Sylvester’s mom called in a panic. Her adorable black and white kitten had some strange-looking material stuck in the hair under his tail. She described it as some hard, light tan granules. When we ...

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Question: My cat Sweetie lives indoors and sleeps in my bed. I noticed some little white worms crawling out of her rear end! Yuck! I ran to the pet store the next day and bought worm medicine. I have ...

A good worming routine is all part of being a responsible cat owner and it’s vital to protect your cat or kitten from worms. Check out important tips to protect ...

Dear Dr. Fox: A year ago, I decided to take care of a stray cat in my backyard. When I saw him running around with a piece of bread I had thrown out for the birds, I knew there was a problem. I would ...

Before you give your cat any flea treatment, it's important to talk to your veterinarian. They can help you choose the best medication based on your cat's temperament, lifestyle, and the specific ...

The most prevalent flea in the U.S. is the cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis). It infests cats, dogs and wild animals. The complete life cycle takes three to five weeks. A female flea lays 24 to 48 eggs ...