Cat health information is just a mouse click away! The Internet may be full of funny cat pictures, but it also has a wealth of online resources for cat owners.
As a cat owner, you want to give your feline friend the very best care to keep her happy and healthy for many years. In addition to investing in the right cat care books and magazines, you can find valuable information online whenever you have any questions about your cat’s behavior, diet, or symptoms.
Below is a short list of some of the top online resources that are currently available for cat owners. Just remember that, even though this information can be helpful, it is by no means a replacement for your veterinarian’s advice, so always consult your cat’s vet to be sure you are giving your pet everything she needs.
WebMD Pets
WebMD has an entire website dedicated to pets, with an entire section on all things related to cats. There are extensive A to Z lists of conditions and symptoms so you can find exactly what you are looking for regarding your pet’s health and behavior. You can also access helpful articles, as well as guides on everything from kitten care and nutrition, to preventive care and more.
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PetMD
PetMD is one of the biggest online resources for health and wellness advice for pet owners, including cat owners. The Cat Care Center of the site offers a host of articles on just about every topic you can think of, from how to create a safe environment for your kitty, to how to bond with your pet, perform first aid, and much more. There is also extensive information available on a wide array of feline breeds, feline nutrition, and A to Z diseases and conditions. Plus, the best part is that all of the articles are written and approved by a network of trustworthy vets.
Little Big Cat
Cat parents who are interested in learning more about holistic health for their pets can visit Little Big Cat, website created by Dr. Jean Hofve, a holistic vet, and feline behaviorist Jackson Galaxy from the hit TV series, My Cat from Hell. The site contains articles on a wide range of topics, so you can easily gain access to information specifically geared towards feline health, nutrition, and behavior.
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VCA Animal Hospitals
In addition to being a network of reputable veterinary hospitals, VCA Animal Hospitals has a website that provides free access to more than 1,500 articles related to pet health. You can find a lot of valuable information on feline health, including illnesses that affect cats. Plus, you can get helpful tips in other categories, such as nutrition, alternative therapies, behavior, and breeding, to name a few. If you ever want to know more about a particular feline ailment, this is definitely a great resource.
Cat-World
Cat-World is a website by cat lovers for cat lovers. You will easily find a lot of helpful information on everything from the behavior you should expect from a cat, to the essential products you should have on hand when introducing a cat to your family. There are also plenty of articles on a wide range of feline health issues, litter box problems, and other general cat care topics. The site even has cat breed profiles that can help you understand your kitty better based on her breed. Plus, there are forums on general cat care and feline behavior, so you can connect with fellow cat owners to ask them questions, get answers, and share advice.
There are many resources available online that can help guide you in providing your cat with the care that she deserves. If you have questions, you can always search through the sites listed above, in addition to consulting your veterinarian.
