Cats & Kittens

Learn how to tell if you need to clean your cat's ears, and get a pro's tips on how to do it with the least amount of stress—for you and your kitty.

From the right kitten food to essential care items you might not have considered, here's everything your kitten needs for a happy, healthy start.

Liver disease in cats frequently develops due to an underlying condition. Your first line of defense is when you notice something off, get a professional exam.

Cats purr for a variety of reasons. Here's what you need to know about why cats purr and what your cat may be telling you when her motor is running.

Wondering if your cat can eat chocolate? Learn why chocolate is bad for cats and what to do if your feline steals a bite.

Should your cat be on a feeding schedule or be allowed to graze all day? Read on to see how often you should feed your kitty as she grows and her nutritional ne

Essential oils are popular in skin products and diffusers, but cats shouldn't be around them. Here's what to do if your favorite feline is exposed by mouth or o

Polydactyl cats–also called Hemingway cats and mitten cats–have at least one extra toe on one or more of their paws. They're also extra adorable.

Stomatitis in cats is an unusual oral inflammatory condition with few absolute causes. It's not treatable at home, so here's how you and your vet can plan care

Catnip is the magical herb cats will do "litter"-ally anything to get their paws on. Here's what catnip is and how it affects your feline companion.

Do all cats have nipples? Why do male cats have nipples? Honestly, all great questions about your cat, whether or not they're pregnant.

Kittens' eye color can change as they grow, but sometimes they don't! Depending on the breed, a few kitties keep their birth color through adulthood. Our vet ex

Understand the signs of a cat's upper respiratory infection so you can treat your cat's cold, including coughing, wheezing, sneezing, and runny nose.

You can learn a lot from a cat's body language and sounds. Here's how to decode all your kitty's meows, purrs and tail movements.

Cat anxiety develops for numerous reasons, including sudden changes, illness, and trauma. Here's what the experts say about the condition and how you can help.

While it's fine for your cat to stop and smell the roses, it can be a different story if she tries to eat them. Here's what you need to know about how toxic ros

Most people think of rabies as a dog problem, but more cats than canines are reported to have the disease every year in the U.S. Here's what you need to know ab

Help your cat stay as cool as a cucumber this summer with eight tips. Learn the signs of heat stroke, dehydration, and what to do if your cat is too hot.

Cat tongues are like the perfect multipurpose tool for felines and according to a vet, their rough texture actually helps cats groom, eat, and keep cool.

If your cat is often knocking things off the table or counter, it might seem like a prank, but there are a few reasons behind this weird cat behavior.

Cats are great climbers, but they can find it difficult to get themselves down from high places. If your cat gets stuck in a tree, or you find a stuck feline, h

Strawberries are not considered toxic to cats, but that doesn’t mean you should add them to your pet’s diet. Here are some guidelines for safely sharing strawbe

Lilies in festive colors pop up at special times year-round, especially Easter. But these beautiful flowers are extremely toxic to cats who ingest them or are e

Cats sometimes get morning sickness, too. That's one sign your cat could be pregnant, along with weight gain, but your veterinarian will be able to help you kno