
Stay in-the-know with all the latest health news for your cat. Healthy Paws offers a variety of resources to keep your cat happy and healthy.

Stay in-the-know with all the latest health news for your cat. Healthy Paws offers a variety of resources to keep your cat happy and healthy.
Asthma in Cats: Otis’s Story
May 7th, 2019 by Colleen WilliamsThe first Tuesday in May is “World Asthma Day” – did you know that cats and dogs can have asthma too? Symptoms and treatment are very similar to human asthma – people and pets with asthma suffer from chronic inflammation and constriction of the small passageways to the lungs, which can make breathing difficult. Mild… Read More
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Asthma in Cats: Otis’s Story
05/07/2019 by Colleen WilliamsThe first Tuesday in May is “World Asthma Day” – did you know that cats and dogs can have asthma too? Symptoms and treatment are very similar to human asthma – people and pets with asthma suffer from chronic inflammation and constriction of the small passageways to the lungs, which can make breathing difficult. Mild… Read More
May 7th, 2019 by Colleen Williams -
How to Give Pills to Your Pet
05/04/2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM“Ugh, I hate taking pills.” Can’t you imagine our pets saying this when it’s time for them to take their medications? Administering those pills is not necessarily a walk in the park for pet parents, either. Most pet parents probably want to give their pets their pills as quickly and painlessly as possible. This article… Read More
May 4th, 2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM -
What is Whisker Fatigue?
04/22/2019 by Danielle GuercioWhiskers are one of a cat’s most beautiful features. Those long, thick, white hairs pointing outwards not only frame their cute faces, they can flick to signal emotions and act like 3D sensors to determine a cat’s position. Cat whiskers are actually called vibrissae, and are so intensely vital to a cat’s hunting instincts and… Read More
April 22nd, 2019 by Danielle Guercio -
Cat Acne: How to Identify and Treat It
04/19/2019 by Wendy Rose GouldReviewed for accuracy on April 13, 2020 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM Did you know that cat acne is a completely legitimate veterinary issue? It requires attention and care just like the human version. Here, we’re outlining the common causes of cat acne and describing what it looks like so you can identify it on your… Read More
April 19th, 2019 by Wendy Rose Gould -
Coccidia in Cats and Dogs
04/19/2019 by Wendy Rose GouldReviewed for accuracy on March 16, 2020 by Brittany Kleszynski, DVM Coccidia is a microscopic parasite that takes up an unwelcome residence in your pet’s intestines. The most common strain that infects pets is known as Isospora. While it is most commonly an issue for puppies and kittens (newborns don’t have a hearty immune system… Read More
April 19th, 2019 by Wendy Rose Gould -
7 Reasons Cats Go Outside the Litter Box
04/11/2019 by Wendy Rose GouldYou come back home from work, a nice dinner, brunch with your crew, or even from a day-long vacation and are greeted with that all-too-familiar scent. Your lovable kitty-cat has made a mess outside of their litterbox, and now you’re charged with the very humbling task of cleaning up the mess and figuring out how… Read More
April 11th, 2019 by Wendy Rose Gould -
Giardia in Cats and Dogs
04/04/2019 by Wendy Rose GouldGiardia, which causes a condition called giardiasis, is a parasite infection that affects the intestinal tract of cats, dogs, and even humans. The parasite is passed from one animal to another in the form of a hard-shelled cyst via fecal matter or contaminated food, water, and surfaces. This shell allows the parasite to live outside… Read More
April 4th, 2019 by Wendy Rose Gould -
How to Stop Bleeding in Pets
04/04/2019 by Colleen WilliamsIf your dog or cat has suffered an accident or injury and is bleeding, the first step you need to follow is to calmly assess the situation, determining the severity of blood flow. If it is a minor scrape or cut, you can handle it yourself. However, if your pet is bleeding anywhere from moderately… Read More
April 4th, 2019 by Colleen Williams -
The Tellington TTouch Method: What Is It?
03/28/2019 by Cuteness TeamThe Tellington TTouch (not a typo) method focuses on healing, positive animal training, and communication. In particular, this method helps people relate to animals compassionately to help develop a deeper connection. The method was developed by Linda Tellington-Jones, Ph.D. (Hon) four decades ago. Since inception, the Tellington TTouch method has helped rehabilitate wildlife, zoo animals,… Read More
March 28th, 2019 by Cuteness Team -
Urinary Crystals in Cats: O’Reilly’s Story
03/21/2019 by Colleen WilliamsCats suffer from urinary tract infections, blockages, and kidney issues rather frequently, and their symptoms can sometimes all seem similar. Blockages can be life-threatening; if a cat has a urinary blockage, this condition can be fatal within 7 days, so any symptoms of urinary distress should be brought up to your vet at once. When… Read More
March 21st, 2019 by Colleen Williams -
Antibiotic Resistance in Pets
03/01/2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVMSince the era of antibiotic usage began in the 1940s (approximately a decade after Sir Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin), antibiotics have transformed the practice of both human and veterinary medicine. They have allowed physicians and veterinarians to combat bacterial infections and save countless lives in the process. However, it wasn’t long before bacteria started developing… Read More
March 1st, 2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM -
10 Signs It’s Time to Take Your Cat to the Vet
02/18/2019 by Wendy Rose GouldPet parents often struggle with the question of whether they should head to the vet or wait it out when their pet is feeling “off”. We completely understand the hesitancy, especially when we’re talking about cats since they’re typically not fans of carriers, car rides, or strange places. Finances should be taken into consideration as… Read More
February 18th, 2019 by Wendy Rose Gould