http://www.simplycats.org/view/moses A list of Ask Dr. Moses articles. en http://www.simplycats.org/node/294 <p class="bluebox">Q. I heard that having a cat as a companion animal may lower your risk of having a heart attack or stroke--is this true?</p> <p class="graybox">A. Whether it's a frisky kitten or a tubby tabby, a cat at home could cut your heart attack risk by almost a third, a new study suggests.</p><p><a href="http://www.simplycats.org/node/294">read more</a></p> Dr. Moses Thu, 28 Feb 2008 18:07:59 -0500 adamswart 294 at http://www.simplycats.org http://www.simplycats.org/Declawing <p class="bluebox">Q. I just adopted a new kitten. When I brought it home, it scratched on my leather sofa all night long. What are the risks associated with declawing a cat? </p><p><a href="http://www.simplycats.org/Declawing">read more</a></p> Sat, 09 Feb 2008 16:10:56 -0500 adamswart 276 at http://www.simplycats.org http://www.simplycats.org/node/233 <p class="rosebox">Q. My cat recently came home after having surgery. The veterinarian told me that is was up to me to make sure that the incision heals properly. But how can you tell if the redness and swelling are part of a normal healing process or signs of trouble? </p><p><a href="http://www.simplycats.org/node/233">read more</a></p> Dr. Moses Wed, 02 Jan 2008 16:33:42 -0500 adamswart 233 at http://www.simplycats.org http://www.simplycats.org/node/181 <p class="bluebox">Q. Winter weather is just around the corner. I was wondering if there was anything specific I can do to keep my cat safe during the winter months. </p> <p class="rosebox">A. When the weather outside turns cold and snowy, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) reminds you to think about your pet's safety and recommends the following winter care tips to protect your companion animal: </p><p><a href="http://www.simplycats.org/node/181">read more</a></p> Wed, 14 Nov 2007 14:18:16 -0500 adamswart 181 at http://www.simplycats.org http://www.simplycats.org/node/117 <p class="bluebox">Q. My cat is three years old. I have had him since he was a kitten. Recently, he decided to stop using the litter box! Do you know what the problem might be? </p> <p>A. Many environmental factors could cause a change in your cat's litter box habits:<br /> -Have you changed the brand of cat litter?<br /> -Have you moved the location of the litter box?<br /> -Are new cats using the litter box? </p><p><a href="http://www.simplycats.org/node/117">read more</a></p> Tue, 16 Oct 2007 17:48:20 -0400 adamswart 117 at http://www.simplycats.org