cats

If you have a cat who is suddenly making frequent trips to the litter box, straining, crying, or peeing outside the box, it is scary and frustrating all at once. I have been there with clients in clinic and with foster cats, and I want you to know this: urinary signs are common, but they are never...

If your cat is slowing down, skipping the windowsill, or acting a little grumpy when you touch their back, it is easy to chalk it up to “just getting older.” But arthritis is very common in cats, and many cats suffer quietly because they are masters at hiding pain. In fact, studies commonly...

If you have ever watched your cat suddenly become extra affectionate, extra vocal, and strangely determined to escape through the front door, you may be seeing a heat cycle in action. Cat heat can look dramatic, but for most healthy cats it is a normal reproductive hormone pattern in unspayed...

If it feels like your cat always has diarrhea, you are not overreacting. Ongoing loose stool is a common reason cats end up at the vet, and it can signal anything from a simple diet mismatch to parasites or chronic intestinal disease. The good news is that with the right steps, many cats improve...

Wellness Cats With Allergies Treatment Handbook

If your cat is itchy, over-grooming, getting recurring ear infections, or vomiting more than seems normal, allergies may be part of the story. I know how frustrating it can feel, because cat allergies rarely have one simple cause. The good news is that most cats can feel much better with a...

If your cat got stung by a wasp, it can be scary, especially because cats tend to get stung right where it hurts most: the face, lips, paws, or inside the mouth after trying to bite the insect. Most wasp stings cause short-lived pain and swelling. But in some cats, stings can trigger a dangerous...

Veterinarian-Approved Care for 4-Week-Old Kitten Behavior

At 4 weeks old, a kitten is in a huge transition phase. They are starting to explore, play, and interact more, but they are still learning the basics of feeling safe, using the litter box, and figuring out how to be a cat. The good news is that most “naughty” behavior at this age is really...

Home Remedies for Feline Constipation

Constipation in cats is fairly common, and it can range from mildly uncomfortable to truly dangerous. As a veterinary assistant, I always encourage two things at the same time: safe, gentle home care for mild cases, and a clear plan for when to call your veterinarian. The goal is simple: get stool...

How to Treat Constipation in a Cat

When a cat is constipated, it can look like a simple bathroom problem, but it can quickly turn into a painful, stressful medical issue. As a veterinary assistant, I have seen cats strain for days and then feel immediate relief once the right plan is in place. The key is to act early, use safe home...

Why a Cat Stops Using the Litter Box

If your cat suddenly stops using the litter box, it can feel confusing, frustrating, and honestly a little heartbreaking. As a veterinary assistant, I want you to know two things can be true at once: litter box issues are often fixable, and they are also one of the most important behavior changes...

Cat With a Cold Home Remedies

When your cat starts sneezing, gets watery eyes, or sounds a little congested, it is natural to want to help right away. The good news is that many mild “cat colds” (most often upper respiratory infections) can be supported at home with comfort care. The important part is knowing what actually...

Stop Male Cat Spraying

Male cat spraying can feel personal, but it is almost always communication, not spite. As a veterinary assistant, I see this a lot: a sweet cat, a frustrated family, and a house that suddenly smells like ammonia. The good news is that most spraying can be reduced dramatically, and many cats stop...

Why Cats Urinate on Furniture

When a cat urinates on a couch, bed, or favorite chair, it is rarely “spite” . In clinic, we treat this as a medical or behavioral red flag . Furniture is soft, absorbent, and holds scent well, so it can become a target when a cat is uncomfortable, stressed, or trying to communicate. The most...

Cat Constipation Home Remedies

When a cat is constipated, it can look like lots of trips to the litter box, small hard stools, straining, or even crying out. As a veterinary assistant, I can tell you this is one of those issues where gentle, simple changes at home can help. It is also important to know when constipation is a...

Cat Diarrhea: What to Do

Finding diarrhea in the litter box is stressful, and I get it. As a veterinary assistant, I have seen how quickly a simple tummy upset can turn into dehydration, especially in kittens and senior cats. The good news is that many cases improve with smart, gentle care at home, as long as you know what...

Cats and Colds: Symptoms and Solutions

If your cat is sneezing, sniffling, or has watery eyes, it is natural to think, “Oh no, a cold.” The good news is that many mild kitty “colds” improve with supportive care at home. The important part is recognizing when it is a mild upper respiratory infection (URI) versus something that...

How to Acclimate a Kitten to a New Home

Bringing home a kitten is exciting and, honestly, a little overwhelming for everyone involved. Your kitten just left their mom, littermates, and familiar smells. Even the most confident baby cat can act shy, vocal, or extra restless those first days. The good news is that with a calm setup and a...

Feral Cats Explained

As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I hear the same question a lot: “Is that cat outside a stray, or is it feral?” Knowing the difference matters because it changes what is safest and kindest for the cat, for your pets, and for your family. This guide gives you a practical...

My Cat Is Limping: What Should I Do?

If your cat is limping, trust your instincts. Cats are masters at hiding pain, so a limp often means something is truly uncomfortable, even if your cat is still eating, purring, or acting mostly normal. The good news is that many causes are treatable, but the most important step is knowing when...

Cat Stomach Ache Signs and Next Steps

If your cat seems off and you are wondering if it is a stomach ache, you are not alone. Cats are masters at hiding discomfort, and tummy trouble can look like subtle behavior changes long before you see vomiting or diarrhea. As a veterinary assistant, I love helping pet parents spot early clues,...