CatTails Feline Health Center

08/23/2026

Miso the cat was diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis when he was 3 years old. MEMO and the vomiting cat outlines our strategy to keep Miso from vomiting.

Miso, a 5 year old NM cat, was diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis when he was 3 years old. Pancreatitis presented as episodes of violent vomiting every 1-2 months. In addition to giving anti-emetics, managing these episodes involved fluid therapy and antibiotics, and the occasional ER visit. In cat...

06/06/2026

Ever wonder if your cat is just a cheap date, or if catnip is actually botanical magic? 🌿✨

Turns out, it's a little bit of science and a whole lot of "feline drama." Dive into why the green stuff makes them lose their cool!
And send us a pic or video of your cat on the "nip!"

Explore the fascinating reason why cats go crazy for catnip, and wh...

05/30/2026

Still Pinching Ourselves! ✨

We are beyond thrilled to share that CatTails Feline Health Center has been voted Gold Winner for Best Veterinarian in the Gazette’s 2026 Best of the Springs!

This is our very first time winning, and we are truly humbled. This award belongs to our dedicated staff who work tirelessly to provide the best care possible for our feline friends, and to our amazing clients who feel like family.

We are so happy and grateful for this honor. Thank you, Colorado Springs, for helping us make feline health a priority in the Springs!

05/10/2026

Multiple studies have shown that cats and dogs link specific words with actions or outcomes. Use these words - talk to your dog or cat and share information with them.

Dogs and cats can learn by association, just like people. The animal or person links two unrelated events or stimuli together. Learning language involves linking a word or sound with various stimuli. Multiple studies have shown that cats and dogs link specific words with actions or outcomes. talk t...

04/19/2026

Adopting a cat from a shelter? Transitioning from shelter cat to house cat is stressful for most cats. Here are some ways to help Kitty cope with the changes.

https://www.felinepurrspective.com/from-shelter-cat-to-house-cat/