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Yes - obesity, defined as an excess of body weight of 20% or more, is the most common nutritional disease of domestic cats. Although the frequency varies from one country to the next, we know…
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There are now more pet cats than dogs in Britain. Increasingly, with improved nutrition, health care and management changes, more and more of these cats are living to greater ages. In America,…
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Interferons help the body to mount a defence against infections such as viruses. Omega Interferon is used in conjunction with fluid therapy and other supportive therapy for the treatment of…
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A wound is an injury causing damage to the skin and often underlying tissues. It can be open (e.g. a cut) or closed (e.g. a bruise). Try to stop initial bleeding by applying pressure to the…
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Osteoarthritis commonly occurs in older cats but the importance of this disease has only recently been recognised. This is because it can be difficult to see the signs of arthritis in cats as…
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Pancreatitis describes an inflammation in the pancreas. The pancreas is an organ situated next to the liver and small intestine, and is important in producing insulin, which enables our organs…
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Play is an important component of kitten development, and proper play and exercise should be encouraged.Young kittens play using chasing and pouncing behaviours that seem to have their origin…
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Play is a very important part of the feline world and kittens need the opportunity to play in order to learn vital adult skills both in communication and in hunting. From a very early age,…
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Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is an inherited condition in cats, that causes multiple cysts (pockets of fluid) to form in the kidneys. These cysts are present from birth. They start out very…
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On arriving home you should keep your pet warm and comfortable by providing a soft clean bed, ideally in a quiet and draught free room at approximately 20-22°C. Unless otherwise…
