
Stay in-the-know with all the latest health news for your cat. Healthy Paws offers a variety of resources to keep your cat happy and healthy.

Stay in-the-know with all the latest health news for your cat. Healthy Paws offers a variety of resources to keep your cat happy and healthy.
How Long Do Cats Live?
March 24th, 2021 by Stacy PainterYou’re well aware that bringing a young kitty into your life is a long-term commitment, but you may be wondering: how long do cats live? Of course the answer will vary, but a cat’s lifespan is affected by a number of factors, including overall health and whether they stay indoors at all times or get… Read More
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How Long Do Cats Live?
03/24/2021 by Stacy PainterYou’re well aware that bringing a young kitty into your life is a long-term commitment, but you may be wondering: how long do cats live? Of course the answer will vary, but a cat’s lifespan is affected by a number of factors, including overall health and whether they stay indoors at all times or get… Read More
March 24th, 2021 by Stacy Painter -
6 Most Common Health Problems in Cats
03/03/2021 by Stacy PainterJust like humans, cats might experience an unexpected health issue during the course of their lives. As a loving cat parent, you can help your cat live his best life by making sure he stays healthy and happy. By educating yourself on the most common medical problems, you’ll be equipped to avoid preventable conditions, as… Read More
March 3rd, 2021 by Stacy Painter -
5 Diseases that Commonly Affect Kittens
11/20/2020 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVMKittens are adorable little bundles of cuteness and joy that come with a lot of responsibility. Part of that responsibility is staying on top of your kitten’s health. Because kittens don’t have fully-developed immune systems, they are especially susceptible to various diseases that can cause serious illness if left untreated. Let’s go through some of… Read More
November 20th, 2020 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM -
Protect Your Pet from Wildfire Smoke
09/11/2020 by Christy TrueMuch of the West Coast is on fire and that has resulted in smoky conditions and unhealthy air in many cities and communities. Just as people need to protect themselves from hazardous air pollution, pets need special care as well. The historically devastating fires – in California, Oregon, and Washington – were still spreading rapidly… Read More
September 11th, 2020 by Christy True -
Smart Cat Litter Promises Early Detection of Health Issues
08/20/2020 by Christy TrueImagine being able to tell if your cat might have a urinary tract infection (UTI) or bladder issue by simply looking at her litter after she takes care of business. That’s the claim of a new kind of kitty litter garnering a lot of buzz in recent months. PrettyLitter is a silica gel crystal-based litter… Read More
August 20th, 2020 by Christy True -
DIY: Homemade Cat Toothpaste
07/20/2020 by Christy TrueKey Takeaways Caring for your cat’s teeth is as essential as other preventative care and will keep your pet from developing related health conditions. Regularly brushing your cat’s teeth is key to their oral health. You can save money and trips to the store by making your own cat toothpaste, with just a few ingredients… Read More
July 20th, 2020 by Christy True -
A Tiger and a Cat Contracted COVID-19: Don’t Panic, Your Cat is Going to Be Fine
04/10/2020 by Christy TrueMany pet parents responded with concern when it was reported this week that a tiger at the Bronx Zoo had tested positive for the novel coronavirus or COVID-19. If a tiger can catch it, what about our household pets, they wondered? And could I catch coronavirus from my pet? Nadia, a 4-year-old Malayan tiger, is… Read More
April 10th, 2020 by Christy True -
Lilies Are Deadly to Cats
04/07/2020 by Christy TrueView or download a PDF of this infographic. When it comes to our pets, some plants are more toxic than others. Lilies are one type of plant that is downright toxic to cats and should be kept well out of reach or out of the home altogether. Curious kitties that may try a little nibble… Read More
April 7th, 2020 by Christy True -
Curiosity Almost Killed the Cat Blue
03/31/2020 by Christy TrueDiagnosis: Lily poisoning Vet bill: $3,244 | Healthy Paws covered: $2,345 Coverage: 80 percent | $250 deductible Blue, a one-year-old Siberian Forest Cat, is one curious cat, says his pet parent Missy. He’s also affectionate and sweet. Missy is aware of things that are harmful or poisonous to cats since there are two in the… Read More
March 31st, 2020 by Christy True -
Coronavirus in Cats: How it’s Different from COVID-19
03/17/2020 by Sarah Wallace DVMUpdated April 30, 2020: As the COVID-19 pandemic information changes and evolves, we are committed to being a source of the most up-to-date information for you, our concerned pet parents. Since this article was published discussing the differences between coronaviruses that are commonly seen in cats and the human COVID-19 virus, some new information has… Read More
March 17th, 2020 by Sarah Wallace DVM -
Cat Pneumonia: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
03/12/2020 by Brittany Kleszynski, DVMYoung and immunocompromised cats are commonly affected by pneumonia, which can lead to respiratory difficulty and low oxygenation of the blood. Pneumonia is an inflammatory disease that damages the functional tissue of the lung known as the parenchyma. This tissue is responsible for effective gas exchange when healthy cats breathe. However, with pneumonia, the lungs… Read More
March 12th, 2020 by Brittany Kleszynski, DVM -
Cat Asthma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
03/05/2020 by Sarah Wallace DVMCat (feline) asthma is the more common name for feline bronchitis. Bronchitis (bronk-eye-tis) is an inflammation of the bronchi and bronchioles in the lungs. Bronchi (bronk-eye) and bronchioles (bron-key-oles) are the tubes that allow air to move down into the lungs when your cat inhales (takes a breath in) and allows air back out of… Read More
March 5th, 2020 by Sarah Wallace DVM