Hi there! My name is Linda, and I'm a vet working on this site. I'm sorry to hear about this issue. The concern here is that items like this can cause gut obstructions, particularly if th...
Hi there! My name is Linda, and I'm a vet working on this site. I'm sorry to hear about this issue. The concern here is that items like this can cause gut obstructions, particularly if th...
My cat chews holes in my clothes,Also chews my bra straps actually any kind of straps or cords including charging cords. I was keeping him indoors except for daily walks on a long leash until...
When my cat sees another cat outside she attacks me. She sent me to the hospital last year for 2 days after the attack. I have tried to block all of the places she can see outside but she still has...
Hi there and thanks for this new question. I'm afraid I'm not sure what you mean 'now he's caught on' but I will certainly try to help. Unfortunately a piece of twine like this is...
Hi... Last week my little troublemaker got up on the counter and swallowed 6" piece of kitchen twine that a few minutes before was wrapped around a pork roast. I saw it as the last inch was g...
Hi Stacy, this is Linda, a small animal vet. When it comes to flea and worm medicine, there are some options available over the counter. Many are ineffective, but some are actually very w...
Our vet we? Have had. For quite a few? Years just cited to inform us that their policy has changed changed and in order for us to get flea. Or do you worming medicine for them? I would have to take...
@Barb Kaminga , please don't do that. It's painful for the cat
Hi there, this is Dr Linda, a vet with 10 years of clinical experience. If Elsa enjoys being outdoors, she may well find the transition difficult. She will likely have her own little terri...
Hi there! So, some cat stool does smell quite strong, particularly if they're fed a lower quality food (which many cats prefer!). However, it should not be soft and this would make me con...
Elsa is our beloved 8 year American short hair. She has lived with us all her life and has been free to come and go as she pleases. She has free reign of her current neighbor hood, so much so that ...
When my cat poops it really smells bad and it's soft could this be a sign something is wrong
Hi there, I am sorry to hear of these issues with your little kitten. Purring is not a great indicator of happiness and contentment. Cats can purr when anxious or self soothing, so I would...
Hey there Jamie, I'm Linda, a vet with 10 years of clinical experience. While you might read some articles mentioning bipolar disorder in cats online, I'm not aware of any real data existi...
My kitten of 4 months only purrs when I feed her. I raised her from 3 weeks.. mother and sibs was killed by something. Likes to attack playfully, but hurts you. Do not allow me to cuddle her. Not a...
Is it possible for a cat to be bi-polar and what can be done?
Hey Jackson! I hope you're well! It could be that changing the diet will be the trick here. For some cats, feeding a low residue diet helps tremendously here. This means high quality dige...
I'm using Really Great Cat Litter by tuft + paw. I don’t smell urine at all from my cats but the poop smell is always strong & I am hoping there is a way to lessen that. I scoop the box 2...
Absolutely agree with the above! Scissors are best used with our finger between the cat and the scissors, so we cannot cut their skin.
Hi Denise, I'm Linda, a vet with 10 years of clinical experience. I'm sorry she is experiencing this issue, she's very sweet! Discharge like this is not a specific sign and we'd consider ...