July 28, 2020 3:57 am
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Far and away, the safest thing you can do for your cat is to keep them in your home. In years past, it was customary to let these capable hunters come and go as they please. That sentiment is changing as more and more homeowners move their feline friends exclusively indoors. Of course, you can take a cat out of nature, but you can’t take the nature out of the cat. Even when they’re exclusively indoors, you’ll discover that your cats are still drawn to the outside world. They crowd open windows and follow the flight paths of birds. Even... View Article
June 17, 2020 11:13 pm
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As a result of the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, millions of people have been forced to shelter in place to avoid the worst of the pandemic. As we settle at home, some families and single adults have noticed something missing: a family pet. Across the United States, adoption rates of cats have been soaring as more and more people welcome cute and cuddly kittens into their homes. As these new kittens become cherished parts of the family, however, it’s important to make sure they have everything they need to grow up healthy and happy. That means making sure... View Article
June 3, 2020 11:13 pm
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Cats may experience a number of conditions that affect their bladders and/or urethras. These conditions normally occur in adult cats that are middle to senior aged. Any pet owner should learn the warning signs and treatment methods for lower urinary tract disease in cats in Alexandria, VA to keep their beloved felines healthy and comfortable. Is your cat experiencing FLUTD? Feline lower urinary tract disease in Alexandria, VA, also known as FLUTD, can happen for a number of reasons. As a pet owner, you need to keep an eye out for the following signs of FLUTD: Struggling to urinate Urine... View Article
April 16, 2020 11:29 pm
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As you are aware, the coronavirus pandemic is posing a worldwide health crisis. People are being ordered to stay at home, those showing signs of the virus are self-quarantining and those who have tested positive and are seriously ill are receiving medical treatment. People can catch this virus and spread it to other people, which leads us to today’s topic: companion animals and COVID-19. Before continuing on, we want all of our Kingstowne Cat Clinic visitors to know that we are practicing a new protocol until further notice (learn more here). Here’s what you need to know about cats and... View Article
April 2, 2020 11:29 pm
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While many cats do enjoy spending time outdoors, it’s generally agreed that indoors is the safer place for our feline friends. If you have an indoor-only cat, it’s extremely important that you provide an adequate amount of mental stimulation to keep your kitty from becoming bored or stressed. Exercise is also a must for indoor cats so they don’t become overweight (or even lazier than some of them already are). As someone with an indoor cat, you’ve probably searched the internet for easy ways to keep your pet happy, healthy and entertained. We would be happy to provide a few... View Article
