Is Pet Insurance a Good Idea?
What Is a Rodent Ulcer?
Dear Doctor: Help for Hairballs
The Modern Threat of Rabies
Protect Your Cat From Fleas
Understanding Cat-Scratch Disease
Diagnosis: Chronic Gingivostomatitis
Dear Doctor – Helping a Homeless Cat
Hospice Care for Our Pets
In todays culture, pets are commonly considered to be beloved family members, and the decisions we make regarding their care often reflect our own philosophical views regarding nutrition, emotional well-being and healthcare. With improved nutrition and medical advances, our pets are living longer, healthier lives - and receiving the type of care once thought out of reach for animals.
While these medical advancements certainly give us hope, they also raise a number of decisions we must make on behalf of a beloved pet regarding a thoughtful, compassionate end-of-life plan.
Creating the Trauma Initiative for Cats
Overview of Diarrhea Treatments
[From Tufts January 2012 Issue]
Diarrhea is one of the most common health problems seen in cats and can present a diagnostic and treatment challenge because of its wide variety of possible causes. Infectious diseases, toxins, dietary changes and even emotional upset can result in diarrhea, and determining the cause is often a process of elimination.
The most likely causes of diarrhea in a given cat depend on his age and lifestyle, says Michael Stone, DVM, DACVIM, an internal medicine specialist and clinical assistant professor at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. Intestinal parasites such as roundworms typically cause diarrhea in kittens. …
How Do You Know If Your Cat Is Sick?
Your cat depends on you for his health and comfort. Cats don't really have nine lives, so it's up to you and your veterinarian to be responsible for his health and welfare.
Become familiar with your cat's normal routine. Notice how much water he usually drinks. This will be important information because an increase or decrease in water consumption can be a symptom of certain diseases. Are you familar with your cat's litter box habits? If so, you may be able to detect diarrhea, constipation, and potential urinary tract problems early. Become familar with his usual volume of urine or feces, as well as its color.