Cat Tips

Hot spots demand two things: treatment and figuring out what's causing them. Here's what I recommend using on hot spots to disinfect without burning and four things you can do to soothe and protect the skin. And then for the cause - could it be emotional?

Dropping ounces or pounds is a common occurrence with older kitties, and there are a number of reasons why it happens. Five diseases that can cause weight loss in aging cats and 6 suggestions for enticing kitty to eat and stay well-nourished.

From Dr. Seuss's Cat in the Hat to Mistoffelees, the tuxedo cat in the musical Cats, it seems like the most famous cats, both in cartoons and in real life, are black-and-white. Why? Is it the mystery behind their unique coloring or could it be they have a personality that truly stands out?

Kitties 7 and over need to eat differently than younger cats, but it's not what many veterinarians traditionally recommend. And your older cat may need help with detoxification, brain health, and calming at night. How to convert your cat's age into human years (it's different than with dogs).

There are many underlying causes of this chronic symptom, so it's important to get it diagnosed if it lasts longer than 2 to 3 weeks. It can develop suddenly or gradually, but watch for these other signs that can signal distress. The age and breeds most at risk.