Cat health research needed

There are 82 million cats in homes across America — you know who you are.

In spite of the fact that cats are the No. 1 pet in the U.S., felines receive less medical care than dogs. Also there is less medical research on cats than on dogs.

Because of that, the Morris Animal Foundation has started the Happy Healthy Cat Campaign to help eliminate suffering and premature death in cats.

Check out the Web site to find health warning signs and common health problems for cats.

There is plenty of information on the site for cat owners, as well as veterinarians and scientists.

The foundation will also increase funding for feline health research and the training of new scientists.