Ask The Vet

  1. creamy peanut butter jar and spoon

    Can Cats Eat Peanut Butter?

    Peanut butter is not toxic to cats, but it doesn't provide any nutritional value for felines either...
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  2. brown and white tabby cat licking mouth

    Can Cats Eat Raw Chicken?

    If not prepared correctly, raw chicken can make your cat (and you) quite ill...
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  3. brown and white tabby cat sleeping

    Cat Behavior After Surgery: What’s Normal?

    How should your cat behave after surgery, and when should you worry? Here's what to expect...
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  4. Siamese cat drinking milk out of bowl

    Is Milk Bad for Cats?

    Let’s explore why most kinds of milk are actually likely to upset your cat’s stomach...
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  5. longhaired cat licking finger

    Why Does My Cat Lick Me?

    Here are 6 reasons why cats lick people, including attention, stress, and affection...
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  6. various cheeses on a table

    Can Cats Eat Cheese?

    Find out which kinds of cheese your cat can sample and which kinds your cat should avoid...
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  7. cat using self-cleaning litter box in bathroom

    How Long Can a Cat Go Without Pooping?

    What you need to know about cat constipation, related health issues, and how long a cat can go without pooping...
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  8. grey and white cat meowing

    Why Is My Cat Meowing So Much?

    Wondering why your cat is so vocal, or why cats meow at night? Learn more about these behaviors...
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  9. brown tabby cat looking out window

    How Long Do Cats Live? Average Lifespan of a House Cat

    House cats typically live 10 to 15 years, depending on breed, lifestyle, and activity levels. Read about the average...
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  10. calico cat on kitchen counter before being given Benadryl

    Can You Give Cats Benadryl?

    Is Benadryl safe for cats and what dosage should be used? This vet-reviewed post has the answers...
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  11. tortie cat biting human finger

    Why Does My Cat Bite Me?

    Cats bite for many reasons, from pain to boredom. Explore why your cat bites and how to stop this behavior...
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  12. cat sniffing green grape

    Can Cats Eat Grapes or Raisins?

    Find out why even a small amount of grapes or raisins can result in acute kidney failure in cats...
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  13. brown and white bicolor tabby cat

    What Colors Can Cats See?

    Are cats color blind? Do they have night vision? Find out which colors cats can see best and how to support their...
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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.