Deworming cats can be challenging at the best times, especially if they are feral. Cats have the marvelous ability to turn into agile gymnasts, and alongside their claws and teeth, this can make shoving a tablet down the back of their throats next to impossible. Unfortunately, being proficient little hunters, feral cats are prone to […]
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Just like humans, cats can develop diabetes. In fact, it is one of the most common hormonal disorders in the feline population, especially middle-aged and older cats. When cats have diabetes, it means they don’t respond to or produce enough insulin to regulate their blood sugar levels. When one’s blood sugar spikes after eating a
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If you own a cat, you do need to be aware of them getting worms. Worms are not pleasant to think about, but if they infect your cat, it can lead to a lot of problems. Worms can have serious consequences for our feline friends. Roundworms are one of the more common intestinal parasites found
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A cat abscess, defined as a painful collection of pus, is a common ailment, but it can often be difficult to detect because most cats dislike being examined when they are in pain1. Some abscesses look like lumps, and others may be open and weeping and appear infected. Occasionally, your cat may seem to be
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It’s an unfortunate reality that cats are susceptible to cancer, just like humans are. Advances in veterinary medicine and pet care are making it easier to detect cancer, though, and with the subsequent increase in lifespans, the rates of diagnoses are increasing. However, diagnosis can still be difficult, especially since older animals often suffer from
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Second only to trauma, feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a leading cause of death in cats worldwide. In 2010, statistics suggested that it affected 2–3% of cats1, making it a crucial disease to consider for the health and well-being of the cat population. Fortunately, testing and vaccination programs have reduced the prevalence of the disease
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