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  1. cat with primordial pouch walking by shrubs

    Your Cat Has a Primordial Pouch

    When is a flabby belly not a flabby belly? When it’s a primordial pouch. Find out what a primordial pouch is and...
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  2. long-haired orange tabby cat in grass

    Cat Stung by a Bee? Here’s What To Do

    Find out how to treat bee or wasp stings on cats, and signs to watch for in case of an allergic reaction...
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  3. cat nose and whiskers

    Why Is My Cat Sneezing? Causes For Frequent Feline Sneezing

    There are many reasons why your cat may be sneezing, from allergies to infections. Learn why your cat is sneezing...
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  4. Abyssinian cat standing on open toilet seat

    Why Cat Toilet Training Isn’t a Good Idea

    Cat toilet training is not recommended by vets and animal behaviorists for a variety of health, behavioral, environmental...
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    Rehoming a Cat: When Is It Okay?

    A Certified Cat Behavior Consultant provides alternatives to rehoming a cat and explains how to responsibly rehome...
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  6. hand petting grey tabby cat

    Why Is My Cat Losing Weight?

    Dr. Justine Lee explains the top causes of weight loss in cats, such as chronic kidney disease, hyperthyroidism...
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  7. Dr Justine Lee sitting near a Litter-Robot with cat

    Top 10 OTC & Prescription Medications Toxic to Cats

    What common over-the-counter or prescription medications are toxic to cats? Dr. Justine Lee reveals the top 10...
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  8. brown tabby cat next to baby gate

    How Long Can Cats Go Without Food?

    If cats don’t eat for more than 3-5 days, they can develop inappropriate fat infiltration into the liver: hepatic...
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  9. munchkin cat in front of self-cleaning litter box

    How Often Should Cats Pee? Why You Should Monitor Your Cat's Litter Habits

    Whether you scoop daily or have a self-cleaning litter box, it’s important to pay attention to your cat's litter...
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  10. calico cat sitting under blanket

    Cat UTI Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention

    Dr. Justine Lee explains why it's important to prevent, recognize, and treat a cat UTI. Learn how to tell if your...
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  11. Siberian cat exiting Litter-Robot 4

    Why a Clean Litter Box Is Essential To Good Cat Health

    Dr. Justine Lee explains why a clean litter box helps minimize Feline Idiopathic Cystitis (FIC) and the potentially...
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  12. Calico kitten lying on side

    What Causes Blood in Cat Urine?

    Is your cat peeing blood? Dr. Justine Lee explains what causes blood in cat urine, how to diagnose your cat's condition...
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  13. tuxedo cat and orange tabby cat play fighting

    Are My Cats Playing or Fighting? Cat Behavior Guide

    Cats play and fight in very similar ways. Body language and more will be able to tell you if your cats are playing...
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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.