cats

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,...

Why Does My Cat Lick Me?

If you have ever wondered, “Why does my cat lick me?” you are definitely not alone. In my work as a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I hear this question all the time. Cat licking can be sweet, funny, and sometimes a little confusing, especially when it turns into nonstop sandpaper...

Help Your Cat With a Cold

If your cat is sniffling, sneezing, or acting a little off, it can be scary, especially because cats tend to hide discomfort. The good news is that some mild upper respiratory infections (URIs) improve with supportive care at home. The key is knowing what you can safely do, how to monitor progress,...

How to Brush a Cat’s Teeth Daily

As a veterinary assistant, I can tell you this with lots of love: most cats do not wake up hoping for a toothbrushing session. But brushing is one of the most powerful, evidence-based ways to protect your cat’s mouth, comfort, and long-term health. The trick is to make it quick, predictable, and...

Make Your Cat Stop Meowing at Night

If your cat turns into a tiny opera singer at 2 a.m., you are not alone. Nighttime meowing is a common behavior complaint I hear, and the good news is that it is often fixable once you identify why it is happening. In this guide, I will walk you through the most common causes, what to try tonight,...

Clever Cats Liver Problems

If your cat seems a little “off” lately, eating less, hiding more, losing weight, or suddenly vomiting, the liver is one organ I want on your radar. In the clinic, I have seen how quickly liver problems can move from subtle to serious in cats. The good news is that many liver issues are...

Cat Behavior Explained: Health Guide

As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I hear a version of the same question almost every week: “Is my cat being difficult… or is something wrong?” Cats are wonderfully subtle. A small change in behavior can be a normal preference, a stress signal, or your earliest clue that a...

How to Stop Cat Spraying in the House

If your cat is spraying in the house, I know how stressful and honestly heartbreaking it can feel. The good news is that spraying is usually a solvable problem once you identify the cause. Spraying is not your cat being “bad.” It is communication, and most often it is linked to stress,...

Best Way to Remove a Tick From a Cat

As a veterinary assistant here in Frisco, Texas, I can tell you this with total confidence: tick removal is one of those “small” tasks that can make a huge difference for your cat’s comfort and health. The goal is simple: remove the tick quickly, remove it cleanly, and protect the bite site...

Cat Itching But No Fleas

When a cat is itchy and you cannot find a single flea, it is frustrating for everyone involved. I see this a lot in clinic: families do a careful check, maybe even treat for fleas once, and the itching keeps going. The good news is that fleas are only one piece of the puzzle. Many common causes of...