Archive for the ‘Holistic Health’ Category

Sooner or later every cat will throw up, and it’s not a pretty sight. Over the years I’ve had many deep sleeps interrupted by the sound of a cat about to hurl, and somehow I manage to wake up coherent enough to grab the cat and put it on the floor before it disposes the contents of its stomach on to my sheets or myself. When you start to notice that your cat is having more frequent episodes it’s time to investigate. Despite what your vet or other cat parents may tell you, chronic vomiting in cats is not normal.

My own personal experience began many years ago when my own cat, Hershey, developed pancreatitis out of the blue.  It resulted in several more episodes every few weeks, several vet visits, and medication for nausea and antibiotics.  When the vet could do no more to help he recommended I go see a specialist.  In my heart I knew there was a better way than being on medication for the rest of his life–determine and treat the cause not the symptoms.   

With so many studies proving the many benefits of marijuana and hemp products on human health it was only a matter of time before the pet market would be next.  When the traditional veterinary model isn’t working cat guardians start looking outside the box at alternatives, and one of the first things they’re asking about is CBD and cats.

Is Your Cat Food Averse? However strange it may seem, there are cats who are just not into food.  It doesn’t matter what you offer or try to bribe them with, they will eat the bare minimum and that’s it.  Food aversion in cats can be a very serious thing.  In my experience over the […]

When vomiting in cats is more than just fur balls Cat parents all recognize that familiar sound when our cat is about to throw up:  gluck, gluck, gluck…  It’s certainly not a fun experience for the cat or the person having to clean up the mess.  Especially when it happens in the middle of the […]

Sometimes cats get sick and there’s no obvious cause.  One minute your kitty seems fine, and the next, well, not so good.  It’s a terrible, helpless feeling not being able to understand what’s wrong.  Being a vigilant cat parent and noticing a change in behavior, eating, or litter box habits is crucial when it comes […]

Several years ago I went to a workshop to learn about essential oils and first aid for people and pets.  In fact, one of the teachers was a holistic veterinarian.   It was the first time I got the nitty gritty on what essential oils were, how they’re made, how to determine quality, and most importantly, […]

Meet Yuri.  She’s an adorable 15 month old tabby kitty who lives in Melbourne, Australia.  Her mom, Anna, adopted her from a local shelter when she about 3 months old.  Shortly after she was diagnosed with an ear infection.  It wasn’t long after that she started to itch and scratch her ears and eye areas, even developing feline acne.  Thus began a year long journey of vet visits and numerous attempts to treat Yuri’s symptoms. 

Fleas, chemicals and cats The seasons are changing, and before we know it summer will be upon us.  Our cats love to soak up the sun and bask in the summer heat in our courtyard.  In fact, it’s Rocket’s favorite past time!  Fortunately they aren’t exposed to fleas and ticks like other cats who may […]

I was reading a newsletter and it made me stop and think about what I have available in case an emergency arose with one of my cats.  Honestly, cat emergencies are not at the forefront of my mind on a daily basis.  In fact, I’m not a very reactionary person to begin with.  I tend to be more calm under pressure and think things through.  It’s always a good idea to be prepared though.  When it comes to first aid kits for cats there are some items every cat parent should have on hand.