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My handsome boy Jasper is diabetic (and a host of other health concerns). I worry about playing with him because I read that the exercise affects blood sugar levels. He gets his insulin at 6am and 6pm - when is the best time of day for us to play without me putting him in danger?
posted by She Kisses Wyverns at 1:27 PM - 3 answers

We have a relative who has Parkinson’s disease, and also has cats. There’s no family history of Parkinson’s disease so they need to particularly avoid further exposure to pesticides. However, they also have pet cats. It’s obvious that people who hold and pet their cats do get some exposure to any of the spot-on treatments that are the mainstay of flea treatments these days. Are some of them safer than others? [more inside]
posted by metonym at 2:41 PM - 7 answers

I'm caring for a dog and am supposed to give him a cardiac med on an empty stomach every 12 hours. I f'd up and forgot to give it to him before eating. Can I give it to him on after he's eaten, or should I wait until tomorrow?
posted by swheatie at 6:51 PM - 5 answers

I can't find where the dog pee is, but I can sure smell it! Details inside. [more inside]
posted by cboggs at 8:46 PM - 5 answers

My elderly 20lb dog isn't supposed to go up or down stairs anymore. This means we need a ramp to place over the porch and back stairs, as not everyone in the household can lift him. I'm only finding ramps for cars or to get up on furniture. [more inside]
posted by wheatlets at 9:23 AM - 18 answers

I'm looking for some advice on what to do in this sad situation. [more inside]
posted by charlen at 12:25 PM - 26 answers

I'm getting a new roof. My dogs, unsurprisingly, have very loud, anguished opinions about what is happening. How long is it safe for me to keep a "Happy Hoodie" covering on them? [more inside]
posted by meese at 12:59 PM - 4 answers

I have called the vet - see below. Our cat ate a 1.75" bit of thread that just appeared out of nowhere. Is she likely to be okay? [more inside]
posted by Frowner at 11:10 AM - 16 answers

Dog companions: what's your monthly budget and cost breakdown for taking care of your furry friend? [more inside]
posted by rabia.elizabeth at 5:11 AM - 12 answers

Looking for suggestions on how to keep my cat from eating the neighbor cats' food. [more inside]
posted by The Ardship of Cambry at 11:50 AM - 5 answers

I've had cats my whole life, but had never seen this behavior before. Our Older Cat (4) is beloved by our newer, younger cat (2). Younger Cat ADORES Older Cat and seems to get jealous/FOMO whenever we pet the Older Cat -- but not for herself. If she sees us petting him, she will immediately run over to wherever we are and start grooming Older Cat herself. Almost as if to say "that's MY job." What's up with that? [more inside]
posted by egeanin at 11:14 AM - 4 answers

Title sums it up. [more inside]
posted by bookworm4125 at 5:53 PM - 5 answers

I have two carpet shampooers that, with enzymic cleaners, are great at removing cat pee stains in the middle of the room. When it is against the wall, they both struggle with sucking up the pee. Is there any solution for this problem? [more inside]
posted by bbqturtle at 7:15 AM - 6 answers

My sweet, rambunctious 3-4-year-old cat has ongoing digestive issues and fights my attempts to help her. What do I do? Detailed description of cat poop inside. [more inside]
posted by Amy93 at 6:21 PM - 8 answers

My cat Archie was diagnosed with stage 4 kidney failure about a month ago. With treatment, he's stabilized and some of his numbers have even slightly improved. We are struggling with the sub-q fluids though. [more inside]
posted by misanthropicsarah at 1:06 PM - 11 answers

Our ferocious cat (tax) loves to wrestle. However, she is very serious about it, and her front and back claws get involved as well as her teeth. Can you recommend a cat-proof gauntlet I can wear that will protect my hand and forearm while I give my cat a good loving workout?
posted by Winnie the Proust at 8:08 PM - 13 answers

Seeking nonfiction narrative of rail travel with a cat across the United States, heading east or west, in the 1880s. [more inside]
posted by xaryts at 8:05 AM - 3 answers

Our 3 year old cat has just come back from his first teeth cleaning appointment -- and they ended up removing 7 teeth! Poor kitty! We've been advised to try brushing his teeth. He probably will fight it tooth and nail. Any product recommendations to help with this? Also things like probiotics/water additives/food supplements/food brand recommendations that have worked for you around dental care? [more inside]
posted by egeanin at 3:38 PM - 9 answers

You may have seen my previous questions about my (now not so) sweet boy. He's been on prednisone for 2 months and he's really starting to have some personality changes that are pretty intolerable. [more inside]
posted by rhymedirective at 8:45 AM - 7 answers

My dog died last Saturday unexpectedly. I had to take him to a 24/7 Vet ER. They treated him like he was a person and I need to thank them though I don't know who they are. Help me. More inside. Warning - pet death talk. [more inside]
posted by Saucywench at 7:52 PM - 13 answers