There’s a special kitty holiday coming up! August 22nd is Take Your Cat To The Vet Day. Of course, we aren’t suggesting that all of our feline patients should come in that specific day. We’d be overflowing with kitties! While that would be an adorable problem to have, it could be a bit of a cat-astrophe. However, it’s important to keep up with your kitty’s veterinary care needs. In this article from Arapahoe Animal Hospital, … Read More
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Hairball Awareness Day
Did you know that April 27th is Hairball Awareness Day? We’re guessing probably not. This definitely isn’t the cutest kitty holiday: that honor would go to Hug Your Cat Day or Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day. However, hairballs are more than a yucky nuisance. They can actually be quite dangerous! In this article from Arapahoe Animal Hospital, your Boulder, CO vet, serving Louisville and surrounding areas, a local vet discusses hairballs. How Hairballs Form As … Read More
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5 Things That Annoy Cats
Is your kitty shy and quiet? Or do you have a bold, fearless feline? Just like people, cats all have their own unique purrsonalities. Some are cuddly and talkative, while others are more aloof. However, our feline friends do share some common opinions on certain things. In this article from Arapahoe Animal Hospital, your Boulder, CO vet clinic, serving Louisville and surrounding areas, a vet discusses Fluffy’s pet peeves. Water While there are a few … Read More
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National Cat Health Month
February is National Cat Health Month! Of course, keeping kitties healthy and purring is important to us all year long. Cats have a reputation for being rather self-sufficient, which is one reason they are such great pets. However, Fluffy’s independence can make it easy to overlook some crucial aspects of your cat’s care. In this article from Arapahoe Animal Hospital, your Boulder, CO vet, serving Louisville and surrounding areas, a local vet discusses keeping your … Read More
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Fun Facts About Fluffy’s Paws
Do you have a kitty? If so, there’s a good chance that your feline pal has you wrapped right around those cute little paws of hers. Although Fluffy’s furry feet are certainly adorable, those charming paws are also crucial tools for hunting and grooming. In this article from Arapahoe Animal Hospital, your Boulder, CO vet, serving Louisville and surrounding areas, a vet lists some things you may not have known about your pet’s paws. They … Read More
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Warning Signs That Your Cat is Sick
We probably don’t have to tell you that our feline friends are, well, a bit quirky. Kitties play by their own rules, and definitely keep us smiling with their cute habits and silly mannerisms. While most of Fluffy’s unique characteristics are quite adorable, one that is more serious is the fact that cats often hide signs of illness. You may not even notice your beloved pet isn’t feeling well until she’s very sick. Therefore, it’s … Read More
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Caring for a Senior Cat
Is your kitty entering her golden years? Our feline friends generally age gracefully, but you may need to make some minor adjustments to Fluffy’s care as she ages. Below, a local Boulder, CO veterinarian offers tips on caring for senior cats. Comfort Believe it or not, your cat may sleep even more in her senior years. Fluffy could nap up to 20 hours a day! While cats are generally pretty capable at finding napping spots, … Read More