How to keep your cat’s golden years golden Q: At what age is a cat classified as a senior? A: Keeping in mind that every cat is an individual, the “senior” status in cats has been described as cats 11-14 years of age (American Association of Feline Practitioners...
Imagine driving 100 mph on a curvy racetrack with no guard rails – all day, every day, for over a year – while trying to keep a smile on your face and avoid a fiery crash. That’s how health care workers – including veterinary staff – feel. Veterinary clinics...
Unlike their human counterparts, cats don’t look in the mirror and vow to lose weight and get in shape. As cats enter their senior years, they become more sedentary, which makes them more prone to obesity. That, in turn, puts them at risk of serious medical conditions...
Many cats are satisfied sticking pretty close to home, watching the world go by through the window. For other cats, the quiet life isn’t nearly enough. Enter Adventure Cats. Cats have sailed aboard ships for centuries. Their primary task is to keep shipboard rodents...
Before domestication about 3,000 years ago, Felis catus domesticus (our house cats) ate uncooked foods, including the innards of rodents, birds, fish, insects, snakes, and other reptiles. Outdoor cats still frequently imbibe in wild creature cuisine in its “natural”...
In Part 1 of this series, we shared practical tips for teaching your cat or dog appropriate “office behavior” when you’re working from home. What happens when you return to a job that’s outside your home? When you’re not around full-time, your pet won’t receive as...
