Posts Tagged ‘vaccines’

Dr. Jeff Grognet shared more insights into over-vaccination of our pets along with a closer look at vaccine programs. How long do vaccines last and why? Are there risks associated with vaccines? What are titers? How often should they be done? Why is the rabies vaccine pushed by all the vets? How do you approach […]

It’s not a big surprise to me why cat parents hate taking their cats for a vet visit.  Our precious kitties love routine, and anything that disrupts this can be quite upsetting.  I’m sure our cats enjoy going to the vet as much as we enjoy going to the dentist.  No thank you!  Nevertheless, it […]

  Back in January 2020 a very concerned cat mom, Sandy, reached out to me for help.  Their shy, sweet, engaging and playful kitty, Maggie, had become a withdrawn, grumpy, over-grooming, itchy and miserable mess.  Coupled with the loss of a bonded friend and the addition of a new kitten in the home, Maggie’s life […]

I’m seeing it more and more with cat clients I work with:  vaccines are resonating as stressors.  And this hurts my heart!  What cat parents need to know is that vaccines do not come without risk.  Serious, chronic diseases can develop as a result of vaccines, as well as immediate acute symptoms.  This is why […]

This time of year is always about new beginnings.  January 1st ushered in a new day, a new month, a new year, and a new decade.  I also learned in numerology that the year 2020 is a “4”, and 4 is about manifesting all that you hope and dream of.  If you’re a cat mom […]

Have you ever wondered why some cats have a tendency to develop illnesses or diseases more frequently than others?  Or why some cats live to be 20 years old when the average age may be around 15?  Genetics and environment can certainly play roles in these outcomes, but you can’t overlook the immune system.  Keeping […]

The Truth About Cat Illnesses It makes me so sad when I see posts from friends and strangers alike that their kitty has cancer, is going through toxic treatments, or worse, has passed away from a horrible disease or condition.  Having lost several animals over the years for various reasons, all the heartbreak and painful […]

I know the topic of annual vaccinations for pets can be very controversial, but I truly feel in my heart that apart from learning to read and understand pet food labels, getting the facts about vaccines and immunology is one of the most important things you can do.  It will help you decide, as your pet’s guardian, what truly is in his best interest.