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Cat Health & Medical Care

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March 8, 2025
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Beth Dokolasa
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Choosing Pet Insurance: A Guide for Cat Owners

Choosing the right pet insurance can help you manage unexpected vet bills and keep your cat healthy. Learn how to compare policies, coverage options, costs, and exclusions to find the best fit for you and your feline friend.
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cat receiving spay/neuter procedure
February 14, 2025
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Beth Dokolasa
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The Importance of Spaying and Neutering Cats

Ensure a healthier future for Colorado’s cats! Spaying and neutering reduce overpopulation, improve feline health, and benefit communities. Learn about Colorado’s laws, TNR programs, and how Cat Care Society supports this vital cause. Take action today!
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a cat scratches itself with text overlay that says "A guide to allergies in cats"
September 6, 2024
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Beth Dokolasa
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A Guide to Cat Allergies: Symptoms, Solutions & The Shelter Approach

Is your cat scratching too much? Allergies could be the culprit! Learn the single most common symptom, types of allergies and how to take care of your itchy kitty.
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July 29, 2024
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Beth Dokolasa
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Cat Claw 101: A Guide to Trimming Kitty Nails

Discover the secrets to stress-free nail trimming for your feline friend and learn how to make this essential grooming task a breeze for both you and your cat. Plus, we’ve got bonus tips for dealing with nails that would make even Freddy Krueger jealous. Your furniture will thank you!
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April 29, 2024
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Beth Dokolasa
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Understanding Kidney Disease in Cats

One of the most common diseases in older cats, learn why kidney disease is so prevalent, how to detect it early and manage the condition post-diagnosis.
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a tabby cat lays on a perch in a cat shelter
February 1, 2024
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Beth Dokolasa
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Conquering Panleuk: A Tale of Hope and Survival for Shelter Cats

In the realm of feline health, panleukopenia, commonly known as panleuk, has long been a significant health challenge, especially for young kittens and unvaccinated cats. As a highly contagious and often fatal disease, panleuk can rapidly devastate entire cat shelters. Fortunately, here at Cat Care ...
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a black and white cat lays on a couch with text over that says "FeLV in cats: what you need to know"
November 21, 2023
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Amanda Huggett
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FeLV in Cats: What You Need to Know

Looking for information on FIV? Read our companion blog post here! A feline leukemia virus, also known as FeLV, diagnosis used to be a literal death sentence for a cat. Even just 10 years ago, many shelters required euthanasia for all cats that tested positive for it. Now, we know that cats can l...
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A cat lays down with its eyes closed
November 1, 2023
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Amanda Huggett
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FIV in Cats: What You Need to Know

What is FIV, exactly, and how does it affect cats? Dig into what Feline Immunodeficiency Virus means for your furry friend here. (Spoiler: It’s not as serious as you may think!)
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a white and tiger tabby cat sits on a table with a vet holding a vaccine in front
September 19, 2023
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Beth Dokolasa
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The Rabies Vaccine for Cats: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

September 28 is World Rabies Day, serving as an important reminder that although rabies is 100% fatal, it is also 100% preventable through proper administration of the rabies vaccine. What is Rabies? Rabies is a viral disease most often transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal. The rabie...
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May 16, 2023
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Amanda Huggett
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Caring for a Cat with Diabetes: It’s Easier Than You Think

By Amanda Huggett and Jillian Rosile, junior board members Many families looking to adopt a new cat often pick young, healthy companions. While some may worry about the cost, time commitment, or prognosis of a cat with a chronic health condition, we’re here to tell you to think twice. Cat Care So...
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cat receiving medical exam
March 8, 2025
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Beth Dokolasa
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Choosing Pet Insurance: A Guide for Cat Owners

Choosing the right pet insurance can help you manage unexpected vet bills and keep your cat healthy. Learn how to compare policies, coverage options, costs, and exclusions to find the best fit for you and your feline friend.
Read More
cat receiving spay/neuter procedure
February 14, 2025
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Beth Dokolasa
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The Importance of Spaying and Neutering Cats

Ensure a healthier future for Colorado’s cats! Spaying and neutering reduce overpopulation, improve feline health, and benefit communities. Learn about Colorado’s laws, TNR programs, and how Cat Care Society supports this vital cause. Take action today!
Read More
two cats cuddling
December 28, 2024
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Beth Dokolasa
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PACFA Explained: How the Pet Animal Care Facilities Act (PACFA) Raises the Bar for Colorado’s Pet Care

Introduction In Colorado, caring for animals isn’t just a calling—it’s a fundamental responsibility governed by the Pet Animal Care Facilities Act (PACFA). Established in 1994, this program protects the health, safety, and welfare of animals in pet care facilities while also protecting consumers who...
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black and white cat on human's lap
December 19, 2024
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Beth Dokolasa
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How Cats Boost Our Health and Happiness in Winter and Beyond

Winter, with its short days and chilly weather, often confines us indoors, making it the perfect season to enjoy the warmth and company of a cat. A field of study known as zooeyia (pronounced zoo-AY-uh) explores the positive impact of human-animal interactions on health, including physical, mental a...
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tri-color cat
October 7, 2024
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Beth Dokolasa
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Tri-color Cats: Tortoiseshell, Calico, and Everything In Between!

Introduction With Halloween approaching, it’s the perfect time to spotlight a particular type of cat—and no, we’re not talking about black cats! Instead, we’re focusing on tri-color cats, whose coats feature a mix of black, orange, and white in varying patterns and ratios. While “tri-color” and “cal...
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before picture of cat wrapped in towel upset and after picture of cat cuddling with adopter
September 25, 2024
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EC Michaels
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Grumpy Cat, Happy Ending: Scrunkly’s Story

From his tough exterior to his numerous medical conditions, Scrunkly’s journey has been anything but ordinary. But with a bit of patience and a lot of love, he’s proof that every cat deserves a chance and has a home.
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a cat scratches itself with text overlay that says "A guide to allergies in cats"
September 6, 2024
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Beth Dokolasa
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A Guide to Cat Allergies: Symptoms, Solutions & The Shelter Approach

Is your cat scratching too much? Allergies could be the culprit! Learn the single most common symptom, types of allergies and how to take care of your itchy kitty.
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September 1, 2024
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Amanda Huggett
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How Workplace Giving Supports Our Feline Friends

Unlock the power in your paycheck while doing good! Discover how workplace giving can make a real difference for the non-profits you love. CCS partners with Community Shares for workplace giving; if your employer offers a workplace giving program, you can designate CCS as the recipient for your dona...
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August 9, 2024
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EC Michaels
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Blast from the Past: A Look at Cat Care Society’s History

Ever wonder how Cat Care Society came to be? This is our origin story - from humble beginnings in 1981 to today, walk through our key moments leading up to who we are today.
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July 29, 2024
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Beth Dokolasa
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Cat Claw 101: A Guide to Trimming Kitty Nails

Discover the secrets to stress-free nail trimming for your feline friend and learn how to make this essential grooming task a breeze for both you and your cat. Plus, we’ve got bonus tips for dealing with nails that would make even Freddy Krueger jealous. Your furniture will thank you!
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