Cat Care Veterinary Blog

Curious about your cat? You’re in the right place. Our blog is packed with helpful tips, expert insights, and feline facts designed to keep you in the know and your cat in purrfect health. From hairball hacks to decoding strange cat behaviors, we’re here to make sense of it all, one post at a time.

Why Is My Cat Throwing Up Hairballs?

If you’ve ever stepped on a slimy, tube-shaped surprise on your kitchen floor, you’ve already met the hairball. Most cat owners accept hairballs as an unavoidable part of life with a feline, but there’s actually quite a bit worth understanding…

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The Overactive Thyroid: How Hyperthyroidism Affects Your Cat’s Body

It can be confusing to watch your cat eating more than ever but still losing weight, or becoming restless and vocal at 3 a.m. when they used to sleep through the night. Cat hyperthyroidism is one of the most common…

Why Cat Vaccinations Are a Must for a Healthy Life

If you’ve ever wondered whether your indoor cat really needs vaccines, or whether keeping up with your kitten’s vaccination schedule is worth the hassle, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions cat owners ask and the answer…

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Why Your Cat Might Be Constipated and How to Help Them

Cat constipation is more common than many owners realize. Learn the signs, causes, and when to call your vet at Feline Medical Clinic in Vancouver, WA.

Making Biscuits: Decoding the Mystery of Cat Kneading

Ever wondered why your cat kneads? Learn the science behind cat kneading, why cats make biscuits, and when this behavior might signal something worth discussing with your vet at Feline Medical Clinic in Vancouver, WA.

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Recognizing the Early Symptoms of Feline Diabetes and When To Call The Vet

Feline diabetes symptoms can be subtle at first. Learn the early warning signs of cat diabetes, when to call your vet, and what to expect from diagnosis and treatment at Feline Medical Clinic in Vancouver, WA.

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Is Milk Good or Bad for Cats?

If you have ever watched a cat lap up milk in a movie or children’s book, you may have wondered, can cats drink milk in real life. This question comes up often for cat owners in Vancouver, WA, and it…

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A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Cat from Fleas

Fleas may be tiny, but they can create outsized problems for cats and the people who care for them. When it comes to cats and fleas, many pet owners assume fleas are only a seasonal issue or only affect outdoor…

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Stay on Schedule, Stay Safe: The Critical Importance of Your Cat’s Rabies Vaccination

Cats bring independence, personality, and companionship into our lives, but protecting their health requires thoughtful, consistent preventive care. One of the most important responsibilities of cat ownership is staying current with your cat rabies vaccination. Rabies is a fatal viral…