We all love our feline companions and want to protect them at any cost, so we’ve put together a list of the most dangerous cat diseases that we think you should know about. Although not all cats are at risk of developing these diseases, it’s vital that you know what they are in order to recognize the symptoms. Take-Home Message...
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It can be worrying to observe your cat gagging. Some causes of gagging are harmless and others can be quite dangerous. It’s important to know what could be causing gagging so you know how to help your cat. What Is Gagging? Gagging is a normal reaction that can affect a cat’s body (gagging happens in people, too). Sometimes called...
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Most cats at some point in their lives will have an upset tummy. This might involve vomiting, diarrhea, or a bit of both. It can make our feline friends feel under the weather and not their usual happy, energetic selves. Mild upset tummies will resolve in a day or two but other cases might need some treatment at home or...
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There’s nothing worse than seeing our cats in pain or discomfort. Watching them appear to strain when they poop or pee can be especially alarming because it may be a sign of several underlying health conditions. In these situations, the important thing to know is if they are straining to poop, or straining to pee. Both of these types of...
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Ticks are pesky parasites that are commonly found in long leafy grasses and shaded woodland areas. They can be found in many outdoor areas and can affect cats, humans, and other pets. Along with being irritating pests, ticks can also be very dangerous, as they spread tick-borne diseases that can make our cats (and us) sick. Certain tick-borne diseases such...
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As cat owners, we want our cats to be healthy and happy. The thought of them being in any sort of pain or discomfort is upsetting and worrying. Often, it’s obvious when our cat is in pain, like when they come through the back door holding up one of their paws and they’re clearly limping. But this isn’t always the...
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Most cat owners know that cats are very clean creatures. They have pristine toileting habits and they even cover over their pee and poop! They readily use a litter box (or outdoor flower bed) from a young age and continue to do this throughout their life. If your cat is suddenly peeing outside of their litter box and instead going...
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As cat owners, we devote so much of our time to our feline companions. We cuddle them, play with them, and make sure that they’re warm and well fed. In exchange, our cats provide us with love and companionship. However, this isn’t the case with all cats. Some cats are affectionate while others can completely ignore us. Why does this...
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Kneading is an adorable cat behavior that many cats display. It involves the rhythmic movement of the front paws pushing out and then pulling back in alternatively. This is affectionately known as "making biscuits" or "kneading bread" as it resembles these movements. It’s a common cat behavior, but that doesn’t mean that all cats knead. Some cats don’t knead...
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Pregnancy is an exciting time and it affects everyone in the household, even your cat. With pregnancy, comes the hustle and bustle of preparing for a new baby. This can involve new furniture, changes in house layout, change of routine, and more. Considering that cats love routine, it’s likely that they’ll pick up on these changes. But what about the...
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