How Do I Know What Is a Healthy Weight For My Pet?
If you have concerns about your pet gaining too much weight, make an appointment to visit your veterinarian. There are some health conditions that can cause your pet to gain weight and an exam with blood work can help to rule out some of these conditions. If your pet is otherwise healthy, you may need to change his diet to help him shed a few pounds. How can you tell if your pet is overweight? We have provided two score sheets to offer you some guidance: Feline Body Conditi
If I Put My Cat on a Diet, Will She Hold a Grudge Against Me?
According to a recent study in the Journal of Veterinary Behavior, no, your cat won’t hold it against you. It has been assumed that many pe
My Cat Does Not Like Being in a Carrier and Howls in the Car on the Way to the Vet. I Prefer to Jus
When traveling with a cat, it is always safest to travel with your cat in a carrier, even if your cat protests loudly. In general, cats can startle easily and can move very fast. While the clinic lobby may be quiet when you enter, there is a strong likelihood that someone with a dog will enter while you are waiting. The presence of an unfamiliar dog may startle your cat, causing him/her to bolt for the door. Even if your cat stays contained in the lobby, trying to catch a
