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Welcome to Ask The Cat Doctor! If you love cats and are looking for information about cat medicine, feline surgery, cat behavior, pet insurance comparison or cheapest pet insurance, or even something fun such as information about catnip plant history, you have come to the right place!

Hi, I'm Dr. Neely and if you would like to know my qualifications, click here. I built this website so I can help you and the cat you love by sharing my experience and education with you.

If it has anything to do with cats, I love to talk about it. I have a great interest in helping more cat owners know the signs of cat illnesses so early detection of feline diseases and better outcomes are possible.

I also have a big interest in promoting pet health insurance. The economy has taken a toll on the ability of many cat lovers to pay for proper cat medicine and cat care in general. By looking at our pet insurance comparison and contacting pet health insurance companies for a pet insurance quote, you can ensure that you will always be able to provide the best cat health care for your favorite feline.
"Hi, Dr. Neely, The cat that I wrote you about, Calvin (my 4-year old orange tabby), and I want to THANK YOU and your staff for so quickly responding to our question re: the spots on Calvin's nose. It is a relief to know there's nothing to worry about! We have (3) cats but Calvin is the baby and we tend to worry about the baby of the family!!! THANK YOU AGAIN! You are a wonderful resource! Jeri"
If you're eager to jump right to the cat information, CLICK HERE to go to our "Table of Contents" (site map) that lists the titles of the more than a thousand pages about cats located on this website. If you would like to know more about the website in general and all the different ways you can access information from us, read on!
"Hi, Dr. Neely, Thank you! And by the way, your response to the
lady who has a cat with thyroid problems and no money was
really helpful! You covered every possible corner!!
You’re a gem! I’m glad I know you." Sandi
There are a few things that set this website apart from others. Probably the greatest difference is that everything you read here is written by me, an expert in the field of cat medicines and surgery. There's nothing written by cat owners, vet assistants or technicians, journalists, or anyone else. Why is it a plus that all the information is written by me personally? I have both a veterinary doctorate degree and the personal experience of a long-time cat owner and lover. Elsewhere on the web, you may find your questions answered by a veterinary assistant or well-meaning cat owner. I have tremendous respect for both. However, when you're worried about your cat, you want the most experienced, knowledgeable answers.

Also, the fact that I have been a vet practicing exclusively feline health care for 18 years means I have treated many more cats than has a veterinarian with a traditional small animal practice. If you're looking for information about the cat, this is the place to find it.

"Hello, Thank you for all your help. It is great to have a website like this. I am very happy it was nothing serious. Thanks again," Nicole S.

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I have several different ways of providing the cat information
you're looking for.

(1) First of all, this website has over 1000 pages of cat-related content. There's an enormous amount of information about the cat here.

(2) The website also includes a question and answer form. It can only be found in one location on this site and that is on the page Ask The Cat Doctor. There you will find information about submitting a question directly to me. Follow the instructions that are found only on that page if you want to ask me a direct question.

(3) I also produce a Reality Video Series which covers many different subjects including a peak at some behind-the-scene events in my cat hospital, a look at what a typical day in the life of a cat doctor is like, discussions about many different cat medical and behavior problems, and answers to questions that have been sent in by readers. We post at least one new segment per week, most often more than that. The Reality Video Series segments can be found here on the website or also on YouTube on the channel, askthecatdoctor, at www.youtube.com/user/askthecatdoctor

(4) You can also follow me on Twitter.

(5) The Cat Dr's Blog gives you the ability to see a list of the 50 most recent additions to the website, as well as special blog entries about important cat topics, posted on a regular basis. Be sure and subscribe to the Blog while you're here.

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(6) You can also subscribe to my free newsletter, Mews From The Cat Doctor, so you will get additional cat information and you'll always be kept up-to-date on additions to the website and video series.

(7) There's more. We also have a free educational/social network FOR CAT LOVERS ONLY. It's somewhat like Facebook for cat lovers. Enjoy the photos below -- they were all submitted by members of FOR CAT LOVERS ONLY. Click on the link beneath the photos to visit the network and sign up. It's fun and it's free!!!

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"Thanks so much, You provide a great service," Ron

(8) We also have a unique shop for cat lovers called Great Gifts For Cat Lovers . There you will find many wonderful and unique gifts. Several different cat artists are featured, providing a variety of artwork, t-shirts, cat wall clocks, cat nesting dolls, figurines, cat jewelry, cat patches, Laurel Burch handbags, scarves, mugs, and shirts, collector's items by Jim Shore, and much more.

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In summary, you'll find just about anything you could want when it comes to cats at Ask The Cat Doctor. New information is added daily so there’s always a reason for you to return.

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ASK THE CAT DOCTOR
Ask The Cat Doctor is the section of the Ask The Cat Doctor website that offers you the opportunity to ask Dr. Neely a question via email, live chat, or telephone.

About Dr. Neely
About Dr. Neely reveals her professional passion for cats for 18 years and personal interest in cats her entire life. Ask The Cat Doctor, her website, includes a Q and A column.

TESTIMONIALS
Testimonials features real comments from real readers of AskTheCatDoctor. These are actual quotes from emails that readers have sent to Dr. Neely after having their question answered by her.

The Cat Doctor's Blog
The Cat Doctor's Blog keeps you apprised of additions to the AskTheCatDoctor website. The website includes cat information, cat art, cat lover's gifts, and much more. Subscribe Now.

Table of Contents
Table of Contents (sitemap) for AskTheCatDoctor.com showing titles of hundreds of pages about cats located on the website.

MEWS FROM THE CAT DOCTOR
MEWS FROM THE CAT DOCTOR is the free newsletter published by the ASK THE CAT DOCTOR web site. Anyone can subscribe by visiting AskTheCatDoctor.com. The newsletter covers various cat-related topics.

CAT HAIR LOSS
Cat Hair Loss can have many causes but by far the most common is from flea bite allergic dermatitis. Read this letter and the answer by cat expert, Dr. Shelby Neely so you can recognize the signs.

Cat Doors
Cat Doors are great for you AND your cat if your kitty is allowed outdoors. They can be closed when you want to keep your cat indoors, but open to allow your pet back in when he needs to return.

CATS HAIR LOSS
Are you worried about your Cats Hair Loss? It can be caused by many things, including Fleas on Cats, Ringworm, Feline Allergies, and more. Help your cat now by learning more....

Iams Cat Food
Iams Cat Food has been around for many years, and it's the food I've been feeding my cats for over 30 years.. Find out why!

Cat Urinary Tract Health
Cat Urinary Tract Health is one of the most talked about cat topics because the most common behavioral problem in cats is inappropriate urination, going "outside the box". There's help! .

FIV -- What A Positive Test Result Means For Your Cat
FIV, also known as Cat Aids, is one of several cat viruses that can be deadly for your cat. Learn how to protect your cat, how the virus is diagnosed, and what to do if your kitty has the virus.

The Catnip Plant
The Catnip Plant

PET INSURANCE CATS: How To Compare Pet Insurance
Pet Insurance Cats will show you why you MUST have pet insurance for your cat. Read why cat health insurance is no longer an option, but a necessity. Learn To Compare Pet Insurance Policies Now!

The Truth About Feline Allergies
Feline Allergies are often misunderstood. Cat allergies are most commonly associated with skin problems, not sneezing and red eyes. Learn More!

FRONTLINE CAT
Other products have come along, many of them have come and gone. However, a Frontline Cat is still my first defense against cat fleas and ticks. Learn why Frontline Plus for Cats is the Cat's Meow!

OUTDOOR CAT ENCLOSURES
Outdoor Cat Enclosures became an obsession of mine many years ago when I made the transition from letting my cats go outside to keeping them indoors all the time.

HOUSE CATS
House cats focuses mainly on the day to day lives of cats that always live indoors. They have different social, psychological, and physical issues than outdoor cats. Dr. Neely discusses a real case.

CAT INJURY
CAT INJURY is a subject that covers many different body part and many different modes of injury. This section written by cat expert, Dr. Shelby Neely, covers cat lameness, cat wounds, much more.

CAT FIGHT
Cat Fight looks at the real-life tension, stress, and fights that sometimes arise between a new cat and the resident cats or between two long-term resident cats in the same household.

Pregnant Cat Symptoms
Pregnant Cat Symptoms covers many aspects of feline health care for pregnant cats including the symptoms of pregnancy, but also the birthing process and care of mommy and care of newborn kittens.

FELINE PREGNANCY
Feline Pregnancy

PREGNANT CAT
Pregnant Cat

Automatic Cat Litter Box - Is It Right For You?
Is an Automatic Cat Litter Box right for you? Cleaning up the smelly messes that your cat leaves for you is probably the last thing you want to go home to at night. Learn More!

CAT CARE
CAT CARE is an extremely important section of this website. It discusses the day to day care needed by almost all cats, and points cat owners toward the products needed to provide that care,

CAT DIET
Selecting the right cat diet is the subject of many questions I receive. It's amazing how many different theories there are and how much confusion exists over the correct feeding of cats and kittens.

Cat Vaccines
Cat Vaccines covers the various vaccines recommended for cats including rabies, leukemia, and FVRCP. Question and Answer section is included. Written by Dr. Shelby Neely, cat doctor for over 18 years

Symptoms of Cat Illnesses
Cat Illnesses can be as diverse and as complicated as that of people. Learn about the most common feline illnesses symptoms so you know when to call your veterinarian!

Feline Illnesses Symptoms
Feline Illnesses Symptoms can be similar for some diseases. Drinking more, urinating more, eating more, and losing weight are the signs of at least 5 conditions. This can make diagnosis difficult.

Cat Symptoms: Ask A Veterinarian What They Mean
The same Cat Symptoms can occur with several different cat illnesses. Read this letter from a reader who wants to know what his cat problems meant.

CAT HEALTH PROBLEMS
There are many cat health problems. Most cat owners do not know enough about them to recognize when their beloved kitty has a problem that needs attention. Cat expert, Dr. Shelby Neely, can help.

FIP
I painfully learned about FIP, feline infectious peritonitis, long before I became a veterinarian. In fact, this deadly disease may be the reason that I ended up becoming a feline veterinarian.

Is Cat Vomiting Worrying You?
Cat Vomiting is a discussion by cat expert Dr. Neely about the causes, symptoms, diagnostic tools, and treatment of vomiting in cats. Includes questions and answers.

Feline Eye Problems
Feline Eye Problems come in many different forms.Many cats get blocked tear ducts, as illustrated by this reader question and answer from Dr. Neely.

Cat Health Eyes
Cat Health Eyes discusses the various causes of eye problems of cats including trauma, genetic disorders, infection, inflammation, cancer and more. Keep your cat's eyes healthy. Read important info!

CAT DIARRHEA
CAT DIARRHEA is one of the most frequent presenting signs of cats taken in to the vet. Dr. Neely discusses the symptoms, causes, diagnostics, and treatment for feline diarrhea.

CATS DIARRHEA
Cats Diarrhea is Dr. Neely's most recent response to the letter received that has had the most comments ever on her website. Have you ever seen this condition in your cat? Comments welcome.

CAT SCRATCH FEVER
Cat scratch fever is a bacterial disease that people can contract from a cat scratch. There are many misconceptions about it and enormous fear of the disease and cats has been unnecessarily created.

DECLAWING CATS
DECLAWING CATS explains exactly what goes on during a declaw surgery, age to declaw a cat, and discusses why you should not declaw your kitty. Written by cat expert, Dr. Shelby Neely.

Feline Inflammatory Bowel Disease - The Role of Diet
Feline Inflammatory Bowel Disease can be a devastating disease if left untreated. Learn about the signs and some treatment options, especially the role of diet, from cat expert, Dr. Shelby Neely.

Feline Anal Glands
Feline Anal Glands are often an unknown anatomical part of the cat's body to their human caretakers. Potential problems include impaction which can lead to infection and even abscess and rupture.

Cat Poisoning
Cat Poisoning from lilies can have dire consequences. All cat owners should be aware of the potential seriousness of lily ingestion by their cats and take appropriate precautions.

CAT HEART
CAT HEART is about the symptoms of heart disease in cats and how those symptoms can indicate conditions other than heart disease. Includes questions and answers by Dr. Shelby Neely, cat expert.

Cat Diabetes
Cat Diabetes is a rather common condition of cats. All cat owners need to be aware of the symptoms. Early diagnosis and treatment can help diabetic cats lead a normal life.

CAT INSULIN
Cat Insulin is the response of cat expert Dr. Neely to a question about insulin failure in a cat. Types of insulin and reasons for lack of response are included.

Feline Gum Disease
Dental care is as important for cats as it is for people. Feline Gum Disease can lead to serious disease in many organs in the body including the kidneys, liver and heart.

Cancer in Cats
The earlier cancer in cats is diagnosed, the better the chances of treatment and an improved prognosis. Learn early warning signs of feline cancer.

Cat Zoonotic Diseases
There are diseases that can be transmitted between humans and animals. Read this discussion of cat zoonotic diseases by Dr. Neely, an experienced cat doctor and cat lover

CAT HEALTH QUESTIONS
CAT HEALTH QUESTIONS is a collection of the most frequently asked questions about cats answered by cat expert, Dr. Shelby Neely. These are actual questions received from real cat owners.

TAKING CARE OF KITTENS
Taking Care of Kittens is simple if Mother Cat is able to and does her job well, but that is not always the case.There are things that you, as human Mom, need to monitor to keep all safe and healthy.

Newborn Kitten Care
Newborn Kitten Care can be both one of the most exciting experiences you've ever had and one of the most devastating. Learn why and how to do it right!

Weaning Kittens
Weaning Kittens is a fairly easy process, but must be done correctly for the health of the kittens AND their Mom. Follow these simple steps and your care of kittens will aid in good health for them.

Elderly Cat Health Problems
Elderly Cat Health Problems include some differences from those of younger cats and can present in many different ways.

Feline Hyperthyroid Disease - Does Your Cat Have It?
Does your cat have feline hyperthyroid disease? Read this fascinating question from a loving cat owner to Dr. Shelby Neely, cat expert. Learn the signs of this very treatable disease!

Cat Medicine - Treating Feline Hyperthyroidism
Cat medicine is one of the ways to treat feline hyperthyroidism, but unless it is diagnosed very early, other problems can arise. Learn more about this treatable disease so you can catch it early!

Treating Feline Hyperthyroidism
Feline hyperthyroidism is a common disease of older cats. It is fairly easy to treat if detected early, but can be fatal if left untreated. There are several methods of treatment. Learn Now!

Feline Kidney Disease
The earliest sign of feline kidney disease is a decrease in the specific gravity (concentration) of the urine. That will occur before creatinine and/or BUN becomes elevated.

Cat Behavior
Cat Behavior is a fascinating, but sometimes frustrating topic. Cat Expert, Dr. Neely, discusses all types of cat behavior and gives interesting examples of actual cases.

LITTER BOX PROBLEMS
Litter box problems are the number one behavioral problem of cats. More cats are euthanized each year from this than from anything else. Dr. Neely advises what to do if your cat has this problem.

Cat Elimination Problems
Cat Elimination Problems are their most frequent behavioral problems. Urinating or defecating outside the box frustrates many cat owners. Dr. Shelby Neely has decades of experience with this problem

LITTER TRAINING
Litter Training describes the popular E-book by cat expert, Dr, Shelby Neely, called "FROM RUGS TO HUGS: Retraining Your Cat To Think INSIDE the Box." Cat Urine Outside The Box Can Be Resolved.

FUNNY CAT VIDEOS
Funny Cat Videos is just what the name implies - a collection of short video clips featuring cats doing funny things. Cat lovers really enjoy laughing at cat antics and this collection is purrfect!

Pretzel Cat - Funny Cat Videos
Pretzel Cat

Cat Pictures
Cat Pictures is an enticing section of ASK THE CAT DOCTOR featuring a unique slide show of cats around the world. Watch this beautiful show and send in your own pictures to be added!

CAT ART
CAT ART is a gallery of cat fine art prints, cat photos, cat pictures, cat posters, cat giclee prints, and more. Enjoy browsing or purchase your favorite. Includes a very enjoyable cat slide show

Cat Photo Contest
Cat Photo Contest sponsored by AskTheCatDoctor.com is accepting submissions of cat photos with captions until July 10, 2010. Submit your photos here. Great fun and prizes!

Cat Photo Contest Winners
The cat photo contest winners have been announced!

CAT SOUNDS
Cat sounds discusses everything from the ordinary purrs and meows of cats to the louder "talking" of Siamese cats. A look into the ideas of what certain cat sounds mean, how they differ from breed to

CAT LOVER GIFTS
CAT LOVER GIFTS, the most delightful cat gift shop on the web, specializes in gifts created from cat artists, including Laurel Burch bags, jewelry, tees, scarves ...Jim Shore, Nesting Dolls, more...

For Cat Lovers Only
For Cat Lovers Only, a social/educational network for cat lovers

Reality Video Series
Reality Video Series about cats produced by the www.askthecatdoctor.com website. Information provided by Dr. Shelby Neely, cat expert. Includes live cases about medicine and surgery and much more.

Cat Case Presentations
Cat Case Presentations takes you behind the scenes as Dr. Neely shares real cat patient cases. Learn diseases, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and more.

Cats In The News
Cats in the News lets you view headlines from the very latest cat news stories around the world and select stories to read

THE CAT HOSPITAL OF BRYN MAWR
The Cat Hospital Of Bryn Mawr is a complete veterinary hospital exclusively for cats. Services include examination, internal medicine, surgery, boarding, grooming, lab, ultrasound, radiology, BP.....

CAT MEMORIALS
Cat Memorials

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