Cat Health
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How to clean your cat’s teeth at home: dental care tips for cats
Your cat’s dental health is just as important as your own. Without regular cleaning, your cat may develop dental disease. Read on to learn some easy ways to clean your cat’s teeth at home.
Petbarn Team
29 May 2026
Dental disease in cats: signs, causes, and treatment
80% of adult cats have dental disease. Learn about the common signs of dental disease in cats and what to do if you think your cat has dental disease.
Petbarn Team
29 May 2026
Does my cat have cat flu? Understanding, treating, and preventing cat flu
Feline Infectious Upper Respiratory Tract Disease, commonly referred to as ‘cat flu,’ refers to infectious diseases of the upper respiratory tract in cats. These contagious diseases, which are much like a cold or flu in humans, can result in both acute illness and long-term problems for your cat.
Rebecca Daly BVSc
20 June 2024
ALL Cat Health ARTICLES
Should I go to the emergency vet? Signs your pet needs emergency veterinary care
Emergency veterinary hospitals work on a triage basis, just like human hospitals, which means you may be waiting a long time if you take your pet to an after-hours clinic for something that is not a true emergency. But what is a true emergency, and what can wait until your regular veterinarian can see you? Read on to learn the signs of medical health emergencies in dogs and cats that warrant a visit to the emergency vet.
Signs of pain in cats every cat owner should know
People often think of cats as invincible due to their relaxed nature and ability to bounce back from injuries, illness and accidents. The signs of pain in cats can also be subtle and easily missed. Unfortunately, this results in many cats going without regular health checks and proper treatment for pain and discomfort.
How do I keep my cat quiet after surgery? Tips to help your cat recover post surgery
Most cats go through their life having at least one anaesthesic procedure. This may be for emergency surgery, routine desexing, dental procedures or lump removals. Regardless of the procedure performed, your cat will need to be kept safe and calm inside during their recovery period to ensure the smoothest recovery.
Can cats have paracetamol? Common household items that are toxic to cats
Cats are curious creatures, which means sometimes they get into things they shouldn’t. To be safe, you should put anything potentially dangerous out of your cat’s reach. Below is a list of some of the common household items that are toxic to cats.
Own a cat? Remove these plants from your household
There are many plants that are toxic to cats, and you might even already have some in your backyard. If you’re a cat owner (or about to become one), it is very important to always to check any plants that your cat could encounter in and around your home are safe.
