Author: Nomi Berger
Fading Kitten Syndrome and Fostered Kittens
With the arrival of spring comes the birth of millions of newborn kittens, the majority of them born to feral cats living outdoors. Fortunately, however, most of these kittens will […]
The Purr-fect Way to Greet Your New Kitty
Since cats are both predators and prey, they are programmed to perpetually assess their environment. As creatures of habit, territorial and tenacious, they must feel safe rather than sorry before […]
Why Do Cats Hate Water?
It’s a question posed by puzzled cat parents everywhere: Do our feline friends truly HATE water? According to most animal behaviorists and scientists, the answer is more complicated than a simple […]
Cerebellar Hypoplasia in Cats
Feline cerebellar hypoplasia, familiarly called wobbly cat syndrome, is a neurological disorder that occurs when the cerebellum, the part of the brain that controls coordination, doesn’t fully develop while kittens […]
Cat Noses: Wet vs Dry
Although many owners believe that an extremely dry or wet cat nose is indicative of illness, nothing could be further from the truth. Not only are some cats’ noses naturally drier […]
A Year of Cat Rescue Resolutions for You!
Have you thought of adding some new and different resolutions to your traditional New Year’s list? Have you ever thought about getting involved in the world of cat rescue, but didn’t […]
Halitosis in Cats
If your kitty’s breath seems less than fresh lately, there are various reasons behind it, the most common being periodontal disease. An inflammation of the tissues surrounding your cat’s teeth, it’s […]
Glaucoma in Cats
While common in people and dogs, glaucoma is rare in cats, but can ultimately lead to blindness. However, an early diagnosis coupled with the proper treatment affords concerned owners a […]
Cardiomyopathy in Cats
Cardiomyopathy, simply put, refers to a “disease of the heart muscle,” specifically the myocardium. It’s a condition caused by a structural abnormality in one or more of the four chambers of […]
Fancy More Fun Feline Facts?
Facts, fun and fanciful, some purr-haps familiar, others new – for the feline fancier in all of you: Genetically, if somewhat surprisingly, a domestic cat is 95.6% tiger! Although humans […]