by Dr. Laura Monahan | Mar 6, 2022 | Pet Care, Wellness
A few sneezes a day is fairly normal, but when kitty sneezes consistently over a period of days, you may want to bring her to visit us, as she could have an upper respiratory infection. Causes of Sneezing While most sneezing in cats is caused by a viral infection,...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Feb 27, 2022 | Pet Care, Wellness
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...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Feb 20, 2022 | Pet Medicine, Wellness
One of our least favorite diagnoses to make in cats is Type II diabetes. Feline diabetes is largely preventable and unnecessary. And, diabetes can be a real challenge to treat for many cat owners. Fortunately, Type II diabetes in cats is also one of those diseases...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jan 23, 2022 | Pet Care, Wellness
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...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jan 1, 2022 | General Information, Wellness
Skijoring (‘skē-jȯr-iŋ) is a winter sport in which a cross country skier is pulled by dog(s) or a horse in harness. The word is derived from the Norwegian word skikjøring, meaning ski driving. The most popular form of skijoring is with a dog. In dog skijoring,...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Dec 19, 2021 | Pet Care, Wellness
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...
