Just like in humans or dogs, senior cats need special care too. Here’s what you need to know about caring for senior cats. What makes a cat a senior cat? Cats ages 7 and older are considered seniors. As cats grow older, their body changes as well. In fact, a study found that about 90%…
As a pet parent, if you are aware of the benefits of spaying and neutering cats, you may not be willing to ignore it. The procedure plays a role in reducing cancer risk and the threat of uterine disease in cats as well as behavioral and hygiene issues. Obviously you have heard a lot about…
Diabetes in cats may cause serious health problems, including blindness. Avoid delaying medical management of feline diabetes symptoms as soon as you notice them. Understand the onset of diabetes milletus in cats and its gradual spread. Just like humans, cats may also suffer from diabetes mellitus. There is a high incidence of diabetes in cats,…
Respiratory tract infection in cats – also called cat flu or feline viral respiratory disease complex – affects their upper airway. Respiratory infections aren’t too uncommon in cats. The nose, mouth, throat, nose, and sinus, which are a part of the upper respiratory tract, are prone to bacterial and viral pathogens. Secretions from eyes or…
Cat dental care is an important part of your kitty’s health care regimen. Just like humans, cats can suffer from a range of dental health problems, from gum disease to plaque buildup, from bad breath to discolored teeth, from tartar deposits to gingivitis. Plaque can deposit on cat teeth, which may harden to form tartar….
You adore your playful feline baby. Perhaps you want to see her happy and healthy. Of course, it is your responsibility to look after her fitness. The best way to keep your cat fit is to spend some quality time playing with her. So, she remains active, enjoys your company, and stays healthy and fit,…
Imagine having to pop a pill without water. This is exactly what your kitty has to do when it is on a medication therapy. Have you ever tried pilling your cat without a liquid chaser? Making them swallow a capsule or medicine without a liquid chaser is one of the most difficult tasks of cat…
Is your cat becoming rounder? Obesity in cats is becoming quite common, which may trigger all sorts of health issues for your feline friends. Overweight cats tend to have a shorter lifespan. They tend to become less playful and energetic. You must address this weighty issue to keep your feline friend healthy. Unlike dogs, you…
When it comes to pets, you want to make sure your furry friend is happy and healthy.Your kitty is an integral member of your family, and her health is crucial for her happiness. But how do you know how she is feeling? How can you tell when she is not having a great time?Identifying whether…
In simple words, hip dysplasia is a disorder or malformation of the hip joint. A rare orthopedic disorder in cats, feline hip dysplasia involves the abnormal development and subsequent degeneration of the coxofermoral joint. The progressive failure of the hip joint leads to the deterioration and loss of function of the ball-and-socket joint. Progressive signs…
Have you spotted parasites on your kitty’s fur and are wondering how to remove ticks in cats? Ticks are irritating parasitic creatures that prey on the feline community. These dangerous arthropods can lodge themselves into the kitty’s fur and skin and feed on the blood of their hosts. Thus they carry infection from one animal…
A form of bacterial infection, cat scratch fever is caused by Bartonella Henselae bacteria. The cat scratch disease affects humans, who catch it from cats. A scratch, bite, or contact with an infected cat’s saliva doubles your risk of having this the bacterial disease. You can catch the infection if an infected cat licks an…