The MP Blog — cat health

We all want to be great pet paw-rents. We feed our fur-babies the best food, provide them with safe and comfortable homes, encourage daily physical activity, and take them to the groomers. Another thing a good parent does: take pets to the veterinarian. Yes, you take them during emergencies but do you also take them for regular checkups? While you may not have an old or ill cat, you should still take them for routine appointments. Continue reading for how often to take your cats to the vet. Kittens If you've adopted a young kitten, make sure to schedule an...

You know it's true, most of us have put on a few pounds during quarantine from the lack of moving around. But it's not just us...our pets may have gained a few pounds too! Wakefield Research for Banfield Pet Hospital did a study of 1,000 pets and 33% of owners have reported that their pets have "beefed up" a little when surveyed in May. 25% reported they gained a little weight, with 8% reporting that their pets "gained a lot of weight". It's not just from lack of movement but 40% of the owners reported they are feeding their pets more snacks. This...