Can I give my cat human anti-diarrhea medicine?
No, not unless your vet tells you to
-
-
Can dehydration cause urinary problems in cats?
Low water intake is a real risk factor for feline urinary issues
-
How many treats can I give my cat a day?
Keep treats to no more than about 10 percent of her daily calories, with the other 90 percent coming from a complete, balanced food
-
Why does my cat attack my ankles?
Ankle ambushes are almost always play and predatory practice, most common in young, energetic indoor cats with a lot of hunting drive and not…
-
Why does my cat smell bad if cats groom themselves?
A healthy cat shouldn’t have much odor, so a bad smell is usually a clue
-
When is my cat’s vomiting an emergency?
Treat it as urgent when vomiting repeats within a day, when she can’t keep water down, or when it comes with lethargy, a painful or bloated belly,…
-
Why won’t my cat drink from her new bowl?
New bowls can smell like plastic or detergent, sit at an unfamiliar height or have a shape that presses on her whiskers, any of which can put a…
-
Can cats eat dog food?
A stolen bite of dog food won’t hurt, but cats can’t live on it
-
Why does my cat headbutt me?
That gentle bump of her head against you, sometimes called bunting, is a friendly, affiliative gesture
-
Should I shave my matted long-haired cat?
Heavy, tight mats often do need to be clipped out rather than brushed, but it’s usually not a home job