Did you know that cats can experience anxiety? It’s true! Just like us, a traumatic experience or genetics or kittenhood experiences can shape the way an adult cat feels about the world. Isolate a kitten and you’ll have a feral cat. If a cat is abused with a cat carrier, they may have panic attacks […]
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New Jersey Proposes Ban On Controversial Declawing Procedure
The state of New Jersey may join parts of California and Europe in banning the procedure of declawing cats. If passed, the law would fine veterinarians and the people that seek out the procedure upwards of $1,000 in legal fees and possibly up to 6 months jail time. Violators would also face a civil penalty […]
The Fat Cat Chronicles: Lula The Cat’s Weight Loss Story
Lula’s Residency In Chubtown In the early months of 2016, my cat Lula was diagnosed with asthma; a rather common kitty condition, but also a somewhat expensive one that is not without its side effects. Luckily, Lula’s condition is mild, and she only requires a small dosage of Prednisone every other day. However, as anyone […]
Sneezing In Cats: When Is It Time To See A Vet?
Winter cold season is upon us, and for humans that means more than our fair share of sneezes. But what does it mean when your cat sneezes? And can it be a sign of a more serious underlying health problem? Here we’ll take a look at what makes cats sneeze and when it’s cause for […]
Cat Can’t Breathe? Feline Asthma: What You Need To Know
[FIRST THINGS FIRST: if your cat is having what appears to be an asthma attack, TAKE YOUR CAT TO THE VET. Read this article later. Feline asthma attacks can be deadly, and you need a professional opinion on your cat’s condition.] Asthma – it’s the worst, right? No, seriously, it’s the worst. Asthma is a […]
Curb Your Negligence: How To Prevent Feline Depression
There’s a lot of responsibilities behind being an adult cat owner: making sure there’s food in the bowl, routinely changing the cat box, giving the feline a name that is neither cliché nor a reminder of the kid from gym class that collected his belly lint (stay off the couch, Ralph). Between the responsibilities of […]

