Caring for Cat Grass the Right Way
Practical Advice from a Small-Animal Veterinarian Cat grass is often marketed as a simple, healthy treat for indoor cats. Many pet owners purchase a small kit, water it faithfully, and…[...]
15-Year-Old Cat Losing Weight: Practical Veterinary Insights for Pet Owners
Watching a senior cat lose weight can be unsettling for any pet owner. At 15 years old, a cat is well into its senior stage, and physical changes tend to…[...]
Caring for a Sphynx Cat
Daily Life from a Licensed Veterinarian’s Perspective I’ve been a small-animal veterinarian for over a decade, and Sphynx cats are among the most misunderstood patients I see. People assume “no…[...]
Caring for a Hairless Cat
What I’ve Learned as a Licensed Veterinarian I’ve practiced as a small-animal veterinarian in Texas for over a decade, and I see hairless cats—especially Sphynx and similar breeds—often enough to…[...]
Can I Feed Cat Food to a Dog? What I Tell Clients in the Exam Room
I’m a licensed veterinarian practicing in Texas, and I hear this question more often than you might expect. Usually, it comes up sheepishly at the end of an appointment, often…[...]
Can Cats Digest Coffee Beans?
Many pet owners keep coffee beans at home without a second thought. They are a common kitchen item, often left on counters or stored in easily accessible bags. For cat…[...]
Can Cats Digest Bones? Insights from a Licensed Veterinarian
Many pet owners assume that because cats are natural hunters and carnivores, bones must be a normal and safe part of their diet. The idea often comes from watching cats…[...]
Caring for a Diabetic Cat: A Veterinarian’s Perspective
I’m a small-animal veterinarian who has treated more diabetic cats than I can easily count, many of them living long, happy lives after diagnosis. Feline diabetes scares most owners the…[...]
Caring for a Cat in Heat
What I Tell My Clients and Do in My Own Exam Rooms I’m a licensed small-animal veterinarian who has spent years in busy general practice, and I’ve met a lot…[...]
How to Care for a Neutered Cat: Insights from a Veterinarian
As a licensed veterinarian practicing in Texas for over a decade, I've cared for hundreds of neutered cats. Each cat is unique, but I've observed consistent patterns in behavior and…[...]
