Author: Dr. Marti Dudley, DVM (Vet)
The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » It is a noise that cannot be ignored. It will wake you up in the middle of the night and shake your bones. Your cat is itching, and the noise is undeniable. As you run to comfort your cat and protect your carpet, you’ll notice that the vinegar is pink. What could have caused this? Does your cat need to see an emergency vet right away? Occasionally, food coloring or the food itself can lead to the pink color of the vinegar. However, more…
The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » Metronidazole is a common drug found on the shelves of veterinary hospitals and pharmacies. This antibiotic is used to treat a number of different ailments and has become very important to veterinary patients, although its use in dogs and cats is considered extra-label in the United States. So, continue reading below to learn about the dosages, uses, and potential side effects of this drug for cats specifically. What is Metronidazole? Metronidazole, or Flagyl, is an antimicrobial and antiprotozoal drug often used to treat conditions…
The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » Apoquel is a veterinary product labeled for use in dogs that helps reduce itching from allergies. The use of apoquel in cats is considered extra-label but it is prescribed to cats suffering from persistent itching. So, is this product right for your cat? If so, what is the best way to use it? Continue reading below to learn more about Apoquel and how it is used in companion cats. What is Apoquel? Apoquel (oclacitinib maleate) is a medication designed to help reduce itching in…
The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinary research. Learn more » Toxoplasmosis is a disease that affects cats that can be picked up from the environment. Toxoplasmosis is commonly discussed in households because of the risk it poses to pregnant women. But what exactly is toxoplasmosis, and how does it affect cats? Continue reading below to learn more about this pathogen. What is Toxoplasmosis? Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by a single-cell protozoan parasite, Toxoplasma gondii. Cats become infected with toxoplasma when the infected stage is ingested, usually through consumption of an intermediate host or…