There is a considerable body of research on how CBD can benefit human health and many pet owners are becoming increasingly curious about whether CBD is safe for cats and dogs and if it can improve their pet’s health.   Visit Dr. Jeff Werber’s Instagram account (@werbs_dvm) to view and submit questions and answers on weekly AMAs – or call and leave a voicemail at 424-835-0576. Your call will be returned posthaste. For emergencies, download Dr. Jeff Werber’s app Airvet, a video-chat option for veterinary needs at any time of day or night! 

Dr. Jeff said, “The short answer is, don’t feed your pets chocolate! The long answer is that there are certain grades and amounts of chocolate that are obviously much more serious than others.” 

Cats run into all kinds of medical problems during their lifetime. Usually, your kitty gets sick by ingesting a toxin, being in contact with an infected cat or just venturing outside. 

Whether they are lurking in the park or sneaking around your house, pet parasites represent a serious health risk for both dogs and cats. But the good news is that you can nurse your dog or cat back to normal with some over-the-counter parasite treatments.

It’s hard to say at what age cats are considered adults. Indeed, adult cats maintain a youthful appearance throughout their life that makes judging their age difficult to discern.