Health Care

Signs Of Hypothermia In Cats

Your felines may have a thick, long fur coat. But, this does not mean that they are free from being cold or they cannot experience hypothermia. At a certain temperature, your cats may get chilly and may not control their body temperature. When this happens, stay alert, so you can immediately attend to the needsContinue reading “Signs Of Hypothermia In Cats”

Can Cats Eat Cooked Spinach?

The answer is yes: your cat can eat spinach that has been cooked. Experts recommend giving cats cooked spinach because it is healthier for felines. Why? Data show that spinach is rich in oxalate. This compound may cause an increased risk of bladder and kidney stones with high intake. When spinach is cooked, the amountContinue reading “Can Cats Eat Cooked Spinach?”

Does Your Cat Need Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging?

Diagnostic imaging is the collective name for different procedures vets use to determine the right course of action regarding an animal’s health. CT scan, ultrasound, MRI, and X-ray are all on the list of tests covered by the label. As you might have experienced, these methods do not require an incision and are painless. However,Continue reading “Does Your Cat Need Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging?”

Modular Cages And Glass Aquariums For Hamsters

Another type of cage for hamsters is the modular cage, which is primarily made of plastic. With these cages, you may opt to add wheels, burrows, tunnels, or other toys for your hamster. They may also get expanded to fit into your available space, among many other possibilities. However, modular cages can be more difficultContinue reading ” Modular Cages And Glass Aquariums For Hamsters”

Hedgehogs As Pets

You might have heard of hedgehogs. They’re these little creatures with spikes all over their body, except we call them quills. The only parts of a hedgehog’s body where you can’t find quills are the stomach and arms. The African Pygmy variety is at the top in terms of popularity. Hedgehogs are very alert creatures.Continue reading “Hedgehogs As Pets”

Dementia In Cats

Did you know that kitties can suffer from dementia, just as people can? As your pet ages, she may get confused and forgetful. Your cat can’t tell you if something is wrong, but you may see it in her behavior. She may forget where her litterbox is, or get lost coming back from the kitchen.Continue reading “Dementia In Cats”

Cat Towers

Does your kitty have any furniture all of her own? If not, you may want to consider getting her one. Cat towers serve several purposes for our feline pals. They offer kitties vantage points, scratching posts and napping spots, and keep kitties active by providing things for them to climb and jump on. Your felineContinue reading “Cat Towers”

Caring For A Senior Cat

As your cat ages, she’ll likely become quite stiff and sore. This will impact her life in a variety of ways. It may make it hard for her to jump up to her favorite perches. It can also make it hard for her to groom herself, and keep her fur clean. Your pet also won’tContinue reading “Caring For A Senior Cat”

Bad Habits That You Should Stop Doing When You’re Wearing Contact Lenses

If you are using contact lenses, you should avoid doing these four undesirable habits: Not regularly replacing the case for your contact lenses. So that the accumulation of possibly sight-threatening bacteria can be prevented, change your contact lenses as prescribed. The case should also be replaced every 3 to 4 months. Once per week, sterilizeContinue reading “Bad Habits That You Should Stop Doing When You’re Wearing Contact Lenses”

Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)

Pink is a lovely color. Do you like pink? Well, many people like this hue because it means affection and harmony. But, when your eyes become pink, it may mean a different thing as it may indicate itchiness or a burning sensation. Pink eye is also known as conjunctivitis. This condition occurs when there isContinue reading “Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)”