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Let’s talk about litter boxes and litters.
This may not be the most glamorous topic — but it’s one of the most important parts of keeping your cat healthy (and your home clean)....
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Svetlana Jacobson
Jun 22 min read


What does soft stool mean in cats?
Soft or pasty stool isn’t just a “quirk” — it’s often a signal of deeper imbalances: 🔸 Enzyme deficiency 🔸 Overloaded pancreas 🔸 Bile...
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Svetlana Jacobson
May 261 min read


Problem Coat? Tangled Fur? Here's What Might Be Going On 🧬
If your cat's fur looks greasy, matted, or just plain neglected no matter how much you brush — it’s time to look deeper. Spoiler: it’s...
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Svetlana Jacobson
May 261 min read


🦷 Manuka Honey: Fresh Breath for Your Cat — and Gut Support for You 🍯.
🐾 For Cats: Gum Health and Gingivitis Prevention. Instead of chemical gels or chlorhexidine — try Manuka Honey UMF 10+. This isn’t...
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Svetlana Jacobson
Apr 191 min read


How to Choose the Right Kitten: Gender, Size & Common Myths
I often get two questions from future kitten parents: 1️⃣ “Should I choose a male or a female?” 2️⃣ “Will a girl kitten be much smaller...
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Svetlana Jacobson
Apr 92 min read


Why I Don't Offer In-Person Visits — and What I Offer Instead
Many clients ask me if they can visit the kittens in person before placing a deposit. I understand where this question comes from —...
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Svetlana Jacobson
Apr 91 min read


🧬 Entropion in Maine Coon Cats — Let’s Talk Honestly
Veterinary ophthalmology experts note that entropion is commonly seen in Maine Coons. But the exact mode of inheritance in this breed is...
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Svetlana Jacobson
Apr 83 min read


If your beloved pet — cat or dog — peed in the car… 😅
Don't worry, there's hope for your car seat! Here’s what I recommend: 🚿 Step 1: Soak the area with an enzymatic cleaner Use a...
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Svetlana Jacobson
Apr 21 min read


🐾 “Is he too small?” — When your vet doesn’t understand Maine Coons.
A client messaged me today. Her Maine Coon boy is 8 months old and weighs 10 pounds. The vet told her: “He’s small for a Maine Coon.”...
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Svetlana Jacobson
Apr 21 min read


🩺 Do I do heart ultrasounds on my cats?
"Do I do heart ultrasounds on my cats?" I get this question from time to time — usually from thoughtful, well-meaning people who want to...
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Svetlana Jacobson
Mar 312 min read


GERONTOLOGY, ANTI-AGING, AND A DEADLY MISTAKE
Many of you know I’m a Maine Coon breeder. But today, my work goes beyond breeding: I’ve created a Health Library — a series of Guides...
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Svetlana Jacobson
Mar 302 min read


🥣 Water & Bowls: What Every Cat Owner Should Know
💧 Fresh Water Is a Daily Priority Cats need access to clean, filtered water at all times . Especially on a dry food diet, hydration is...
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Svetlana Jacobson
Mar 302 min read


Rejuvenation Gone Wrong: The Hidden Link Between Feline and Human Aging
🌿 Today I uploaded a new Guide to The Health Library on my website! This one is for cat owners — especially those with senior cats — who...
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Svetlana Jacobson
Mar 252 min read


If your cat is vomiting — it could be serious.
Today I received very sad news.A client who bought a kitten from me two and a half years ago wrote to say that her adult cat had died....
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Svetlana Jacobson
Mar 242 min read
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