Posts in Category: Pet Health & Wellness

Almost every cat owner is familiar with the hacking and gagging noises cats make (usually at 2 am) as they prepare to cough up a hairball. If you groan when you hear this and wonder if  anything can be done about it, True Care Veterinary Hospital has good news for you!

But are you ready to tackle the hairy situation that is hairballs in cats? 

How Do Hairballs Happen? 

Cats are consummate groomers that work hard to keep their coats immaculate. While grooming themselves with their sharp tongues, cats ingest hair that has been shed. Fur cannot be broken down by the digestive tract, and if it doesn’t pass through, it can collect in the intestine.

Although this hair typically passes through the digestive tract and is excreted in the stool, sometimes it may remain in the stomach and gradually accumulate into a wet clump – the hairball. 

Have you been thinking of getting more exercise? Any time of year is a great time to embark on an exercise regime. And with over 50% of pets in the United States overweight or obese, why not take the opportunity to bring your pet along with you?

Exercising with your pet can be lots of fun, but there are a few do’s and don’ts to be aware of. With some basic preparation and a little awareness, you can make exercising fun for your pet and improve his health and longevity.