Forest Hills Cat Hospital Blogs

How Can I Determine When My Pets Enter Their Senior Years? For those of us who are pet owners, it's vital to grasp the aging process that our furry companions undergo. Recognizing the point at which they enter their senior years enables us to provide the appropriate...

Unraveling the Mystery of an Itchy Pet: Identifying and Addressing Skin Discomfort in Cats and Dogs As pet owners, we adore our furry companions and strive to provide them with a healthy and happy life. However, it can be distressing to witness our beloved pets...

Guidelines to Assist Your Pets in Adapting to the Back-to-School Transition The onset of the back-to-school season heralds noteworthy alterations in the household dynamic, often impacting our cherished pets. As families revert to their regular routines, our furry...

The Science Behind a Cat’s Purr Historically, cats have been renowned for their extraordinary capacity to purr—a sound that has the magical ability to induce instant feelings of relaxation and contentment in us. However, have you ever contemplated the underlying...

Tackling Pet Anxiety: How to Help Your Furry Friend Overcome Stress As devoted pet owners, our beloved furry friends hold a significant place in our lives, and we are committed to offering them the highest level of care. However, it is disheartening to witness some...

Unveiling Potential Risks: Common Diseases Transmissible from Pets to Humans Zoonotic diseases are illnesses that can be passed from pets to people and are more common than you may think. Your pet may appear to be perfectly healthy, but they can be carrying a...

The Ultimate Guide: How to Welcome a New Cat into Your Home In honor of Adopt a Shelter Cat Month—which should be every month, in our opinion—our team wants to smooth the way for bringing a new cat into your home. Cats are sensitive creatures, and it can be stressful...

Signs That Your Pet's Limp Requires Urgent Attention Your pet’s lameness can usually wait until the next business day for veterinary care. However, certain conditions, plus limping, mean you need to head to your nearest emergency veterinary hospital right away....

How To Help Your Arthritic CatUnless they have a less-than-full food bowl, cats rarely complain, which can make determining that they are suffering from arthritis pain difficult. However, if your cat has been diagnosed with arthritis or seems to have trouble getting...

As the days brighten and become warmer, pets spend more time outdoors, which increases your pet’s risk for potential hazards. Keep your four-legged friend safe by staying aware of common springtime pet emergencies.  Insect bites and stings Inquisitive pets love to...