a generation moment. Make no mistake, we’re in uncharted territory and our main objective must be to halt the spread

Worried about COVID-19 and Your Pet? Fuzzy is Here for You

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For cats.  By: Dr. Lisa Killian, DVM. Digital tools and telephony have been used for decades to access medical services in the human health space. Over the past ten years in particular, as smartphones and apps become more and more common, we’ve seen specialists focusing on specific areas of human health care from dermatology, to

Telemedicine For Cats: How and When to Use It

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By Dr. Emily Wilson Getting our own nails cleaned or painted can be a nice treat for us humans, but our pets don’t always feel the same way! Whether you’re afraid of trimming your pet’s nails out of fear of hurting them or you’ve simply never done it before, here are a few things to consider when you’re coming up with

How To Trim Your Pet's Nails

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By Dr. Jess Trimble - It’s a tough time to be a Californian. Bad air quality and power outages seem like minor inconveniences in comparison to the tragic fires burning around our state. But it can all be stressful for people and pets alike. We asked our vets for their tips on preparing our pets for what looks like several more days of poor air quality. 

California Wildfire Smoke: Helping Pets Cope

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By Dr. Jess Trimble It’s become evident to the veterinary community the benefits of vaccines far outweigh the risks when it comes to protecting our dogs and cats from serious illnesses. While vaccines are considered safe, you should nevertheless be aware of potential vaccine reactions and side effects, and be able to i

What to Expect After Your Pet Gets Vaccinated

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Cats can be very vocal in the litter box when it is painful for them to urinate or defecate. Cat urinary issues are common, diverse, and present with similar symptoms: yowling, blood in urine, frequent but little urination. A vet will run a number of tests to diagnose the issue correctly. 

How to Treat Common Urinary Issues in Cats

The Most Common Cat Urinary Issues and How to Treat Them

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By Dr. Amy Lightstone Deciding what to do when you see your dog limping depends on the situation and the severity of their limp. For instance, if your dog was hit by a car and has a bone sticking out, take them directly to the nearest emergency veterinarian for treatment. Your pet will likely need pain medication, x-ray...

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Cat Health and Wellness Tips

Cat Health and Wellness Tips