How do I read a cat food label?
Start with the AAFCO statement, usually in small print on the back
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How do I introduce my cat to a dog?
Slowly, and with the cat in control of the pace
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Why does my cat have red, irritated skin?
Redness means the skin is inflamed, and the usual suspects are allergies, fleas, mites, a skin infection or irritation from overgrooming one spot
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Can I give my cat human anti-diarrhea medicine?
No, not unless your vet tells you to
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Can dehydration cause urinary problems in cats?
Low water intake is a real risk factor for feline urinary issues
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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
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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…
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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
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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,…
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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…