If you have ever heard your cat make a dry, hacking sound, your first instinct was probably to wait for a hairball to appear. But what happens when nothing comes…
Finding a sudden bald patch or crusty spot on your favorite feline companion can easily trigger a wave of worry. If you are a cat owner in Leon County, you…
If your cat has started pooping outside the litter box, your first instinct may be to assume it’s behavioral - a protest, a phase, or possibly revenge for that vet…
If you've ever stepped on one in bare feet at 2 a.m., you already know: hairballs are just part of owning a cat. Cats groom themselves constantly (it's practically a…
Houseplants can brighten a home, improve indoor air quality, and add a touch of nature to your living space. However, if you share your home with a cat, it's important…
While grooming is a normal feline behavior, excessive grooming - also known as overgrooming - can be a sign that something isn't quite right. Many cat owners assume skin irritation…
As cats age, it's normal for some aspects of their health and behavior to change. However, one change that should never be ignored is unexplained weight loss. Many cat owners…
For years, FIP was the diagnosis no cat owner wanted to hear. That has changed - and most people still don't know it. If your cat has been diagnosed with…
At Paws & Claws Veterinary Hospital in Tallahassee, we frequently see "scooting" cases, especially during peak Florida allergy seasons when skin inflammation is at its highest. While the behavior can…
If your dog has been acting "off", perhaps lethargic one day and fine the next, it can be incredibly frustrating and sometimes difficult to make a diagnosis. One of the…