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Q: Codi, our 13-year-old cat, needs methimazole for his hyperthyroidism, but he won’t take it. I’ve tried crushing his quarter-tablet and mixing it with pilling treats and various wet foods mixed with ...

Dear Skinny Kitters A-Go-Go, Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to eat anything and still have a beach body? Unfortunately, hyperthyroidism is a very serious and not-recommended method of slimming down.

As a pet owner, it is important to know your cat’s normal behavior to recognize subtle changes that may lead to serious health issues. For example, weight loss, an increased appetite, and thirst that ...

Q: I read your piece in The Sun’s veterinary column last week with great interest. You clearly described a medical condition in dogs with low thyroid output (hypothyroidism). Turns out my 10-year-old ...

One of my cats has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. I'm trying to decide between radiation and medication as treatment. I was leaning towards medication initially, but it seems like it might ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2020. Q: Codi, our 13-year-old cat, needs methimazole for his ...