Moving the Needle: Early Intervention in Feline Hepatic Lipidosis

Posted on Tue 29 September 2026 in publication • Tagged with The Feline Practitioner, cats, internal medicine, liver disease

Dr. Kelly Cairns' article Moving the Needle: Early Intervention in Feline Hepatic Lipidosis has been accepted for publication in The Feline Practitioner and is expected in Winter 2026. The RACE-approved continuing education article focuses on early intervention in hepatic lipidosis, one of the most common liver diseases in cats.

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Giving Our Cats Relief from the Heat

Posted on Mon 10 August 2026 in update • Tagged with interviews, podcast, 19 Cats and Counting, cats, pet safety

Oshi Cairns

A cat's normal body temperature averages around 102 degrees, but cats still feel the heat, especially when it is hot and humid and even indoor rooms stay warm. In this episode of 19 Cats and Counting, Dr. Kelly Cairns joins host Rita Reimers to talk about cats and summer heat …


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Leading Out Loud, Episode 15: Leading Medical Excellence Across the Veterinary Profession

Posted on Tue 26 May 2026 in update • Tagged with interviews, podcast, Leading Out Loud, leadership, mentorship, veterinary education

Leadership in veterinary medicine is about more than medicine. It is about people, systems, mentorship and the environments that help teams thrive. On Leading Out Loud, a podcast about leadership in healthcare settings, host Bridget Rollins talks with Dr. Kelly Cairns about her journey from clinician to leader and what …


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Outdoor Cats, Stress and Pandora Syndrome

Posted on Sat 31 January 2026 in update • Tagged with interviews, podcast, 19 Cats and Counting, cats, behavior, pet safety, Pandora syndrome, wellness

Oshi Cairns

Should cats spend time outdoors, and if so, what keeps them safe and healthy? I joined host Rita Reimers. In this episode of 19 Cats and Counting, we break down the tradeoffs between indoor and outdoor lifestyles for cats and the steps cat parents can take to reduce risk.

Kelly Cairns

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Holiday Safety for Cats

Posted on Tue 16 December 2025 in update • Tagged with interviews, podcast, 19 Cats and Counting, cats, pet safety, wellness

Oshi Cairns

The holidays are full of sparkle, celebration, and togetherness—but they also introduce some of the most common seasonal dangers for cats. In this special holiday episode of 19 Cats and Counting, Dr. Kelly Cairns joins Rita and Linda to talk about holiday cat safety, what risks to watch for …


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Senior Cats and their Special Needs

Posted on Sun 09 November 2025 in update • Tagged with interviews, podcast, 19 Cats and Counting, cats, senior pets, adoption & rescue

Oshi Cairns

Senior cats often end up in shelters through no fault of their own, when an owner passes away or moves into a care facility. In this episode of 19 Cats and Counting, Dr. Kelly Cairns joins host Rita Reimers, who has adopted several senior cats herself, to talk about what …


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Overwhelmed and under-resourced: Pet surrenders surge across Chicago

Posted on Fri 25 July 2025 in news • Tagged with press, Chicago Sun-Times, dogs, cats, adoption & rescue

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Animal shelters and rescue groups across Chicago are facing heartbreaking overcrowding as more pet owners surrender their beloved dogs and cats. The Chicago Sun-Times highlights how economic strain, housing instability, and post-pandemic lifestyle changes have driven a steep rise in relinquishments—leaving shelters stretched thin and animals waiting longer for …


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The icteric cat: diagnosis and treatment of common feline hepatopathies

Posted on Thu 26 June 2025 in publication • Tagged with dvm360, cats, internal medicine, liver disease

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When a cat presents with jaundice—evidenced by yellowing of the skin, gums, or sclera—it’s a clinical sign that should never be ignored. In her latest article published on dvm360, Dr. Kelly Cairns takes a deep dive into the diagnostic approach and …


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