Cataract is a disease in the eye characterized by the accumulation of protein on the lens of the eyeball. The protein interferes with the vision of the pet. Cats are often afflicted with this disease however though it is called CAT-aracts there are more cases of dog cataracts than cat cataracts. Vets just assume that dogs are just more vulnerable and may overlook this in your feline.…
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Hypertension or high blood pressure is directly related to the contraction of muscles. There are three known types of muscles; the skeletal, the smooth, and the cardiac. The skeletal muscles are attached to bones and can be controlled. Muscles in the arm, face, and legs are examples of skeletal muscles. The smooth muscles are not consciously controlled. Muscles that support the intestines and blood vessels are examples of smooth muscles. The cardiac muscle is also known as the heart muscle.…
What do we specially like about cats? Perhaps the way a cat carries itself, imperious yet sweet. Perhaps we admire the fact that cats always land on its feet. Or perhaps we just love to stroke that soft downy coat that comes in interesting colors and patches. But tiny mites could easily take away that lovely coat.…
People say the attitude of their pets reflects the attitude of the owners. Sometimes we gain weight and would love to exercise by walking or jogging in the park with our pets. But jogging with your cat would look pretty silly!…
Cats never fail to amaze their human owners when they display an unusual amount of intelligence in certain situations. They are able to save and enhance lives by their own. Sometimes the things a cat does almost makes them seem human.…
Remember how panicked you felt the first time you held a crying baby in your arms? Didn’t you feel scared and utterly helpless as your baby kept crying and crying?…
It’s incredible how cats and humans – their owners and companions in life – are very similar in many ways. And one similarity that cats may be regretful of would be the need for dental help.…
Veterinarians no doubt have heard this over and over. But these good guys are always patient when treating cats for allergies. The truth is, there’s no need for an extreme case of panic if you’re afraid that your cat is currently having an allergic reaction. All you have to do is stay calm and think logically.…
Treating your cat using holistic veterinary medicine is an approach that limits the harmful side effects caused by conventional medications. It is used for diagnosis as well as for treating acute and chronic conditions.…
Our pet’s common problems are usually itchiness problems. Our cats will tend to scratch so much that they will eventually produce lesions that will may cause infections and harm them further. So we let the veterinarian have them diagnosed and we get to ask them how to prevent the worsening of the situation. The veterinarian will usually give some treatments and here are some treatments that may help your pet feel better.…