cats

Kittens are tiny, adorable bundles of curiosity, and sometimes that curiosity looks a lot like chaos. If your kitten is racing from room to room, play-biting your hands, or crying at night, you are not doing anything wrong. In most cases, your kitten is doing exactly what a developing feline...

As a veterinary assistant, I can tell you this with a lot of compassion: cat vomit is common, but it is not something you should ignore. Vomiting is a symptom, not a diagnosis. Sometimes it is as simple as hairballs or eating too fast. Other times it is your cat’s early warning system for...

Seeing your cat have a seizure can be terrifying. One moment they look normal, and the next they may stiffen, paddle their legs, drool, vocalize, or seem completely “not there” and unresponsive. The good news is that many seizure causes are treatable, and even when a cure is not possible,...

If you have ever watched your cat wander over to a patch of grass and start nibbling like a tiny lawn mower, you are not alone. Many cats eat grass, even cats who live indoors and have a perfectly balanced commercial diet. As a veterinary assistant, I can tell you this behavior is often normal, but...

Finding diarrhea in the litter box can be upsetting, and I get it. As a veterinary assistant, I have seen how quickly worry can spiral when a cat suddenly has loose stool. The good news is that many cases are short-lived and treatable, especially when you know what to watch for and when to contact...

If you have ever stood in your kitchen with a hopeful cat staring up at you, you are not alone. As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I hear this question all the time: “What can my cat eat?” The good news is that cats can enjoy a variety of wholesome foods. The not-so-good news is...

Declawing can sound like a quick fix for scratched furniture, but it is a big medical decision with real, long-term effects on a cat’s comfort and behavior. As a veterinary assistant, I have seen families who were never told the full story. My goal here is to give you an evidence-based,...

Many cats can learn to tolerate, and sometimes even enjoy, car rides. The secret is to make the car feel predictable, safe, and low-stress. As a veterinary assistant, I see the difference it makes when families practice short, positive trips before a long drive. The goal is not perfection. It is...

If your cat is sneezing, has a runny nose, or sounds a little congested, it can look a lot like a human cold. In cats, we usually call this an upper respiratory infection (URI). Many URIs are mild, but some can become serious quickly, especially in kittens, seniors, and cats with other health...

Ketoacidosis in cats, most often called diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) , is a true medical emergency. It happens when the body cannot use glucose for energy, so it starts breaking down fat rapidly. That process creates ketones , which can build up to dangerous levels and make the blood too acidic....

Diarrhea in cats is one of those symptoms that can look “simple” and still turn serious fast. Sometimes it is a minor tummy upset that resolves in a day. Other times it is your cat’s first visible sign of dehydration, parasites, toxin exposure, pancreatitis, or inflammatory bowel disease. As...

If your cat is losing weight and you did not intentionally change their diet or routine, it deserves attention. Some weight loss is subtle at first, especially in long-haired cats, but it can be an early clue that something is going on with metabolism, digestion, hormones, dental pain, stress, or...

Nighttime meowing can feel personal when you are half-asleep and your cat is loud, persistent, and pacing the hallway. But in most cases, it is not “bad behavior.” It is communication. Cats meow at night because something in their body, routine, environment, or emotional state is asking for...

When a beloved cat starts acting “not quite like themselves,” it can feel scary and confusing. As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I hear this question a lot: “Does my cat have dementia?” The good news is you can take practical steps right now to help your cat feel safer, more...

There is nothing quite like the panic of realizing your tiny kitten has not pooped in a day or two. The good news is that constipation in kittens is fairly common, often fixable, and often preventable once you understand the basics. As a veterinary assistant, I love helping families handle this...

Kidney disease is one of the most common chronic diseases in older cats. The good news is that, with early support and steady routines, many cats with kidney disease can still enjoy good quality time for months to years with plenty of cozy naps, window watching, and play. This guide is here to help...

As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I have seen something really important: diabetes in cats often starts quietly. Many pet parents feel guilty for missing the early signs, but the truth is these symptoms can look like normal aging or “my cat is just being picky.” This guide is...

As a veterinary assistant, I have seen how confusing and scary it can feel when a cat is “just not themselves.” Feline leukemia virus, often shortened to FeLV , is one of the most important illnesses to recognize early because it can quietly weaken a cat’s immune system and lead to secondary...

Bringing home a kitten is pure joy, and litter box training is one of the first ways you can set them up to feel safe and confident in their new space. The good news is that most kittens want to use a litter box. Your job is to make it easy to find, easy to enter, and comfortable to use. As a...

Constipation in cats is one of those issues that can look “minor” until it suddenly is not. As a veterinary assistant, I have seen cats go from mildly uncomfortable to truly distressed in a short window of time. The good news is that many mild cases respond well to safe, veterinarian-approved...