April 6th is National Siamese Cat Day! Known for being charismatic and talkative, these cute cats have some very loyal fans. A vet lists some fun facts about these remarkable felines below. What’s In A Name? The name Siamese cat translates to wichien-matt which means “moon diamond.” That’s a purrfect moniker for these pretty cats! History Siamese cats originated in Thailand, which was once known as Siam. Some stories say that they were first raised … Read More
Did you know that our feline friends can get their own version of colds or flus? In many cases, cats just feel a bit stuffy and tired for a few days, and then recover on their own. However, kitty colds can develop into upper respiratory infections, or URIs. These can be extremely dangerous! Senior cats and kittens are especially at risk, because of their weaker immune systems. A vet discusses cat colds below. Warning Signs … Read More
As you probably know, your dog or cat can be allergic to many things. Dust, dirt, fleas, mold, pollen, ingredients in their food, certain materials like rubber or plastic… the list goes on and on. But can dogs and cats themselves can be allergic to each other? And if they are, what do you do about it? Can Dogs and Cats Be Allergic to Each Other? Yes, dogs and cats can be allergic to each … Read More
There’s a pretty adorable kitty holiday coming up. January 22nd is Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day! Our feline friends are known for being super curious, if not downright nosy. If your furball could voice her most pressing questions, what do you think she would want to know about? A local Cedar City, UT vet offers some ‘pawsibile’ options in this article. What Are You Doing In There? Kitties get very attached to their humans, and … Read More
Cats are very independent pets, which is one reason they’re so popular. However, Fluffy does need proper veterinary care in order to truly thrive. Healthy pets are happy pets! Read on as a Southern Utah vet discusses taking your feline friend to her doctor. Appointments When your furry pal is a kitten, she’ll need to come in a few times, for her initial vaccines and exams, as well as microchipping and spay/neuter surgery. Parasite control … Read More
Has your pet been microchipped yet? If not, we strongly recommend getting this done ASAP. As it turns out, microchipping is one of the best things you can do to protect your furry friend. If your pet is ever lost or stolen, that chip could even save their life! A Southern Utah veterinarian discusses microchipping in this article. Basics Microchips are very tiny, about the size of the grain of rice. Unfortunately, they will not … Read More