Feline Medicine

Two veterinary students displaying extraordinary effort and commitment in accelerating feline care will be awarded $2500 each.

The 2022 recognition is funded by Boehringer Ingelheim and will be presented at the congress of the International Society of Feline Medicine in Greece.

An expert outlines the risks and treatments.

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Meghan E. Herron, DVM, DACVB, spoke at VMX about handling common feline nuisance behaviors that cause stress for clients.

Put your parasitology chops to the test with these 11 questions. 

The Cats Fanciers' Association released its Top 10 most popular cat breeds list.

Early detection and routine therapy are key to preventing periodontal disease.

The work of Niels C. Pedersen, DVM, PhD, provided a foundation for investigators studying an antiviral drug for treating COVID-19.

Cats have an inherent need to scratch. Pet parents have an inherent desire to protect their furniture. Both can be achieved.

Check out this week’s highlights.

Meghan E. Herron, DVM, DACVB, shares tips to help clients with cats who love to perch on their countertops.

Can a cat's anxiety with their environment really manifest in physical symptoms?

Claire Fellman, PhD, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVCP, discusses what to expect with continuous glucose monitors.

In light of National Cat Health Month, we have featured 3 videos spotlighting feline care tips.

Cats have natural needs that, when unmet, can lead to troublesome behaviors. Meghan E. Herron, DVM, DACVB, shares how to create an environment that serves those needs.

The company will conduct research on feline stomatitis and canine periodontal disease to inform development of its cat and dog dental health tests.

Claire Fellman, PhD, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVCP, talks about different insulin options and what the literature tells us about their effectiveness in lowering blood-glucose levels.

Claire Fellman, PhD, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVCP, explains the difference between tightly controlling glucose and focusing more on the clinical signs and other factors of diabetes in cats.

Claire Fellman, PhD, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVCP, shares the pros and cons of low-carb vs "ultra" low-carb diets in cats with diabetes.

Elanco’s new prescription medication is indicated to control postoperative pain associated with surgical procedures.

In a dvm360® interview, Chris Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC, stressed the importance of veterinary professionals advising their clients to redirect problem behaviors in their companion animals rather than responding with punishment.

In a dvm360® interview, Sue Ettinger, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), reviewed different variables that may put felines at risk of developing gastrointestinal lymphoma.

In a recent dvm360® interview, Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC, described what he calls the 'seduction of punishment' when attempting to correct feline behavior and how this causes adverse effects.

In an interview with dvm360®, Kelly Cairns, DVM, DACVIM, MS, described the two main types of feline Cholangitis/Cholangiohepatitis Syndrome, plus effective treatment methods.

Frunevetmab injection (Zoetis; Solensia) is the first treatment for pain associated with osteoarthritis in cats.

In a recent interview with dvm360® , Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC, explained key ways veterinary professionals can indicate if a cat's nuisance behaviors are normal.

Vetoquinol's Imoxi is used for broad spectrum protection against fleas, heartworm, and intestinal parasites.

In a recent dvm360® interview, Chris Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC, provided detailed insight on the Hierarchy of Behavior-Change Procedures and its benefits for patients.

Lisa Radosta, DVM, DACVB, shares why cats get especially anxious at the veterinary clinic, and she offers invaluable advice on using Fear Free methods to benefit these patients.