Dr Letrisa Miller

12/13/2023

We’re delighted that 1 in 3 cat owners tell us that theynowplay with their cat more regularly after seeing our Every Day campaign for ! 😻 Wand toys are a great option to play safely with cats of all ages and abilities. Playing with your cat strengthens your bond and provides an opportunity for exercise and stimulation to help maintain your cat’s physical and mental wellbeing.

Why not treat your cat to a special Christmas gift this season by giving them a wand toy and taking some time to play together? 🎁😸

Get some more tips 👉 https://icatcare.org/international-cat-day/

12/13/2023

Keep an eye on those pies!

Keep mince pies, chocolates and anything containing raisins or sweeteners well out of paws' reach to avoid an emergency trip to the vets over .

Take a look at other top festive hazards for pets 👉 https://ow.ly/bHeP50QhNmZ

12/13/2023

Did you know that December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month?

It's the perfect time to learn about the importance of providing your cat with toys. Not only do toys encourage exercise and cognitive enrichment, but they also strengthen the special bond you share with your furry friend. By motivating them to stalk, pounce, and problem solve, toys allow cats to engage in their natural behaviors. This is crucial in preventing consequences such as obesity and behavioral problems like destructive scratching and inappropriate elimination.

If you want to delve deeper into this topic and discover more about safe toys and gifts for your cat, check out the link below:
https://hubs.la/Q02cRwvg0

Remember, providing your cat with toys isn't just beneficial for their health, but it's also a great way to have fun and enjoy watching them in action!

12/13/2023

12/13/2023

Researchers at CSU College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences are seeking participants for a new study adding an immunotherapy compound to existing FIP treatment for cats diagnosed with or suspected to have wet FIP.

👉Click the link to read more about the study and qualifications for participation.
https://ow.ly/Fcov50Qevee

12/13/2023

We have been notified that a poisonous plant is being used as decoration in a pot plant that can be purchased in garden centres and possibly florists.

The pot plant is Livistona rotundifolia (footstool palm; also known as Saribus rotundifolius) and pots of these plants are decorated with three fibrous balls. The balls are the skeletonised fruit of Cerbera odollam (su***de tree, pong-pong). Within each fruit is a kernel that is extremely toxic; a single kernel can be fatal if eaten and poses a risk to both pets and people. The toxic compounds in Cerbera odollam are cardiac glycosides, which are also found in foxglove, oleander, lily of the valley and other plants.

If you have these fibrous fruits in your pot plant, remove them and dispose of them safely. It you are worried your pet may have eaten the plant material contact Animal PoisonLine (01202 509 000)or your vet immediately.

11/03/2023

Though cats with folded ears or flat faces may look adorable, these unique features often come with serious health problems, such as difficulty breathing or painful arthritis. Unfortunately, their popularity as pets is only increasing - influenced by their use in advertising and on social media.

iCatCare and our veterinary division International Society of Feline Medicine have created a letter in partnership with European veterinary associations FECAVA - Federation of European Companion Animal Veterinary Associations , Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) and UEVP, which urges all companies that feature cats in their marketing materials to pledge to avoid using flat-faced cats and other breeds with extreme features (such as folded ears) in advertisements.

At the end of the day, we all want to see healthy and happy cats, so if you spot a company promoting a breed with extreme features, please encourage them to change their standards by sending them our template letter available here: https://icatcare.org/catbreedsinadvertising/ ‎

You can also learn more about the health and welfare issues in pedigree cats at https://icatcare.org/our-campaigns/first-do-no-harm-breeding-of-pedigree-cats/

06/10/2023

04/19/2023

Tim Evans, a veterinary toxicologist with the MU CVM and Extension, cautions that Easter lilies transplanted to gardens can be deadly to cats.
https://cvm.missouri.edu/felines-and-some-flowers-not-a-purr-fect-mix/

01/19/2023

Kidney disease is common. Luckily, in my practice, we see mostly non-progressive kidney disease that rarely gets worse that IRIS stage 2 status.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the persistent loss of kidney function over time. Healthy kidneys perform many important functions, most notably filtering the blood and making urine, so problems with kidney function can result in a variety of health problems for a cat. Among the many different kidney diseases that may affect cats, CKD is the most common.

To learn more, visit our website here:
https://hubs.la/Q01yDN3r0

12/23/2022

Before surprising a loved one with a feline friend, DISCUSS the responsibilities with the recipient. A happy and healthy life for a cat starts with the 3 P's - Patience, Planning, and Preparation - and routine veterinary care.

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12/14/2022

The holiday season can be a stressful time of year for cats. Many common household objects pose a danger to cats, so please plan accordingly to keep your cat safe! Also, be aware that cats like the familiar, and the commotion of the holidays and new items or people in our homes could be stressful to your cat.

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12/14/2022

Dave the Cat is coming home!

The England team made friends with ‘Dave’ the cat at their hotel in Qatar, and he quickly became their unofficial mascot. They have been given permission to bring him back to the UK, to give him his forever home. 😻

Image: Instagram.