In the UK an ever increasing number of cats and dogs are being given antidepressants because they are being left alone for hours at a time by their owners. This information comes from veterinarians. They said that it was becoming … Continue reading →
Although in traditional medical circles using marijuana to treat people remains a controversial topic, why can’t this popular weed help alleviate the constant suffering and intractable pain that is endured by companion animals who are terminally ill? Colorado and Washington … Continue reading →
Amitriptyline (Elavil) is administered to cats with ‘behavior disorders’ such as inappropriate urination and destructive behavior and for medical conditions such as cystitis, separation anxiety and more. It is an anticholinergic drug. It inhibits acetylcholine activity. Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter (a … Continue reading →
Is it wise and sensible to use Prozac for cat aggression? It just might be as a last resort but there are many boxes to tick beforehand. The first question to ask is what does Prozac do? We know it … Continue reading →
This is a stub in Wikipedia language meaning a very short post which can be extended by someone who knows more or who can find out more. One reason why there are fewer medications and drugs for cats than for … Continue reading →
According to an article in the Seattle Times about Lux, the Portland, Oregon “Attack cat” (aka the 911 kitty), Cat Daddy Jackson Galaxy said; “I can say without hesitation that Lux is the most complicated character I think I’ve ever … Continue reading →
T-Cyte Treatment is treating cats who have FeLV and/or FIV with Lymphocyte T-Cell Immunomodulator. T-Cyte Therapeutics is the name of the manufacturer who supply vets with this expensive treatment. They are not very open about its success rate and cost … Continue reading →
Although felines enchant you, the runny nose, itchy eyes, the hives, sneezing wheezing and asthma attacks drives you up the wall whenever you are in close proximity with a kitty. How can something that you love so deeply at the … Continue reading →
By Elisa Black-Taylor Do any of my friends at PoC have cats who suffer from “catnip disorderly conduct” while under the influence of catnip? This is one of my strange but true experiences that happened last week when Sealy received … Continue reading →
As a cat owner, do you have any experience with respect to your cat being given Metacam for arthritis, or for some other requirement for pain relief (i.e. post operative)? It appears to be a controversial drug with some variation … Continue reading →
