Posts in Category: Cat and Kitten Care

Pet ownership isn’t all cuddles and walks in the park. Being a responsible pet owner takes a little time and effort. Bowman Veterinary Hospital wants to know, do you know what it takes? Read on to learn if you’re a responsible pet owner. 

Welcoming a furry new bundle of joy into your household is a thrilling experience, and when it comes to picking the perfect name, the options are endless! Perhaps the color or length of your pet’s fur will serve as inspiration, like Hazel or Shaggy, or maybe your child’s favorite Disney character, like Bolt or Simba, will be the clear choice. If you’re feeling particularly creative, you could even try coining a playful pun using a famous moniker, like Bark Vader or Meowly Cyrus! 

If you’ve been a cat owner for any length of time, you’ve likely cleaned up your fair share of hairballs. For the most part, hairballs are harmless—if a bit uncomfortable for the cat and inconvenient for the owner. But before you brush aside any cat cough as “just another hairball,” it’s important to be aware that a coughing kitty may have a more serious medical condition that warrants attention. 

It never fails. In the middle of a late-night Netflix binge a blur of fur and floof races past you. You’re certain there must be a mouse in the house. Otherwise, why would your ordinarily nap-prone tabby suddenly tear through the house like her tail’s on fire?