Dr. Ken Lambrecht

Ken Lambrecht, DVM

Smart technology for cat weight loss? You must think I am kidding, right? This (not so) futuristic solution is actually not as far-fetched as you think. It’s a modern approach to one of the toughest challenges in pet health to date—getting and keeping cats at their healthy weight. These devices have been tested and shown to be effective, and they are getting more affordable. For the record,...

Ken Lambrecht, DVM

Image via iStock.com/FatCamera By Dr. Ken Lambrecht, DVM I am a veterinarian practicing in Madison, Wisconsin. For the record, I have never prescribed or used medical cannabis/hemp products on pets. I may not even be technically allowed to discuss medical hemp, which is legal in all 50 states, with pet parents for the pets in my care. The Veterinary Examining Board of Wisconsin is preparing a...

Ken Lambrecht, DVM

My 15-year-old cat, Lance, sits next to me as I write this piece. He is special to me because he is  the oldest of my four cats and we have shared quite a bit of time together. Caring for him helps me to cross-check the guidance I give to anyone who is sharing their life with a senior cat and wants to provide them with the very best care. Owner observations and vigilance, regular veterinary...

Ken Lambrecht, DVM

Cat suckling is a common, generally non-harmful cat behavior that occurs in all breeds and all ages of cats. When cat suckling behaviors occur in adult cats, though, it tends to gets more attention and can be viewed as abnormal. Cat suckling can be directed towards humans, with cat suckling on fingers or skin, or it can be done on fabrics (like blankets and towels). Cat suckling can happen with...

Ken Lambrecht, DVM

Do cats know their names or recognize our voice in some other way? Although we’ve spent over 10,000 years sharing our time with cats, there’s very little research to determine the answer to this question. Fortunately, things do seem to be changing a bit as we share even more time and experiences with our favorite felines, and there are a few interesting recent research pieces that says...

Ken Lambrecht, DVM

Traveling with your cat at some point is inevitable. Whether it is a trip to the vet, a move, or even a vacation, all of these will require safely transporting your cat in some sort of cat carrier. It is best to start that process when your cat is young and work with his natural instincts and tendencies to make the experience as easy as possible. As a practicing veterinarian for over 30 years and...