Should You Adopt a Senior Cat? Indubitably!

Should You Adopt a Senior Cat? Indubitably!

Generally speaking, kittens are among the most adoptable pets out there. Unfortunately, their desirability hides a painful truth: older cats have a tough time finding new owners. Senior cats are often overlooked by prospective adopters who just can’t resist the cuteness overload of kittens or much younger cats. We understand the attraction to the wide-eyed […]

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Improve Your Cat’s Carrier, Increase Vet Visits

Improve Your Cat’s Carrier, Increase Vet Visits

No cat owner wants to force their kitty into their travel crate, but sometimes it’s the only option. What’s amazing is that if you create a safe haven for them inside their carrier, and give them time to adjust to it, they will eventually prefer their special place of refuge. As an added bonus, you’ll […]

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What Is Catnip and Should I Give It To My Cat?

What Is Catnip and Should I Give It To My Cat?

Catnip has a comedic reputation of giving cats a certain kind of high, but what is it, really? Is catnip a drug for cats? Can cats overdose on catnip? The team at Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care is here to help you learn the truth about catnip and what it does to your feline […]

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Why Would Anyone Spay or Neuter Indoor Cats?

Why Would Anyone Spay or Neuter Indoor Cats?

You may have plans to keep your cat inside for their whole life, but cats can have other plans. It may seem unnecessary to spay or neuter indoor cats, considering that they may be at lower risk of having kittens, which is the whole point of the surgery anyway, right? Your team at Animal Medical […]

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Pet Lethargy: Are They Sick or Just Tired?

Pet Lethargy: Are They Sick or Just Tired?

For every pet behavior, there could be many possible reasons that explain why they do certain things. Some behaviors occur suddenly and cause great concern. Others tend to sneak in over time until they become part of the everyday routine. Tiredness or uncharacteristic fatigue is just one example of this. While certain pets, like seniors, […]

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Catios and Cat Enclosures: What You Should Know

Catios and Cat Enclosures: What You Should Know

Catios are a newer development on the cat-owner front. If you’ve never heard of catios before, be ready to have your mind blown.  According to Catiospaces.com, “A Catio is a cat enclosure or ‘cat patio’ that provides feline safety and enrichment outdoors. Whether you have an indoor or outdoor cat, a catio can be the […]

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What’s Better, Scheduled Meals or Free Feeding?

What’s Better, Scheduled Meals or Free Feeding?

The votes are in. Dogs are 100% for free feeding. Humans are on the fence. Which is better? There are pros and cons to both options. Still, dogs are all-in on the idea of an open bowl! The team at Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care is here to help you decide which option is […]

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Scaredy Cat: Feline Anxiety and Related Issues

Scaredy Cat: Feline Anxiety and Related Issues

We don’t often think of our house cats as tiny, indoor wild cats. The reality is that they are more similar to a panther than they are different, though.  The downside of keeping these pint-sized wild creatures as pets is that we are asking an animal with very deeply ingrained instincts to mesh into our […]

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Cat Attack: Why Is My Cat Bullying the Puppy?

Cat Attack: Why Is My Cat Bullying the Puppy?

Does your dog walk through the house in terror and look around corners to check for the cat? Is your cat a bully that makes your dog’s life a nightmare? If your cat acts like the schoolyard ruffian, you are not alone! Cat aggression is a common behavior, and in fact, Cornell University’s College of […]

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All the Essentials: Foundational Training for Your Kitten

All the Essentials: Foundational Training for Your Kitten

Kittens are, first and foremost, endlessly cute and have a boundless energy and curiosity every cat owner adores. But when it comes to some of the problems like accidents around the home and scratches all over the furniture, your adorable cherub may resemble a mini-monster. This is why cats, like dogs, need the foundational skills […]

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