When a cat is well-groomed, most likely hair shedding will be lesser around your home. Some cats shed heavily than others but regular grooming can certainly help address the issue of loose hairs. To make the task of grooming your cat easier and hassle-free, you need the proper grooming tools and you should also knowContinue reading “Essential Tools For Grooming Your Cat”
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Bringing Home a New Kitty
Bringing home a new kitty is an exciting experience for cat owners. Kittens are usually ready for adoption eight to twelve weeks after birth. During this time, the kitten has already weaned from the mother and is ready to feed on cat food. You should plan ahead of time the food, beddings, accessories, and toysContinue reading “Bringing Home a New Kitty”
Caval Syndrome in Cats Like the British Shorthair
Did you know that heartworm disease can be very dangerous for cats? If your British Shorthair or other breed feline tests positive for heartworms, talk to your vet about symptoms related to the disease as well as other diseases and infections that may occur. For instance, your British Shorthair may be experiencing coughing, asthma, vomiting,Continue reading “Caval Syndrome in Cats Like the British Shorthair”
Gingivitis in Cats Like the Siamese Cat
If your Siamese cat or other breed feline is suffering from extremely bad breath, then she could have gingivitis or some other type of dental problem. Call your vet to set up an exam right away. Gingivitis is a type of gum disease that causes inflammation and irritation to the gums. It is said toContinue reading “Gingivitis in Cats Like the Siamese Cat”
What Happens When Your Pet Drinks Too Much Water
It might surprise you to learn that while dehydration is not good for your pet, so is too much intake of water. When your pet takes too much water, it could be a sign indicating the presence of a medical, behavioral, or psychological problem. However, there are instances when an increase in water intake won’tContinue reading “What Happens When Your Pet Drinks Too Much Water”
Treatment And Control Of Fleas In Pets
An ideal flea control program should effectively safeguard your pets against fleas for the entire year. Owners should focus on cleaning the immediate surroundings of their pets since flea eggs can fall off to surfaces in the household. Applying medications and using anti-flea products would not solve your pet’s flea problem completely. The only wayContinue reading “Treatment And Control Of Fleas In Pets”
Idiopathic Facial Pruritus In Persian Cats
Idiopathic Facial Pruritus is a severe form of acne in cats. The condition is prevalent among Persian cats. Affected cats have black waxy material on their hair and skin, especially around their eyes and chin. For this type of acne, a large amount of excess dirt must be removed to avoid blackheads and secondary bacterialContinue reading “Idiopathic Facial Pruritus In Persian Cats”
Diagnostic Imaging in Pets
Animal diagnostic imaging is a non-invasive method of collecting information from an animal’s body through images. Radiography or x-ray is the most commonly used imaging tool. X-ray results determine if further imaging tests are necessary, mainly if the results do not produce conclusive evidence of the condition. Veterinarians may prescribe your pet to undergo otherContinue reading “Diagnostic Imaging in Pets”
Things To Think Of Before Adopting An Exotic Pet
Exotic pets are becoming quite popular. It isn’t hard to see why: many of them are very beautiful. They can also be quite fascinating to watch. However, there are some things to consider before adopting one. One of the main things to think about is how much space your pet will need. Some exotics doContinue reading “Things To Think Of Before Adopting An Exotic Pet”
Why Do Cats Get Miliary Dermatitis?
One of the common skin problems of cats is military dermatitis. This is characterized by lesions and tiny skin bumps. These bumps look like millet seeds, from where the name was derived. A cat suffering from military dermatitis has red lesions on its back, as well as crusting on the skin. Lice, mites, fleas, foodContinue reading “Why Do Cats Get Miliary Dermatitis?”
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