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Scratching is a perfectly normal feline behaviour. It is recognised as having at least four functions, namely: to remove the worn outer claw sheath, to stretch and condition the apparatus…
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Second opinions and referrals often cause great anxiety to owners, irrespective of whether suggested by the vet or considered as a possibility by the pet owner. Sometimes, despite every…
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Seizures and epilepsy are less commonly encountered in cats than dogs. They are, however, the most common sign of disease affecting the front part of the brain in the cat.Some important terms:…
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Follow your vet's advice and instructions very precisely. Take your cat for reinspection if requested to do so. If your cat's condition worsens unexpectedly then contact your vet for advice.…
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer in your pet. For general information on cancer in pets ask for our handout "What is…
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Socialisation is the process by which your kitten learns about his own identity, the identity of his own species and the identity of the other species with which he will share his life.
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Solar dermatitis is a skin disease which is caused by exposure to the sun. It occurs mainly in cats with white non-pigmented areas and the ear flaps are most commonly affected. Other areas…
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Thiamazole (also called methimazole) is an antithyroid drug that acts by blocking the production of thyroid hormones. It is used in cats that have an overactive thyroid gland (feline…
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It is sometimes said that because cats are fussy eaters they are less easily poisoned than dogs. However, with their curiosity and fastidious grooming, intoxication is not that uncommon. Some…
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Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by infection with the organism called Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii), a microscopic single-cell organism which is one of the most common parasites of animals.…
