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Pain, Pain Go Away —Managing Your Cat's Joint Health with Scruffy Paws
A great diet and exercise does wonders for cats too!
"I’m gonna feel this later" takes on a whole ne...
Comparison: Cosequin Vs Scruffy Paws Hip n Joint Vitalize
Did you know over 90% of cats over the age of 5 show signs of feline arthritis…
Yeh, let that sink in for a moment....
6 Ways of Making Life More Comfortable for your Arthritic Cat: Part 1
As many as 90% of cats over the age of twelve experience degenerative joint disease. Most cat owners are eventually...
What Causes Joint Problems and Arthritis In Cats?
If you’re one of those humans lucky enough to have a cat in your life, you’re probably familiar with those “moody ...
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Veterinary SurgeonDr Linda Simon MVB MRCVS is a locum veterinary surgeon who has worked in London for the past 8 years.
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Veterinary ConsultantDr. Ochoa professional interests include surgery and exotic animal medicine. She has done surgery on many different animals
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Veterinarian’s Guide to Cat Joint Health
Article at a glance
Cat joint health is an often under-appreciated aspect of feline health and many cats suffer in s...
Glucosamine and Chondroitin for Cats: Do these Joint Supplements really work?
Glucosamine and Chondroitin at a glance
Joint supplements are widely available and inexpensive. Many cats will benef...
Cat Arthritis: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatments
Article at a glance
Cat arthritis is incredibly common with over 90% of the senior population affected. Signs can...
What is Luxating Patella in Cats, and How to Treat it?
While the term ‘luxating patella’ sounds complicated, it is really just another way of saying a ‘dislocated kneecap’...
Hip Dysplasia in Cats: Signs, Treatment and Prevention
Article at a glance
Feline hip dysplasia is a progressive and chronic orthopaedic condition that affects cats of all...
Pain, Pain Go Away —Managing Your Cat's Joint Health with Scruffy Paws
A great diet and exercise does wonders for cats too!
"I’m gonna feel this later" takes on a whole ne...
All Hail King Henry and Scruffy Paws Hip 'n' Joint Vitalize drops!
All Hail King Henry, and Scruffy Paws!
Henry is king of his kitty castle, and he knows it. “I h...
6 Telltale Signs of Feline Joint Problems (Updated)
Until quite recently, joint problems were not frequently diagnosed or treated in cats. The generally accepted wisdo...
Comparison: Cosequin Vs Scruffy Paws Hip n Joint Vitalize
Did you know over 90% of cats over the age of 5 show signs of feline arthritis…
Yeh, let that sink in for a moment....
Medical Treatment Options | Arthritis in Cats
I’ve already shared some ideas about how to make an arthritic cat comfortable at home. So, let’s turn now to looki...
6 Ways of Making Life More Comfortable for your Arthritic Cat: Part 2
In this two part guide, we’re looking at six ways you can make a cat with arthritis more comfortable at home. If y...
6 Ways of Making Life More Comfortable for your Arthritic Cat: Part 1
As many as 90% of cats over the age of twelve experience degenerative joint disease. Most cat owners are eventually...
Osteoarthritis in Cats
Osteoarthritis is a fairly common degenerative joint condition in cats, especially among those felines which are a...
Cats and Joint Health Part 1: Ninjas of the Animal Kingdom
It’s easy to imagine our lithe, graceful cat companions are made of rubber. There seems to be no direction they ca...
Cats and Joint Health Part 2: Natural Instincts
In part One of this article, we looked at how frequent joint pain is, why it’s difficult to diagnose and treat and...
What Causes Joint Problems and Arthritis In Cats?
If you’re one of those humans lucky enough to have a cat in your life, you’re probably familiar with those “moody ...