Have you ever thought about your cat’s heritage? Most of us probably never met our cat’s feline mom or dad, and we just don’t give it much thought. While some of our cat’s health conditions may be genetic, there’s a new thought coming mainstream that genetic expression can be controlled through nutrition and what they’re “not” exposed to.

One of my original veterinary heroes, Dr. Randy Wysong, is bringing suit against the major manufacturers of pet food. The claim: misleading consumers with eye catching labels that make it look like that kibble you’re buying is really healthy, expensive human grade food.

Updated 6/1/19 Can cats get acid reflux? Look at this cute face!  This is Tanisha, a Himalayan Persian who was diagnosed with acid reflux disease sometime after she turned ten years old.  Is acid reflux in cats a real thing?  Apparently so! I got an email from Debbie, Tanisha’s cat mom, a couple of weeks […]

Meet Dr. Falconer! If you are reading this post you’re probably already owned by a cat or two.  I realize that many of you probably are also owned by a dog…or two! I want to introduce to you a holistic veterinarian who lives outside of Austin, TX, named Dr. Will Falconer.  While he sees both […]

Now this might be really hard for many of you to swallow…and your first instinct may be to close your mind…and you may even get a little upset with me for saying it, but it’s time you know the truth! The pet food you purchase at the grocery store is not biologically appropriate for your pet to eat!

A couple of weekends ago I went to visit my aunt Bonnie and uncle Gary in Waco, TX. It had been awhile since I was last there, and we had so much to talk about!   I also had a cat agenda, too.  It was finally time for their resident feral kitty turned love bug, Major, […]

Did you know that people spend billions of dollars every year on their pets? You’re probably just nodding your head, acknowledging your portion of that contribution, right?! Since the holidays are snowballing our way, I thought it would be fun to give you the “Dear Santa” list on behalf of your cat!

The magical season of Christmas is upon us, bringing with it the hustle and bustle excitement of shopping, parties, gift-giving and spending time with family and friends. Many of us–myself included–struggle to find that perfect gift for cat-loving friends.

Natural herbal remedies for cats In the spirit of Halloween, I remember lots of fun times growing up as kids when my sister and I would enjoy trick or treating, watching scary movies, and indulging in our favorite sweets.  Images of witches stirring herbs into a boiling cauldron, creating potions and casting spells only add […]

Things always happen for a reason. Most of the time we are only able to discern the reason after events have happened, and we are looking back trying to make sense of it all. But sometimes, even though we may be looking for meaning, we can miss the message if our hearts and minds are truly not fully open to receive that message.