Search Results
233 results for “cat bowls”
Choosing the Right Food and Water Bowls for Your Cat
Bowls come in ceramic, plastic, and stainless steel; a wooden stand with ceramic is the classic best choice. Ceramic resists heat and bacteria and is heavy enough not to slide; pick a wide rim (wider than the cat's whiskers) and a stand to raise it. Plastic is fine for travel but breeds bacteria and can leach into food, so avoid long-term use. Stainless is easy to clean but trace chromium/nickel can dissolve from salty food and may trigger allergies. Skip automatic feeders and fountains except for long trips—cats prefer fresh daily water and the bonding of hand-feeding.
How Often to Wash Your Cat’s Food and Water Bowls
Bacteria build up fast on cat bowls and can reinfect your pet and your family. Washing both food and water bowls daily, choosing ceramic or stainless steel, and refreshing water often are the simplest preventive habits.
Symptoms and Treatment of Common Viral Infectious Diseases in Dogs and Cats
Viruses need host cells to multiply, then spread via blood and lymph causing infection. Here are common viral diseases in dogs and cats.
What to Do About an Overweight Cat
Many owners want a plump cat, but when it's round as a ball, they worry. Overweight is surely bad for cats.
Black Chin in Cats Is No Small Matter: Understanding Feline Folliculitis
If one day you notice your cat's chin looks black while grooming it, this isn't dirt that washing can remove. Some owners know this is feline folliculitis, but it's often dismissed as minor — which it is not. Today we look at what cat folliculitis involves.
Why Does My Cat Vomit After Drinking Water?
Vomiting right after drinking means a very sensitive gut, from spoiled food, parasites, or virus; withhold food and water briefly and use an anti-nausea and probiotic, or see a vet if unvaccinated.
Symptoms and Treatment of Stomatitis in Dogs and Cats
If mild, stomatitis needs no drugs—just oral care and diet. Main symptoms: drooling, mouth ulcers, gum inflammation. Details below.
Is a Cat’s Yellow Urine Just ‘Heat’?
Yellow, thick cat urine has several causes, not just heat — low water, pigments, liver disease, or a spraying tom. This guide covers the four common ones and when to see a vet.
What Causes a Cat’s Black Chin?
A black, greasy chin hurts a cat's looks and is usually cat acne. This article explains what causes it so you can address it.
What to Do About a Cat’s Black Chin
A greasy black chin is likely cat acne (folliculitis) and needs prompt treatment. This article covers treatment and prevention of cat acne.