Feline Medicine

Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, PhD, MS, DACVS-SA, DACVSMR, discusses the prevalence of arthritis in cats and the percentage of cats that are actually diagnosed

Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, PhD, MS, DACVS-SA, DACVSMR, discusses how veterinarians can guide clients in spotting subtle signs of feline arthritis at home.

A new study aims to improve understanding of occurrence and management of the condition

Ellen Behrend, VMD, PhD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), discusses several advantages to using an SGLT2 inhibitor in cats compared to insulin

Visible particulate matter was observed in 2 products containing dexmedetomidine hydrochloride injection 0.5 mg/mL for dogs and cats.

Ellen Behrend, VMD, PhD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), discusses what to monitor in cats on SGLT2 inhibitors, and how it differs from the monitoring required for patients on insulin

With these practical tips for cat weight loss, we can empower clients to help their cats have normal body condition, while maintaining if not improving the human animal bond

Joya Griffin, DVM, DACVD, offers advice for veterinarians with cases of unusual skin disease in cats

Veterinary surgeons have only been able to replace feline hips in recent years

The most common adverse effects are gastrointestinal, says Ellen Behrend, VMD, PhD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM)

Ellen Behrend, VMD, PhD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM) explains the differences between bexagliflozin and velagliflozin, and how to determine if a patient is a good candidate

The inaugural 2025 World of the Cat Report highlights the latest advances in feline diagnostic tests and treatments, food, statistics, and more

Ellen Behrend, VMD, PhD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), describes a sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitor in a dvm360 interview.

Sandra Koch, DVM, MS, DACVD, talks about the importance of patience, dedication, and collaboration

The recently discovered feline “cousin” of the hepatitis B virus is associated with liver cancer in felines

This useful practice can elevate the standard of feline care and allow earlier detection of chronic disease.

Several cats living outdoors in a mobile home community died following consumption of tuna mixed with antifreeze and bleach

Sandra Koch, DVM, MS, DACVD, discusses alternative treatment options for feline atopic skin syndrome, commonly referred to as feline atopic dermatitis

The study is unique in detecting the first flu-related death of a bobcat in the state and documenting the presence of antibodies to avian flu in this feline population.

Elevating the human-cat connection in veterinary care

A recent study explored the effect of inhaled albuterol sulfate in reducing blood potassium levels in felines, which offers a potential treatment option for urinary obstruction-related hyperkalemia

William Murphy, PhD, BS, was selected by SEC provosts for the recognition, from among 16 previous achievement award recipients

Joya Griffin, DVM, DACVD, explains what how to recognize, diagnosis, and treat feline paraneoplastic alopecia

Savage Pet recalled large and small boxes of its cat food chicken due to potential avian influenza risks

Christopher Byers, DVM, delivered a session on CKD in cats at the 2025 Fetch Charlotte conference in North Carolina