Putting a cat to sleep, or cat euthanasia, is often
done as a kind act to end the suffering life of
aging cats. When a cat is suffering from extreme pain, unable to hold up
his head and walk, not interested in eating or playing or doing daily
activities and unable to stand or move
without being assisted, it may be time to put him to sleep.
Saturday, February 22, 2014
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Cat hydration
Cat Dehydration - Causes
What are the causes of dehydration in cats?
- Vomiting and or diarrhea are the first signs.
- Sickness - A sick cat may go off his food and water , therefore not receive enough fluids and become dehydrated.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Cat hair loss
If you want to know about hair
loss in cats you can read some below:
Alopecia
Hair loss (alopecia) is a common problem for feline.
The hair loss can be partial or complete, and the patterns varied or
symmetrical. Treatment options exist, though they are limited and sometimes
difficult to deal with.
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease
Feline Idiopathic
Lower Urinary Tract Disease in Cats
Idiopathic Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease
(IFLUTD) is a general term for disorders characterized by blood drops in the
urine, difficult and stressful urination, unnormal, frequent passage of urine,
urinating in inappropriate locations (ie., bath tub), and partial or complete
urethra block. Also known as cats Idiopathic Cystitis (FIC), Feline Urological
Syndrome (FUS), or Interstitial Cystitis, this treatable condition occurs in
the bladder and urethra of the lower urinary tract; that is, the tube from the
bladder to the outside, through which urine flows out of the body.
Thursday, February 6, 2014
Caring for your cat
How to care for your cat:
To keep your cat or kitten healthy the most important thing is
to make sure your cat is taken to the veterinarians regularly; for kittens take
them when you first get them to ensure they are healthy, powerful and disease
free, make sure they are vaccinated at 9 and 12 weeks of they life. It is also
important that either you or the vet check your cat for fleas and worms monthly
and treat if its necessary.
Cat first aid kit
In an emergency situation,
having the proper supplies and tools can save your cat's life. Most of the
following items are available in drugstores and hypermarkets. You can simply
expand a human first-aid kit to serve both you and your cat. You can Replace any items you use.
Vaccinations
Cats Vaccination: Advantages and Risks
What is the immune system? Is it important?
The immune system plays a important role in maintaining your cat's health. One of
the most important functions of this complicated system of specialized cells
and molecules is to protect feline from disease and infection caused by foreign
invaders - viruses, bacteria, and a host of other microbes and parasites intent
on assaulting the body and causing Illnesses and disease.
Dental care
Dental
problems are one of the most common diseases seen in feline. Cats often hide
their oral discomfort, but occasionally, a cat may reveal its pain by pawing at
its mouth, drooling or turning its head to one side while eating food, to avoid
chewing on the painful side of its mouth. Some cats stop eating because of
dental pains. Other ones may stop eating dry food and only eat wet food.
Common worms and treatments
Internal parasites and worms usually live in a cat’s digestive system and
are detected by an examination of your cat’s stool. Treatment can begin as
early as two weeks of age and should be repeated at two to three week
intervals, by your vet.
Pregnancy signs and stages
How to Tell if a Cat is
Pregnant?
Recognize the signs of
being in heat
Both pregnant and in heat
cats will be friendly with other living creatures and pets in their area.Also
they show enlarged nipples, but only cats that are pregnant will be vocal about
it while rolling on the floor like a giant blueberry in a sweet factory. If
your cat is whimpering, she's probably just in heat.Don't worry!
Picking the right vet
How can you find the right vet for your cat?
Finding a veterinarian that both you and your cat are
comfortable with should be the most important priority. This article will help
new pet owners find the right vet. It is important to put some thought into
this as your veterinarian will be an significant part of your pet's life for
many years.
Annual Vet Check up
Why you need to have an annual vet check up?
There are some reasons that you should have your pet checked up once in a year.Below there are some of them that can help you :
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