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Oct 20 2016

Disaster Preparedness for Cats

If you live here in Portland or in the surrounding areas, then you’ve probably heard about the Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake that is predicted to hit our area, and you…
Sep 27 2016

“I Can’t Get My Cat to Take His Medicine!”

No one likes the idea of having to medicate their cat at home, especially if you have an uncooperative kitty. Don’t be discouraged if you’re having a difficult time, though….
Jul 21 2016

“Why Does My Cat Keep Throwing Up?”

Have you ever seen your cat throw up? For most of us, the answer is yes. While it’s not uncommon, it’s important to remember that it’s never normal. In cats,…
Jan 13 2016

Cat Tales – Zooey (Torn Ligament)

The moment you lay eyes on Zooey, you know she has a story to tell. In 2014, her future owner, Karen, adopted her from the Cat Adoption Team in Sherwood,…
Dec 08 2015

Cat Tales – Sadie (Stomatitis)

When Linda adopted Sadie from Meow Village, a local feline rescue, she had no idea she would learn so much about a cat’s mouth in the coming months. Originally, Sadie…
Nov 05 2015

Cat Tales – Willy (Acupuncture for Cats)
See that handsome guy in the photo? That’s Willy, a 13 year-old cat who was diagnosed with a sarcoma (a.k.a. cancerous tumor) affecting his front leg. Unfortunately, Willy suffers from...
Oct 27 2015

Halloween and Superstitions About Black Cats (Bonus – Holiday Safety!)

Happy Halloween! Just like jack-o’-lanterns, witches, and ghosts, you’re likely to see many black cats tonight too, whether they’re on decorations, costumes, or even carved into pumpkins, but do you…
Jun 08 2015

5 Tips for Introducing a New Cat into Your Home

Congratulations on welcoming a new cat into your family! Whether you’re a new or experienced pet owner, this is an exciting time, but you might have a lot of questions…
May 14 2015

Heartworm in Cats (Not Just a Dog Disease!)

The seasons are changing, and along with warmer weather comes mosquitoes, which means your cat’s risk of getting heartworm disease increases. Did you know that heartworm disease doesn’t just affect…
Apr 20 2015

National Pet ID Week

It is said that 1 in 3 pets will get lost at some point in their life. To make matters worse, only 2% of lost cats are ever returned to…