Summer fun is just around the corner! When the temperatures start going up, it’s important to keep your pets safe from the heat. While we typically hear more about dog summer safety, cats are at risk for overheating and dehydration as well. This week, we’ll share some tips and ideas to keep your cat safe [...]

There’s something so entrancing about cat eyes – the color and depth just draws us in every time. This month, we’ll take a look at different eye issues and how to help keep your kitty’s eyes healthy. Cats can suffer from many of the same eye issues that affect us like bacterial infections or viruses. [...]

Every month the Companion Animal Parasite Council puts out a list of the top ten cities in the United States that show a significant increase in positive heartworm tests. This February, our very own Alexandria, Virginia was #2!! That means that in the dead of winter, mosquitos in our area are still active. The only [...]

What are essential oils exactly? In recent years, essential oils have gotten more attention and become trendy for their versatile uses. Basically, essential oils are concentrated extracts from plants and can be used for everything from aromatherapy and healing to insecticides. What makes them dangerous to cats and other pets? While safe for people, essential [...]

It may seem innocent to let your cat have some of your pizza or sandwich, but just like with your canine companions, many table foods are actually dangerous for your cat. This week we’ll talk about what’ s toxic and what’s safe to share Onions, Garlic, Shallots, and Scallions These tasty treats are definitely one [...]

It’s no secret that home renovations and projects can be stressful for everyone involved, but there’s a way to keep your pets safe and keep your own sanity during the process. Determine the scope of the project in terms of length to completion and space needed. Knowing this up front, and probably best to add [...]

Is your cat itching and scratching? It could be something in their environment and understanding what exactly your cat is allergic to can help you limit their exposure and improve their quality of life. What is an allergy? An allergy means that your cat’s immune system has become more sensitive to certain everyday substances and, [...]

Last month we discussed what the complete blood count or CBC reveals about your cat’s overall health. This month we’ll discuss the second component of standard lab work called the chemistry panel. The chemistry panel primarily screens organ function and can let us know early signs of disease processes allowing intervention and prevention. Running preventive [...]

At Just Cats Clinic, we believe that medicine should be preventive and proactive instead of emergency and reactive. There are 3 major parts to our preventive care plan – routine examinations, lab work, and client education. Lab work tells a lot about how the body is functioning together and how each component is functioning on [...]