Even little kittens can be stealth hunters! Your kitten will likely be fine just be sure and mention this to your veterinarian. The vaccines she will get protect against cat diseases and not anything transmissible from the mouse.
She could pick up parasites from the mouse however, so your veterinarian may elect to give her […]
This bald spot could be many different things. Hair loss can be due to trauma, parasites such as fleas or mites, ringworm, immune-mediated disease or allergies to just name a few. If you’re concerned, I’d have her checked by your veterinarian to be sure it’s nothing to worry about.
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As you’ve read, cats with allergies to food tend to have skin related issues not upper respiratory issues such as sneezing or runny nose. Also, cats are usually not allergic to one brand of food versus another but instead to an ingredient such as fish or wheat, etc. Ingredients in the two foods you’ve mentioned […]
It’s important to note that a heart murmur is not a disease itself but a symptom of something. It is heard when there is a disturbance of blood flow through the valves of the heart. This can be caused by many different things.
Many cats may have what is called an innocent murmur, where there […]
It is not going to be life or death if getting the vaccine is delayed by a week or so. It may just mean a period of time where your kitten’s immunity towards these viruses may be decreased. If she’s inside only, you will likely be just fine.
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The best recommendation I can give without knowing more details about your cat is to consult your veterinarian on this issue. Your vet can give you a true indication if your cat is skinny or not. Body condition scoring is the best measure to determine if a cat is in the best condition. Your vet […]
The causes of an allergic type of response may be many and varied - including pollen, fabrics, insects and plant material. While it is possible for an occasional cat to have an allergic reaction to food, it is generally accepted that food allergies are third, behind inhalant allergies and flea bite allergies. Allergies […]
Urine spraying is a normal, but unwanted cat behavior especially if it occurs indoors. Both neutered males and spayed female cats can spray with urine to mark their territory. One of the common causes of marking behavior has been noted as unfriendly interactions between cats in the home or a problem with cats […]
Scratching furniture is a marking function-the cat is trying to delineate their territory. The need to mark may increase during times of change or stress for the cat. This could be anything from not feeling well, to outside noises or other animals, to a change in the family routine. Examining all of these […]
Cats that live together may have certain territory that they guard from the other cat. In situations like that it is essential that the resources (food and water bowls, litter boxes and resting areas) be situated all over the environment so each cat can access them without running into the other cat. This often helps […]