I have been searching for a link between mouth ulcers and seizures in cats. I have a friend who’s 10-year-old cat has sadly just died having been diagnosed with diabetes. The cat had mouth ulcers and had a seizure. It … please continue reading
Are tulips safe for cats? The clear answer is no as they are decidedly toxic to cats. The toxins are mainly in the tulip bulb. But what is less clear is how damaging the tulip poisoning is. Is it fatal or can the cat recover? My research tells me that cats normally recover. Although in a story the cat was euthanised. please continue reading
People ask: Which lilies are not poisonous to cats? After you have read this article you’re going to decide that it is unsafe to buy any form of lily for your home if you live with a cat companion. Let … please continue reading
Although Easter is a very important day in the Christian calendar, it is a time when a provider of pet emergency care, Vets Now, see a 50% rise in pet emergency cases. A major reason is a simple one: lilies. … please continue reading
It is believed that domestic cats don’t see red but it is suggested that they are attracted to the red poinsettia houseplant, which if true is something to be concerned about at Christmas because this house plant is used decoratively … please continue reading
“Catmas” is just a few weeks away. Our three kitties – Sir Hubble Pinkerton, Master Aki and Edgar Allen Poe – have been especially well behaved since they know that Santa Claws has been watching them. They are getting very … please continue reading
This is a freak accident but nonetheless a very real possibility. We know that lilies are highly toxic to cats. The pollen of the lily can kill a cat. Lilies should never be in a house in which there are … please continue reading
Although it is possible to list all the plants toxic to cats, which I did years ago, there is an alternative way for UK cat owners and plant buyers. Most garden centres and nurseries label plants which are toxic or … please continue reading
For the cat allowed to go into the exciting outdoors, there are many dangers and there are ways to minimize them. Here are some suggestions. Train your cat to come when called. The thought of this might put some people … please continue reading
I am not kidding you. Animal Poison Control Hotlines charge money just for information, a lot of money and it’s sad. Ok, now I understand it cost money to run these things but we are talking about information that people … please continue reading
