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How to take care of a cat
Cats are one of the most popular pets for many pet lovers. This may be due to their playful personalities, affectionate behavior or adorable appearance. However, aside from being cute, cats do require proper care in order to stay healthy and content. Here are some general cat care tips that will help you learn how [...]
Cat Sneezing
11. November 2009
As a cat owner, it is natural to be slightly concerned when you hear your cat sneeze. Sneezing in humans is usually indicative of a respiratory condition, which is also true for cats. However, there are actually several different reasons why your cat may be sneezing.
Swine Flu (H1N1) and your Pet Cat
8. November 2009
The Swine Flu virus (also called H1N1) is a novel strain of influenza that has currently been declared as the cause of a world-wide pandemic by the WHO (World Health Organization).
Senior Cat Health Care
1. November 2009
Caring for a senior cat usually involves a bit more responsibility than caring for an adult cat. Senior cats may have specialized health care needs, which may require constant attention. Most cats are classified as “senior” once they are over seven years of age.
Controlling your Cats Hairballs
1. November 2009
Most cat owners have to face the unsavory prospect of hairballs at some point in their relationship with their cat. Hairballs are usually clumps of ingested hair that are either coughed up, or are passed through a cat’s digestive system into their stool. Hairballs are especially common among long-haired cats, since they usually ingest a [...]
Cat Spay and Neutering Information
1. November 2009
A common controversy among cat owners is the necessity of spaying or neutering a domesticated cat. Having your cat fixed is a very important procedure in current society, as it is essential to help control the pet population.
Common Cat Skin Conditions
1. November 2009
When caring for a cat, it is natural for your cat to experience a number of skin conditions. Although most skin problems that affect cats are not serious, a skin condition could potentially be a symptom of a more serious condition.
Cat Health Insurance
1. November 2009
Health insurance for pets is an option for most domesticated pet owners. Pet health insurance will ensure that a cat will receive expensive medical procedures even if the owner lacks the proper financing.
Common Cat Health Questions
1. November 2009
Though having a cat in your home can be a very rewarding experience, it also involves a significant amount of responsibility. As a pet owner, you are entirely responsible for your cat’s good health.
Cat Health Problems
13. September 2009
In regards to proper pet cat care, another common health problem seen in cats is worms. Having a cat that is infested with worms can be a huge problem, especially when dealing with an advanced worm infection. There are many different worms that can affect cats…
7. January 2010