Dr. Nicholas Dodman Behavioral Disorders INTRODUCTION Considering their size, domestic cats can make formidable adversaries. Unlike dogs, cats have not one but five attack weapons, including a widely opening mouth, well-appointed with penetrating teeth, and four dexterous paws bearing … [Read more...]
Thwarting the Alarm Clock Cat
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Dr. Nicholas Dodman Behavioral Disorders WAKING UP AT DAWN Contrary to popular belief, cats are not nocturnal. The term “nocturnal” refers to the lifestyle of being awake at night instead of during the day, and that isn’t what cats do. They sleep at night as we do, just not for quite … [Read more...]
How to Keep Your Cat Off Tables and Counters
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Dr. Nicholas Dodman Behavioral Disorders COUNTERS AND YOUR CAT Why do cats find counters so appealing? Take this quiz to find out: A. Because they're there. B. Because cats naturally prefer a three-dimensional environment. C. Because cats occasionally find food morsels while … [Read more...]
Furniture Scratching
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Dr. Nicholas Dodman Behavioral Disorders OVERVIEW Cats make great pets. They love to play, they love to cuddle when you’re watching TV or sleeping, and they purr for no reason other than being near you. But they also love to scratch. Unfortunately, the things they love to scratch are … [Read more...]
Litter Box Training Your Cat
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Vetsuite Staff Behavioral Disorders THE LITTER BOX If you’re taking home a new kitten who has captured your heart, you will certainly need one important accessory — a litter box. Hmmm, the mysterious litter box — knowing which one to get and what to do with it does not come naturally … [Read more...]
The Alpha Cat Syndrome
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Dr. Nicholas Dodman Behavioral Disorders THE BITING CAT Cats are supposed to be warm and friendly creatures, seeking owner approval, petting and cuddles and purring their way through peaceful evenings at home. But not all cats are this amiable or this compliant. Some have an agenda of … [Read more...]
Should You Board Your Cat?
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Alex Lieber General Practice & Preventative Medicine KENNELING YOUR CAT When you must travel, making sure your beloved cat is well taken care of while you are gone is foremost on your mind. Whether you leave suddenly or plan a trip carefully, you’re probably going to feel guilty over … [Read more...]
10 Things You Should Do Before You Board Your Cat
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Dr. Debra Primovic BOARDING Here is a checklist of 10 important steps to consider before boarding your cat. Consideration of each of these items will help you and your cat have a good boarding experience. Interview - Interview the kennel on the phone. Find out how long they have been in … [Read more...]
Kenneling Your Cat
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Dr. Douglas Brum General Practice & Preventative Medicine WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW While kennels range from the barebones to the ultra-fancy, keep in mind that the frills are meant mainly for owners. The cat really isn't interested in what color his enclosure is. What is important is … [Read more...]
Pet Sitter Instructions for Your Cat
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Vetsuite Staff INSTRUCTIONS To help you get the most out of your pet sitter, print and fill out the following instructions: CONTACT INFORMATION Your Name _____________________________________ Your Address ____________________________________ Phone # ________________ Cell # … [Read more...]
