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From Our Inbox: Questions from Cat Parents

In this episode ofย Tails of Truth, Dr. Angie Krause and JoJo answer listener questions all about cats. They discuss managing chronic conditions like asthma, IBD, and hyperesthesia, dive into flea and tapeworm control, and share advice on reintroducing cats after conflicts. They also cover tricky issues like recurring cysts, feline acne, and over-groomingโ€”exploring both physical and mental causes. Rounding out the conversation, they offer practical guidance on outdoor access, cat behavior, and helping pet parents get a good nightโ€™s sleep. With warmth and honesty, Dr. Angie and JoJo emphasize a holistic, individualized approach to feline health and behavior.

Key Takeaways

  • Hyperesthesiaย can improve with CBD, body work, and sometimes Gabapentin.
  • Steroidsย remain an important tool for managing asthma and IBD in cats.
  • Tapeworms always mean fleasโ€”prevention is key, and safe treatments are available.
  • Reintroducing catsย after a conflict can be challenging and may require a behavior expert.
  • Recurring cystsย may require surgical removal, otherwise โ€œlet it be.โ€
  • Over-groomingย can be medical, behavioral, or pain-related; Prozac can sometimes help.
  • Outdoor accessย needs boundariesโ€”catios or adjusting routines can help preserve sleep.
  • Holistic careย and individualized veterinary advice can make a big difference in feline well-being.

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  • โ€œIf there are tapeworms, there are fleas.โ€ ~Dr. Angie

  • โ€œI release you.โ€ (on leaving a benign cyst alone) ~ Dr. Angie

  • โ€œCatios are the answer to everything.โ€ ~Dr. Angieย 

  • ย โ€œDid I create a monster?โ€ (on outdoor bathroom habits) ~JoJo

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