When two tiny kittens named Benny and Lydia ended up at Yolo County SPCA, it seemed like a typical rescue case.

The cat eats less, withdraws, or suddenly seems unusually calm. Sometimes vomiting occurs, sometimes not at all. Many pet owners initially misinterpret these changes. But behind these nonspecific ...

Hyperkeratosis most commonly affects middle-aged and older dogs. It occurs in all breeds but is most prevalent in basset ...

A rare condition means this cat will always look like a kitten. When a kitten named Schuster arrived at the Tails High rescue centre in the US, volunteers immediately noticed he was unusually small ...

As we look back on 2025, it’s important to remember all the ways our cats made life a little better for us. The times when ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2022. Q: Our senior cat is hyperthyroid. How common is hyperthyroidism, and ...

Hyperthyroidism is a common endocrine disorder in middle-aged to older cats, caused by excessive production of thyroid hormone from the thyroid gland. Classic symptoms include weight loss despite an ...

Hyperthyroidism can lead to a variety of changes, including face and neck swelling, thinning facial hair or bald patches, and discoloration. Hyperthyroidism, characterized by an overactive thyroid ...

Some people with hyperthyroidism use THC to alleviate symptoms like anxiety and insomnia. However, current research on THC’s effects on hyperthyroidism is limited and inconclusive.

Q: "Is an iodine-restricted diet more effective than a raw diet for hyperthyroidism? What supplements should my cat be taking to support hyperthyroidism?" A: A balanced raw diet will provide your cat ...