Cytology Versus Biopsy
You notice a lump on your cat’s flank, and the vet says she wants to examine it with cytology but may have to proceed...
New Arthritis Drug Approved Exclusively for Cats
You have probably heard of monoclonal antibodies as drugs that help fight COVID-19. Now, a monoclonal antibody developed strictly for relieving arthritis pain in...
Correcting Misconceptions About Allergy Testing in Cats
People often wonder which is better for diagnosing allergies in a cat: skin prick tests or blood tests. The answer: neither one.
For one...
Having Your Cat Tested for COVID
With reports of pets becoming sick from COVID-19, you might very well wonder whether it is appropriate for your cat to be tested for...
Breathing Problems for Cats with Flat Noses
Does your cat have noisy breathing, snoring, and difficulty sleeping? There’s a reasonable chance it’s a Persian, Himalayan, or Burmese, or at least a...
The Clinical Exam You Can Give Yourself
Your cat’s veterinary exams occur only once or twice a year. But you can give your pet physical exams at home to see if...
Is Your Cat Becoming Frail?
Frailty is a syndrome, according to the American Academy of Feline Practitioners (AAFP). It means a cat has a diminished functional reserve that leads...
You Found a Lump On Your Cat. Now What?
After the lymphatic system, a cat’s skin is the most common site for tumors, cysts, and other abnormal growths that manifest themselves as lumps....
A Drug to Keep Cats Calm During Vet Visits?
You try everything to keep your cat calm and agreeable during her trips to the vet. You leave out her travel carrier all the...
Generic Version of Common Drug Approved
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic version of the brand-name drug Clavamox, used to treat infections of the skin, soft tissue,...
Curbside Care on the Uptick
Curbside care for cats — taking your cat from the car and examining her in the office while you wait outside — became more...
Cytology Versus Biopsy
You notice a lump on your cat’s flank, and the vet says she wants to examine it with cytology but may have to proceed...
