What is Acute Kidney (Renal) Failure In Cats?

Like humans, our pet cats can also develop conditions of the kidney – one such common concern is acute kidney failure (AKF). Since the kidney functions as the body’s filter for the blood, having AKF can cause problems such as toxin buildup in the body, allowing for metabolic wastes to circulate in the blood, electrolyteContinue reading “What is Acute Kidney (Renal) Failure In Cats?”

Playtime and your feline friend

You have a cat in your life who needs your help in order to make the most of each and every day. What should you know about her playtime habits in order to make this happen? Your feline friend is a wonderful companion and she would enjoy your company when it’s time to play. ThisContinue reading “Playtime and your feline friend”

Does Your Cat Display Aggressive Behaviors?

The predator instincts of pet cats can still be displayed in certain situations, such as when they are at play, during social interactions with other cats, animals, or humans, or when they find themselves in stressful situations. Domestication hasn’t eliminated these instincts that are also responsible for aggressive displays of the behavior of pet cats.Continue reading “Does Your Cat Display Aggressive Behaviors?”

How to Treat a Minor Cut in Cats

Does your cat like to play rough with other cats or animals in the home? What about outdoors? Does he climb trees, hide in bushes and shrubs, and pretty much run all over the neighborhood? Cats can be independent creatures, but when they’re out and about they can sometimes get hurt. Minor cuts or scrapesContinue reading “How to Treat a Minor Cut in Cats”

Arthritis versus Osteoarthritis in Cats

Did you know that cats can suffer from arthritis or osteoarthritis as they age? Are you familiar with these terms and did you know there’s a difference? Arthritis is often the term used to refer to the painful inflammation of a cat’s joints. This is not the same as Osteoarthritis or DJD (also known asContinue reading “Arthritis versus Osteoarthritis in Cats”

Helping your cat eat a healthy diet

You have a feline friend in your life who needs you to make sure you are offering her a diet that she can thrive on. How can you do this? The first step in offering your pet a nutrient-dense diet is to understand what she needs on a daily basis. Talk to her veterinarian inContinue reading “Helping your cat eat a healthy diet”

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