Post-Surgery Care for Cats: Making Recovery Safe and Stress-Free You just picked up your cat from the clinic, and while you are relieved the procedure is over, seeing your pet groggy and fragile can be worrisome. You are probably wondering, “Am I doing this right?” or “How do I make sure they heal quickly?” Those [...]

Turning Fear Into Trust: The Power of Cooperative Care Training If your cat hides at the first sight of the carrier or stiffens during a veterinary visit, you’re not alone. Many cats react this way out of fear, not stubbornness. Cooperative care provides a kinder, more effective alternative- one built on trust, patience, and understanding. [...]

Spending Smart: How Preventive Care Saves Cat Owners Money and Heartache It’s easy to postpone a checkup when your cat looks perfectly healthy. But what you don’t see can become expensive later. Preventive care- vaccinations, parasite control, lab testing, and nutrition- doesn’t just protect your cat’s health. It protects your wallet. Detecting illness early or [...]

Choosing the Right Boarding Facility for Your Cat Cats are notoriously sensitive to change, which makes boarding a stressful thought for many owners. Not all facilities are created equal. Cats need quiet, separate spaces designed with their comfort in mind. At Just Cats Clinic in Reston, VA, our feline-only boarding combines AAHA-accredited medical oversight with [...]

Feline Hyperthyroidism Explained: Recognizing the Signs Early Is your senior cat eating more but losing weight? Do they pace at night or seem restless when they once slept soundly? These subtle changes may point to hyperthyroidism, one of the most common conditions in older cats. At Just Cats Clinic, our feline-focused team helps families recognize [...]

When Curiosity Turns Critical: What Happens if Your Cat Swallows Something Cats have a talent for getting into trouble, often in ways their owners never expect. One day it’s a missing hair tie, the next it's a ribbon from a gift bag, or a shiny piece of tinsel that was just too tempting. Sewing needles [...]

What Cat Owners Should Know About FIP: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Breakthrough Treatments Feline Infectious Peritonitis, better known as FIP, is one of the most misunderstood and emotionally charged diagnoses in feline medicine. At Just Cats Clinic in Reston, Virginia, we’ve helped many families navigate this difficult condition, and we believe that knowledge—not panic—is the best [...]

Understanding Feline Stomatitis: Causes, Care, and Long-Term Relief When your cat suddenly becomes reluctant to eat, drools excessively, or starts pawing at their mouth, it’s easy to assume it’s just a simple dental issue. But for some cats, those signs point to something much more painful and complex: feline stomatitis. At Just Cats Clinic in [...]

Traveling with your cat—whether you're moving across the country or heading out for vacation—requires more than a carrier and some treats. Proper planning, documentation, and veterinary preparation are essential to keeping your feline friend safe, comfortable, and compliant with travel regulations. At Just Cats Clinic in Reston, Virginia, we specialize in feline health and wellness. [...]

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV): What Cat Parents Should Know What Is FIV? A Clear Overview Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is a slow-acting retrovirus that affects a cat's immune system over time, similar to how HIV impacts humans. Although sometimes referred to as “feline AIDS,” it’s important to emphasize that FIV cannot be transmitted to people [...]