Dr Letrisa Miller

05/13/2026

As we head into the warm season, it's important to learn about the dangers of ticks and how they can impact the lives of cats. Take a look at the infographic below to learn about the spread of tick-borne diseases, and how you can help protect our feline friends. 🐱🌳

04/16/2026

Could you tell if your cat was in pain? 🐱

iCatCare’s very own Alex Taylor, Cat Wellbeing and Behaviour Advisor, is sharing her advice on recognising the signs of pain in cats through their behaviour in her blog, written specially for National Pet Month 👉 https://nationalpetmonth.org/2026/04/13/behavioural-signs-of-pain-in-cats/

Plus, catch-up with Alex in conversation, broadcast last week on the National Pet Month page, sharing her tips on spotting if your cat is in pain and the practical steps you can take.

Our website is packed with helpful cat friendly tips and information to help you 👉 https://icatcare.org/

And don’t forget to sign up to our cat friendly community newsletter for extra tips and information direct to your inbox 📨 https://go.icatcare.org/community

04/12/2026

We understand that visiting the vet can be a stressful experience for both cats and caregivers. Our top tips will help reduce some of that stress and anxiety 👇

🐱 Choose a sturdy and secure carrier, place a blanket from home inside for a familiar scent.

🐱 Leave the carrier out at home as an extra bed or safe space, so your cat doesn’t always associate it with leaving.

🐱 Spray the carrier with synthetic feline pheromones at least 15 minutes before putting your cat in it.

🐱 Cover the carrier with a cloth or towel while you are travelling to help keep your cat calm. Rather than holding the carrier by the handle, which can cause it to swing, carry it with both hands from underneath.

🐱 Visit an accredited Cat Friendly Clinic so you know your cat will be handled gently, with respect, and their unique needs will be understood. Find your nearest 👉 https://icatcare.org/cat-friendly-clinic/for-owners-and-caregivers

Take a look at our website to find more of our tips for making vet visits less stressful, including a free downloadable guide! 👉 https://icatcare.org/articles/taking-your-cat-to-the-vet

01/21/2026

Dietary Trial for Cats with Chronic Kidney Disease at Cornell University Hospital for Animal.

Dietary management of cats with chronic kidney disease (CKD) can be very complicated due to the need to balance many changed dietary needs to keep the CKD from worsening, such as keeping protein relatively low while also maintaining optimal potassium and phosphorous levels.

They are examining whether feeding a hydrolyzed protein diet will provide more amino acids while also keeping protein levels low enough to help prevent muscle wasting while still optimizing the other needs.

Eligibility: Cats with IRIS Stage I or Stage II Chronic Kidney Disease

Owner Responsibilities: Your cat will be given one of three commercial diets that have been formulated to be more digestible, with two of the three utilizing the specially selected protein ± natural anti-inflammatory nutrients. You will feed this diet exclusively for a minimum of 1 month and up to a maximum of 12 months if the response is favorable. All treats and supplements must be discontinued prior to your cat’s enrollment. You will be required to bring your cat to Cornell for the initial appointment including a brief exam, urinalysis, f***l examination and blood work and back to Cornell at 3 months, 6 months, 9 months and 12 months after beginning the diet for additional brief exams, urinalysis, f***l examination and blood work (follow up at your local veterinarian may be possible in some cases). You will also fill out a survey related to your cat’s quality of life and diet performance each month during the dietary trial.

Contact/Schedule an Appointment: Please contact the internal medicine service or the clinical trials coordinator at 607.253.3060, or email [email protected]. Your referring veterinarian may also contact the hospital to refer your pet.

01/21/2026

WATCH IT NOW! Acute vs Chronic Pancreatitis in cats! When there is no single definitive test, no perfect marker, and no cure-all treatment, how do you move forward? Dr. Steiner explains why feline pancreatitis is often part of a bigger inflammatory picture. https://tinyurl.com/2ezr6622

01/20/2026

Can you spot the early signs of fluid overload? Find out from Lizzie Tompkins RVN how to prevent and manage fluid overload in your feline patients in this month’s free nurse journal, including: ➡️ Fluid distribution in cats ➡️ Monitoring fluid administration ➡️ Clinical si...

11/07/2025

We had a kitten imposter today! She was a great patient and did very well for her spay to remove a uterus full of masses.

03/27/2025

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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a non-reversible disease where the kidneys are unable to fully perform their normal functions. However, with the right support and treatment, your cat can still enjoy a good quality of life and the progression of the disease can be slowed down, prolonging their life f...

01/26/2025

KEEP ANTIFREEZE STORED CORRECTLY
Ethylene glycol, better known as antifreeze, is deadly to cats. While it is often used in cars to stop things freezing, if even a small amount is ingested by cats, it can be fatal. Take care to keep it away from your pets, clear up any leakages from your car, and never use it in ponds. If your cat does ingest antifreeze, take them to the vet’s immediately. Symptoms include seizures, breathing difficulties, appearing ‘drunk’, vomiting, and lethargy.

12/29/2024

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09/26/2024

Coming up on holiday time, it's good to think about what we give our cats to play with. Is it safe for them? Should it be a supervised-only toy? Can they play with it any time they want?

Providing your cat with toys is a great way to encourage exercise and cognitive enrichment while strengthening the special bond you share. By motivating them to stalk, pounce, and problem solve, toys allow cats to engage in natural behaviors, and can help avoid the consequences of not providing such...