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Cat Stung by a Scorpion? Here’s What to Do (Our Vet Answers)

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Cats by their nature are hunters, used to stalking out prey and pouncing. In many cases, our feline friends no longer need to catch their own dinner but will still stalk and play with creatures they encounter when out and about. This can sometimes lead them to trouble, particularly if the creature involved is a … Read more

Cat Has Bite and Scratch Wounds? Here’s What to Do! (Our Vet Answers)

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Cats are territorial creatures, and when roaming the suburbs, they often feel the need to challenge another feline that dares invade their space. This is especially common for highly territorial tomcats however neutered males and females will also fight from time to time. During a fight, cats commonly sustain scratch and bite wounds. Cat bite … Read more

Cat Stung by Bee or Wasp? Here’s What to Do (Our Vet Answers)

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During the warm summer months, trees, plants, and flowers are flourishing, the birds are singing, and our cats are spending more time outdoors. The local wildlife is reaching peak activity, taking advantage of all of the fruits on offer during summer. Unfortunately, this is a time when insect stings affect both us and our pets … Read more

12 Ways to Give Your Cat a Pill: Tips & Tricks From a Vet

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How to Give Your Cat a Pill

As a vet, I often joke that I spent most of the five years at vet school learning how to give cats their pills. This normally gets a giggle before I swiftly pop the pill down the cat’s throat and the owner looks at me like I’m a miracle worker. It’s not easy to tablet … Read more

Why Is My Cat Peeing on My Clothes? & How to Stop It!

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It’s a very common complaint – you get in from a hard day at work, go to put on your PJs, and they’re covered in urine. Cats often pick the worst places to pee, sometimes even urinating right in front of their shocked owners. But contrary to popular opinion, they don’t do this to ‘make … Read more

7 Reasons Your Neutered Cat Humps & How to Stop It (Vet Answer)

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It can be a little embarrassing when your cat starts humping a visitor’s leg or takes a particular liking to a certain toy. While humping is a normal behavior in cats, if your male neutered cat has suddenly started humping things when he never did so before, it might be time to think about why. … Read more

7 Reasons Cats Bite and How to Stop It (Our Vet Answers)

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Cat owners the world over know that cats can be unpredictable creatures. One minute you’re having a nice cuddle on the sofa, and the next they lash out. It seems completely random, but cats seldom do things without reason– it’s just that it can be hard for us to work out exactly what’s going on. … Read more

11 Ways to Make a Constipated Kitten Poop (Our Vet Answers)

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If you’ve realized that it’s been a few days since you last cleaned out your kitten’s litter tray, they might be suffering from a touch of constipation. As well as being uncomfortable for your kitten, constipation can cause more serious issues if you don’t treat it right away. Don’t worry, though — this article will … Read more

How to Introduce a Cat to Another Aggressive Cat – Our Vet Answers

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If you are thinking about adding another feline to your household, it is never clear how the two little beasts are going to get along. If one is more aggressive than the other, you will have to find some common middle ground where they both feel comfortable—if you want to keep the peace. Unfortunately, two … Read more

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