by Kelly Detherow | Dec 26, 2025 | Pets
The financial reality of pet ownership can hit you like a freight train. For me, that moment came when my beloved Pekingese, Remy, was diagnosed with severe Pulmonary Hypertension (PH). After rushing her to the emergency veterinarian, I received two devastating pieces...
by Kelly Detherow | Nov 14, 2025 | Pets, cat care, cat sitting
Leaving your beloved cat at home while you travel is often the kindest choice for their emotional well-being. Unlike dogs, most cats thrive on routine and are highly sensitive to new environments. Keeping them in their own kingdom—with their familiar scents,...
by Kelly Detherow | Aug 15, 2025 | Cats, Cat Health, Pets
As a devoted pet parent, you probably spend a lot of time making sure your cat is well-fed, comfortable, and loved. You provide cozy beds, fresh water, and plenty of petting sessions. But have you ever considered what’s going on inside their minds? Beyond the...
by Kelly Detherow | May 9, 2025 | Pets, cat care, Cats, Lost Cat
There is no panic quite like the realization that your fur-baby is nowhere to be found. When it comes to lost or missing indoor cats, the search strategy is entirely different than it is for an outdoor roamer. As a professional cat specialist here in Kansas City, I...
by Kelly Detherow | Apr 11, 2025 | Pets, Cat Health, Pet First Aid
Hey everyone! April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month, and as someone who teaches pet first aid, I want to talk about why it’s SO important for every pet parent to know a little bit about it. Knowing some basics can really make a huge difference! Think of it like...
