Can I give my cat human anti-diarrhea medicine?
No, not unless your vet tells you to
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The Best Stainless-Steel Cat Water Fountains for Indoor Cats
Two stainless-steel fountains compared on how much of each is actually stainless, plus what the material upgrade does and doesn’t buy an indoor cat.
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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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The Best Kitten Foods: 3 Picks That Meet the Growth Standard
Kitten food isn’t a smaller portion of adult food. AAFCO’s growth and reproduction profile sets a higher protein, fat, calcium and phosphorus floor than adult maintenance. Royal Canin Kitten, Hill’s Science Diet Kitten Indoor and Wellness CORE Kitten compared, plus when to switch to adult food.
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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…
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Best Omega-3 Supplements for Cats: 3 Picks for Coat and Skin
Fish oil is one of the better-supported ways to help a dull or flaky coat, but marine sources work far better in cats than flaxseed does, and more isn’t automatically better. The three omega-3 supplements worth trying, and when a dull coat needs a vet instead.
