Q Our 15-year-old cat has been diagnosed with a hyperthyroid condition. The vet says we can choose from three treatments. Is this accurate, and if so, do you have any advice? — N.Z., Atlanta, Ga. A ...

Hyperthyroidism is a common endocrine disorder in middle-aged to older cats, caused by excessive production of thyroid hormone from the thyroid gland. Classic symptoms include weight loss despite an ...

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 ...

My 11-year-old cat, Bailey, has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. He’s been my best little fur buddy for all 11 of his years, so I want to do what I can to ensure he remains healthy. This ...

Q: "Is an iodine-restricted diet more effective than a raw diet for hyperthyroidism? What supplements should my cat be taking to support hyperthyroidism?" A: A balanced raw diet will provide your cat ...

Over the last 30 or so years, veterinary professionals' understanding of clinical feline hyperthyroidism has evolved tremendously. Over the last 30+ years, veterinary professionals' understanding of ...

Dr. Utchen: My veterinarian did some tests on my cat and told me he is hyperthyroid and wants me to give him medicine every day. He seems fine to me. How serious is this? Answer: Hyperthyroidism in ...

Dr. Deborah Carlson, a veterinarian at Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital in Snohomish, answers this week’s question. Question: My 15-year-old male cat has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. I have been ...

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 ...