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    Why Do Cats Have a Third Eyelid?

    The third eyelid functions as a shield for a cat's cornea. If your cat’s third eyelid stays present, visit the vet...
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    Why a Clean Litter Box Is Essential To Good Cat Health

    Dr. Justine Lee explains why a clean litter box helps minimize Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) and the...
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  3. Bengal cat lying on multi-colored couch cushion

    Kidney Stones in Cats: How To Care For Your Cat

    Dr. Justine Lee discusses symptoms and treatment of kidney stones in cats, ureteroliths, bladder stones in cats...
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  4. Toddler playing with Siamese cat outside

    Ask The Vet: Indoor vs Outdoor Cats

    Dr. Justine Lee gives tips on how to provide indoor vs outdoor cats the best and safest life from a veterinarian's...
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    How Much Space Does a Cat Need?

    Cats thrive with 18-20 sq. ft of personal space; what matters isn’t the size of your home, but how space is used...
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    Why Does My Cat Wake Me Up Every Morning?

    Your cat may meow in the morning because they are hungry or seeking attention. Learn how to stop your cat from waking...
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  7. Abyssinian cat eating treat from person's hand

    How to Get a Cat to Like You

    If your cat doesn’t like to cuddle or hisses when you get near, there are ways you can make them like you.
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  8. brown tabby cat lying on side

    How Many Times a Day Should a Cat Poop?

    Find out what’s normal and when there’s cause for concern, such as blood in cat poop, cat diarrhea, and more.
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  9. grey cat sleeping in the litter box

    Why Is My Cat Sleeping in the Litter Box?

    A cat sleeping in the litter box can be a serious health issue or stem from pregnancy, anxiety, and territorial guarding...
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  10. persian cat and persian kitten outside

    When Do Cats Stop Growing?

    When are cats considered adults? Depending on their breed, cats reach their full size at different ages.
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    Why Cat Toilet Training Isn’t a Good Idea

    Cat toilet training is not recommended by vets and animal behaviorists for a variety of health, behavioral, environmental...
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  12. Cavalier King Charles spaniel sniffing black cat's ear

    Why Do Dogs Eat Cat Poop?

    And how do you prevent it? This nasty habit, referred to as coprophagia, is somewhat normal in dogs.
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  13. Siberian cat using Litter-Robot 4 with cat in foreground

    How To Stop a Cat From Peeing in the House

    Learn the difference between peeing and spraying, and get tips on how to stop your cat from peeing in the house...
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Professional vet advice on cat health issues

If you’re looking for veterinary articles related to cat health issues, you’ve come to the right place. All “Ask the Vet” articles on the Litter-Robot blog are written by licensed veterinary professionals. 

Dr. Justine Lee, DVM, DACVECC, DABT,  is a double board-certified emergency critical care specialist and toxicologist who is passionate about all things veterinary medicine. On the Litter-Robot blog, Dr. Lee discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of a wide range of cat health issues.

Ever wondered if you need to take your cat to the emergency vet, or if you should get cat insurance? Hear from Dr. Lee on the subjects. Learn why a clean litter box is essential to good cat health and how to recognize a cat UTI. Get in-depth vet advice on diabetes, kidney disease, arthritis, hyperthyroidism, FIV, feline leukemia, and more. Find out what are the top 10 poisons that land cats in the emergency vet, including plants toxic to cats, and which OTC and prescription medications can harm your cat. Learn how to deal with aggressive cats or introduce new cats to each other. Get answers on how much to feed your cat, and why your cat might be losing weight.

Currently, Dr. Lee works as a criticalist at Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota, and is a consultant for the non-profit ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center.  She graduated from Virginia Tech with a BS in Animal Sciences, and then obtained her veterinary degree at Cornell University. She pursued her internship at Angell Memorial Animal Hospital, which is affiliated with the MSPCA. In addition, she has also completed an emergency fellowship and residency at the University of Pennsylvania.

Note: Ask the Vet advice is for informational purposes only; if your cat or pet is experiencing a medical problem, please contact a licensed veterinary professional.