cats

How to Treat a Cat With a Respiratory Infection

If your cat is sniffling, sneezing, or sounding congested, you are not alone. Upper respiratory infections (URIs) are among the most common reasons cats visit the vet, especially kittens, shelter cats, and multi-cat households. The good news is that many cases improve with supportive care and the...

My Kitten Has Diarrhea But Seems Fine

Seeing diarrhea in a kitten can make your stomach drop, especially when they are still playing, purring, and acting totally normal. The truth is, kittens can look “fine” right up until they are not. Because their tiny bodies dehydrate quickly, diarrhea deserves attention even when your kitten...

Caring for Feral Cats

As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I have learned something important about feral cats: the best care is the kind that respects who they are. Feral cats are not “lost pets” waiting to be cuddled. They are unsocialized, outdoor-living cats who often do best when we support them...

Caring for a Long-Haired Cat: Need-to-Know Tips

Long-haired cats are pure magic: silky coats, fluffy tails, and that “lion” look that turns heads. They are also a little higher-maintenance than their short-haired friends, because that beautiful fur can mat, trap dander, and hide skin issues. As a veterinary assistant, I always tell families...

How to Teach a Cat to Fetch

Yes, many cats can learn to fetch, and when it clicks, it is one of the sweetest little games you can share. As a veterinary assistant, I love fetch because it can add healthy activity, mental enrichment, and confidence-building to a cat’s day. The key is working with your cat’s natural hunting...

How to Stop a Cat From Biting

As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I hear this all the time: “My cat is sweet, but she bites out of nowhere.” The truth is, most cat biting has a reason. Cats often communicate with their bodies first, but the signs can be subtle or fast. If we miss the early signals, an...

Keep Your Cat Off the Counter

If your cat treats your kitchen counters like a personal runway, you are not alone. As a veterinary assistant, I see this concern all the time, and the good news is that you can fix it without “winning” a battle of wills. Counter-jumping is usually about normal cat needs: height, safety,...

Signs Your Cat Has Fleas

As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I can tell you fleas are one of the most common reasons cat parents call in a panic. The tricky part is that cats are excellent groomers, so you might not see a single bug even when fleas are the real problem. Let’s walk through the must-know signs...

Teach Your Cat Not to Bite

Cat bites can feel like they come out of nowhere, but they are often communication. Your cat may be saying, “I’m overstimulated,” “I’m scared,” “I need to play,” or “Please stop touching me there.” Sometimes a bite is more reflexive or pain-driven, especially if your cat is...

Care of Your Cat After Neutering

Bringing your cat home after neutering can feel a little intimidating, especially if this is your first post-surgery experience. The good news is that neutering is one of the most common veterinary procedures, and most cats recover smoothly with a few days of calm, consistent home care. As a...

Why Cats Poop on the Floor

Cats are famously clean, so when poop shows up on the floor it can feel confusing, frustrating, and honestly a little alarming. In most cases, it is not “spite” or “bad behavior.” It is your cat trying to tell you something is off: the litter box, their body, their stress level, or their...

When Should Cats Get Shots?

As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, one of the most common questions I hear is: “When should my cat get shots?” The answer depends on age, lifestyle, and health, but the good news is that most cats follow a simple, predictable vaccine timeline. This quick guide walks you through...

Cat Dementia: Signs, Stages, and What to Do

If you have an older cat who seems “off” lately, you are not imagining it. Cats can develop age-related cognitive changes that look a lot like dementia in people. In veterinary medicine we often call this feline cognitive dysfunction , also known as cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) . It is...

Caring for a Hairless Cat: Step-by-Step Facts

Hairless cats are unforgettable. They are warm to the touch, full of personality, and often surprisingly cuddly. But they are not “low maintenance.” Without fur, your cat’s skin becomes the front line for temperature control, sun protection, and oil management. As a veterinary assistant in...

Why Is My Cat Pooping Outside the Litter Box?

If you are finding poop outside the litter box, you are not dealing with a “bad cat.” In my experience as a veterinary assistant, this is very often a clue that something is off: health, stress, the litter setup, or all of the above. The good news is that most cases improve a lot once you...

How to Cure Cat Constipation

Constipation is one of those cat problems that can sneak up on you. One day the litter box looks normal, and the next day your cat is straining, producing tiny dry stools, or avoiding the box altogether. As a veterinary assistant, I can tell you this is common, and it is very fixable in many cases...

Cat Anxiety: Signs and How to Help

Anxious cats are not “bad” cats. They are stressed cats trying to feel safe. As a veterinary assistant, I see this all the time: a cat who starts hiding, over-grooming, hissing, or peeing outside the box is often communicating fear, pain, or change. The good news is that cat anxiety is common,...

CHF in Cats: Care and Training Tips

If your cat has been diagnosed with congestive heart failure (CHF), you are probably feeling two things at once: determined to help, and unsure where to start. I get it. In veterinary clinics we see how overwhelming this diagnosis can feel, and we also see many cats settle into a very good quality...

Feline Dementia Symptoms

As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I talk with a lot of families who worry their senior cat is “just getting old” or “being difficult.” Sometimes it is normal aging. But sometimes the changes fit a real medical condition called feline cognitive dysfunction (often compared to...

Causes of Lethargy in Cats

When a cat who normally follows you from room to room suddenly seems “flat” (more withdrawn than usual), sleeps even more than usual, or stops greeting you at the food bowl, it can be genuinely scary. Lethargy is not a diagnosis. It is a sign that something is draining your cat’s energy,...