Archives: Cat Care

Fluffy’s Sleeping Habits

February 15, 2020

Is your cat asleep right now? There’s a good chance that the answer to that question is yes. If Fluffy is actually awake, she probably won’t be for long. Our … Read More »

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Happy Mew Year

January 1, 2020

Happy New Year! While most people are celebrating the new year today, for our feline friends, tomorrow is the official holiday. January 2nd is Happy Mew Year, or New Year’s … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, General Care Tagged cat behavior, cat care tips, cat New Year's resolutions, cat resolutions, feline behavior, Happy Mew Year, Happy New Year, new year's resolutions for cats, resolutions for your cat, things cats think, vet clinic London ON, vet clinic South London area, what cats do, what cats want, what is my cat thinking
National Cat Herder’s Day

December 15, 2019

Today, December 15th, is Cat Herder’s Day! It’s also National Lemon Cupcake Day. If there’s one thing we are sure of, it’s that eating cupcakes is much easier than herding … Read More »

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Cold Weather Care for Senior Kitties

November 1, 2019

Love it or hate it, winter is on the way. Your feline friend may have a fur coat on, but she’s still susceptible to cold, especially as she ages. Read … Read More »

Posted in Cat Care, General Care, General Health Tagged brushing your cat, cat brushing, cat care tips, cat napping, cat napping spots, cat supplements, cold weather care tips for cats, cold weather cat care, dietary supplements for cats, grooming your cat, keeping cat safe in cold weather, keeping cat warm in winter, vet London ON, vet South London ON, winter cat care
Kitty Anxiety

October 1, 2019

Did you know that cats can suffer from anxiety? You may not think that this would be much of a problem for kitties. After all, Fluffy spends the vast majority … Read More »

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4 Things We Will Never Understand About Cats

September 1, 2019

Kitties are rather perplexing little furballs. In fact, Fluffy is a bit of an enigma. Our feline pals have had scientists scratching their heads for decades, if not centuries, and … Read More »

Posted in Behavior, Cat Care Tagged cat behavior, cat behaviors, cat care tips, cat paw smack, cat quirks, cat sunbathing, cats and boxes, cats and sunbeams, feline behavior, feline behaviors, owning a cat, owning cats, quirky cats, things cats do, vet clinic London ON, vet clinic South London ON, what cats do, what cats think
Is Your Cat Stressed?

August 1, 2019

Cats have a reputation for being aloof, but in actuality, they are very emotional, and are susceptible to stress and anxiety, just like people. Major changes, illnesses, friction with other … Read More »

Posted in Behavior, Cat Care, General Health Tagged anxiety in cats, anxiety in my cat, cat behavior, cat grooming, cat health, cat litter box issues, cat stress, cat vocalizations, feline anxiety, feline behavior, feline stress, is my cat stressed, is your cat stressed, loss of appetite in cats, signs of anxiety in cats, stress in cats, vets London ON, vets South London ON
Leaving Your Cat Home Alone

July 1, 2019

One of the many things we love about our feline pals is the fact that they are so independent. Dogs can’t stay home by themselves for more than about 8-10 … Read More »

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6 Ways To Bond With Your Cat

June 1, 2019

June is Adopt A Cat Month! Have you recently brought a new kitty into your home? If so, that’s great. We’re always thrilled to see cats getting a second chance … Read More »

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Kitty Communication 101

May 15, 2019

Cats are quite mysterious little furballs. We may never entirely understand why Fluffy sleeps so much, or why she is so obsessed with boxes. However, our feline friends do have … Read More »

Posted in Behavior, Cat Care Tagged cat body language, cat communication, cat meow, cat noises, cat sounds, cat vocalizations, cat vocals, feline communication, feline vocalizations, health symptoms in cats, how cats communicate, how to tell what cat is thinking, signs of illness in cats, veterinarian London ON, veterinarian South London area, what is cat thinking

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Why Positive Reinforcement Training Works for Every Dog

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If you’ve ever wished your dog would listen better—or stop giving you that mischievous “make me” look—you’re not alone. At Firth Veterinary Hospital, our London, ON veterinarians love helping pet … Read More »
Cold Weather Safety for Cats: Keeping Your Feline Warm and Well

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There’s something magical about a Canadian winter—unless you’re a cat who just wants a sunny windowsill and a cozy nap. At Firth Veterinary Hospital, our London, ON veterinarians know that … Read More »
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