Feline Medicine

Brush up on your feline knowledge. Find out how to best communicate with clients about weight loss options, plus take a closer look at the 2 types of pain-related cat behaviors, and much more.

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Cats come with caveats, both real and misconceived. But a new generation of pet owners seems determined to understand cats—and enrich their lives like never before.

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The guidelines outline lifetime care and cat-friendly approaches to improve feline health and well-being.

This new digital resource will help veterinary professionals access and gather vital information quickly.

Physical activity and creative mealtime strategies can support weight loss, boost quality of life, and bond cats more tightly with their humans.

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Treating constipated cats can frustrate many veterinarians due to the chronic, recurrent nature of the disease. Developing an effective management strategy can improve outcomes for these patients.

Understanding the varied patterns of cutaneous lesions, response to treatment, and management of secondary issues is important for control of feline allergies.

With cats wreaking havoc on the country’s wildlife, the Australian government has proposed recommendations intended to ensure the continued survival of native species and ecological communities.

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Cats that are immune to the powers of catnip may still be able to enjoy that special brand of feline fun with alternative plant materials that may work just as well.

In most cats, hyperthyroidism is a relatively straightforward diagnosis, but some cases require a more extensive workup, including measurement of the complete thyroid hormone panel.

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The new name reflects the organization’s commitment to the health and well-being of pet cats, homeless cats, and shelter cats.

A recent study suggests that shelter cat adoption may be beneficial to both children with autism spectrum disorder and their parents.

The more than 1000 member practices must cease performing unnecessary declaw procedures within 6 months.

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr Adam Christman is joined by Kaushalya Kuruppu, DVM, as they discuss the significance of feline genetic testing and how to incorporate it into wellness checks.

Cats are clearly obligate carnivores. So, why are cat foods so high in carbohydrates, and what should be done about it?

A systematic, streamlined examination style that uses minimal touch to maximize data while minimizing stress.

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, veterinary dentist Jan Bellows talks with Dr. Adam Christman about the different classifications of tooth resorption, plus offers various treatment approaches.

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, is joined by Kash Kuruppu, DVM, who discusses the history of cat breeds and the significance of DNA testing.

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