Your cat may seem perfectly fine, yet serious health issues could be silently developing. Felines are masters at hiding pain and discomfort, which makes early detection particularly challenging for ...

Cats are fastidious creatures, and nowhere is that more evident than in their litter box habits. When your cat won’t use the litter box -- and at least 10% of all cats develop an elimination problem - ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Indoor cats are naturally inclined to use a well-maintained litter box. Most cats are trained by their mothers as ...

Domestication of cats started over 10,000 years ago. Our cat companions evolved from desert dwelling cats that were adapted to desert conditions with low water availability. They have maintained this ...

"Hi! I just found this lump on the side of my cat's chest. It's not hard and doesn't hurt him. Any ideas of what it could be? It's hard to see because he’s very fluffy, but it’s pink?" A: There is no ...

Q: Our senior cat is hyperthyroid. How common is hyperthyroidism, and what causes it? A: Hyperthyroidism is caused by benign tumors in the two thyroid glands located in the cat's neck. The tumors ...

Q: I plan to adopt a couple of kittens/young cats in a few months. I want them on a diet that is least likely to cause urinary crystal formation because my current cats are suffering. What can I do to ...

Q: I read your piece in The Sun’s veterinary column last week with great interest. You clearly described a medical condition in dogs with low thyroid output (hypothyroidism). Turns out my 10-year-old ...