The holiday season is officially upon us! It’s always nice to slow down, spend time with friends and family, and enjoy some seasonal foods and traditions. Your cat may not have a favorite holiday carol or movie, but she does have some customs of her own. In this article from River Valley Veterinary Hospital, serving the Fox Chapel, PA area, a vet lists Fluffy’s most adorable holiday traditions. Attacking The Tree It’s probably safe to … Read More
Has your cat stopped using her kitty tower? Cat towers are great for our feline friends, but Fluffy does sometimes lose interest in her furniture. We can help! Here, a Fox Chapel, PA vet offers tips on freshening up a cat tower. Clean It Over time, cat towers collect lots of dirt, dander, and dead fur. This can make them a bit itchy and uncomfortable for Fluffy. Fleas can also be an issue. Give the … Read More
We’ve all heard of catnip—it’s our feline friends’ favorite plant. It’s a safe bet, though, that you don’t know as much as you thought you did about catnip! Here, your Fox Chapel, PA veterinarian answers some of the most frequently asked questions regarding Fluffy’s favorite indulgence. What is Catnip, Anyway? Catnip is an herb that occurs naturally in the wild; it’s originally from Europe but has since spread all over the world and is found … Read More
Did you know that cats can—and do—get bored? We know, Fluffy may really enjoy doing as little as possible, but kitties do need entertainment and stimulation to stay happy and healthy. In this article from River Valley Veterinary Hospital, serving the Fox Chapel, PA area, a local vet discusses keeping your kitty entertained. Toys Toys aren’t just fun for Fluffy: they’re very good for her. Pouncing on that fuzzy catnip mouse will help keep your … Read More
Do you have a shy kitty? Just like people, some of our feline pals are bold and fearless, while others are very timid and easily frightened. If your feline pal falls into the latter category, you may want to take a few precautions to keep Fluffy purring and content. In this article from River Valley Veterinary Hospital, serving the Fox Chapel, PA area, a local vet discusses caring for a nervous feline. Health Issues First … Read More
The holidays are just around the corner! As you start putting up decorations, your feline friend may very well try to lend you a helping paw. Kitties love to make themselves useful! They also love getting themselves into mischief. Here, a Fox Chapel, PA vet offers tips on keeping Fluffy out of the tree. Ornaments Cats just can’t resist batting at shiny things… especially things that just happen to be hung right at kitty level. Keep … Read More
Does your kitty like to pounce on your toes? Does your feline buddy think that your hands are toys? Kitties can be very playful. Unfortunately, sometimes our feline friends seem to think of their human buddies as giant cat toys. This is not only bad petiquette: it can be very dangerous! In this article from River Valley Veterinary Hospital, serving the Fox Chapel, PA area, a local veterinarian discusses rough play in cats. Don’t Encourage … Read More
If you have a kitty, there’s a pretty good chance you have some funny stories to tell about your furry pal. Although cats are rather small, these larger-than-life furballs have huge hearts and big purrsonalities. While every cat is unique, our feline friends do share some common characteristics. In fact, one might almost wonder if kitties have a code of conduct they adhere to. Below, River Valley Veterinary Hospital serving the local area including Natrona … Read More
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