Veterinary hospital teams will find this article valuable for newsletters, websites or blogs. Team members will want to have this as a resource for owners looking to responsibly leave their cat at home. Source: Tufts Catnip, January 25, 2016 newsletter. Ideally, the visit to a cat’s home shouldn’t just be for feeding and emptying the litter box. The pet sitter should spend … [Read more...]
If a cat poops in the bed…?
Cat poop and Aristotle? Not two references you would expect to see in an article. However, the author uniquely correlates behavior to philosophy to discuss a common problem. Veterinary team members will value the perspective. Consider this content for clinic websites, blogs or newsletters. Source: Catster, January 5, 2016. Aristotle’s concept of the “four causes” provides a … [Read more...]
What kind of cat do you have?
This fun quiz will interest cat owners as they wait in the lobby or exam room. It may open discussions between an owner and vet technician or DVM. Consider using it on veterinary hospital websites, as well. Source: Modern Cat, Winter 2015/2016, page 46. Five multiple-choice questions lead cat owners to assess their cat’s personality type and the kind of toys and activities … [Read more...]
Taming feline aggression
Increasing the volume of feline veterinary care is an important opportunity for companion animal practices. Multiple client experiences, as well as their feline frustrations will accompany this growth. Petey, a much-loved, six-month-old kitten, is the main character for this story. It is a great guide for handling aggression. Veterinary hospital teams will appreciate this … [Read more...]
Top 5 maintenance insulins
This peer-reviewed article is great material for a veterinary hospital staff meeting. Ruth Gostelow, BVetMed(Hons), DACVIM, DECVIM-CA, MRCVS, Royal Veterinary College, provides perspective on treatments of diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats. Representatives can lead the discussion as a service to the veterinary team or use this information to become more aware of the variances … [Read more...]
Do cats present a big pet market opportunity for 2016?
Feline pet food and market trends are featured in this piece by Debbie Phillips-Donaldson, editor-in-chief of Petfood Industry. She also highlights: the latest developments in pet nutrition food safety hot topics Feline marketers and veterinary staff members will be interested to learn more about cat ownership. Source: Petfood Industry, December 9, 2015. Almost … [Read more...]
Pet travel accessories for keeping Fido safe on the road
My dogs had always been greater than 50 pounds until recently, so travel with them involved crates in the back of my pickup secured with tie-downs. However, an 11-pound Morkie now runs our household, hates crates and loves to go on rides. This story comes from a subscriber who thought veterinary hospital personnel and animal health pros who travel with pets would want to know … [Read more...]
Prevent holiday CATastrophies
Dr. Marty Becker contributes sound, referenced information to help keep cats more comfortable during the holiday season. Seven topics are covered, including risks and behavioral cautions. Veterinary hospital teams will find value in the information for websites and client inquiries. Source: Catster Special Holiday Issue 2015, page 20. (direct link unavailable) There is a … [Read more...]
Understanding heart disease in cats
Suzanne Cunningham, DVM, assistant professor of cardiology at Tufts, does a nice job in this article of helping cat owners understand and identify potential feline heart disease. She reminds readers that heartworm disease is diagnosed in about 10 percent of cats these days. It should be considered as a threat to feline health, especially where hot, damp climates encourage … [Read more...]
Senior cats: diabetes, kidneys and hyperthyroidism
Veterinary professionals have written three articles directed toward show cat owners in Cat Talk. This publication is dedicated to the needs of owners of more than 2 million pedigreed cats. Each issue offers profiles, perspectives and treatment options to educate the owners of aging cats. Source: Cat Talk, page 24. This "Senior Cat" issue looks at the issues that older cats … [Read more...]
Four top nutrients every animal needs
Learn what pet owners are reading about nutrition in the October/November issue of Animal Wellness. Jean Hofve, D.V.M. walks readers through the top nutrients needed by dogs/cats: Omega 3 Fatty Acids Digestive Enzymes Probiotics Antioxidants Other articles address liver, pH and supplementation. Source: Animal Wellness, Oct/Nov 2015 page 42. Many people, … [Read more...]
Feline Calicivirus + Cats, Cattle & M. Bovis
If it has been awhile since you refreshed your knowledge on calicivirus in cats, Dr. Lister’s peer-reviewed article contains a nice blend of science and situational factors worthy of reading. For this writer who grew up in a small southern Iowa farming town, the cats that “just did not seem right” were a near every week occurrence. Source: Clinician’s Brief September 2015, … [Read more...]