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Are You Having Trouble Affording Your Pet?
Maddie’s Fund | Resource library
It can happen to anyone due to unexpected circumstances, but no owner wants their pet(s) to suffer because resources and/or medical care are out of reach. Help is out there! Explore library >>
Animal Poison Control
ASPCA | Article
The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) is your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you think your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call (888) 426-4435. A consultation fee may apply. Read more >>
Cat Symptom Checker
Two Crazy Cat Ladies | Article
This free tool by Two Crazy Cat Ladies lists common symptoms to help you find a diagnosis for the issue your cat is facing. Read more >>
Feline Medical Dictionary
Kitten Coalition | Article
Your one-stop guide to feline medical terminology and key-words. Read more >>
FIV Positive Cats
Humane Society | Article
Discussing the myths surrounding FIV, an immune disorder affecting 3-5% of cats. Read more >>
Health
Cat Behavior Associates | Blog
Cat Behavior Associates’ Health section covers common health issues, such as vomiting and oral hygiene, to more specific conditions, like deafness and immune diseases. Explore blog >>
Hot Weather Safety Tips
ASPCA | Article
We all love spending the long, sunny days of summer outdoors with our furry companions, but being overeager in hot weather can spell danger. To prevent your pet from overheating, take these simple precautions provided by ASPCA experts. Read more >>
How Do Pets Affect Mental Health? A Comprehensive Guide
Petlisted | Article
Did you know, studies have shown that pets act as a mood booster for their owners, and can even improve health by lowering blood pressure and cholesterol? In this guide, we’ll discuss some scientific research behind the numerous mental health benefits of having a dog, cat, or other pet, and where our animal connections may be headed in the future.Read more >>
How Long Do FIV-Infected Cats Live?
Maddie’s Fund | Article
You may know Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) isn’t a death sentence for cats. But did you know exactly how it impacts the length of time they live? Would it surprise you to know it doesn’t? Read more >>
How to Stay Healthy Around Pets
CDC | Article
There are many health benefits of owning a pet. They can increase opportunities to exercise, get outside, and socialize. Regular walking or playing with pets can decrease blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and triglyceride levels. Pets can help manage loneliness and depression by giving us companionship. Most households in the United States have at least one pet. Read more >>
Litter Box 101
Cat Behavior Associates | Blog
Cat Behavior Associates’ Litter Box 101 provides useful tips and tricks to your cats litter box use, from the basics to how often you should scoop to Pandora Syndrome and beyond. Explore blog >>