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The Dangers of Heartworm?
Heartworm, which is spread by mosquitoes, can be fatal if left untreated. The Vet can prescribe preventative medication. To learn more about Feline Heartworm, visit the American Animal Hospital Association's website at: http://www.healthypet.com/newsletter.html
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Infected Gums Can Lead to Heart, Kidney & Liver Disease?
Warning signs of dental disease include bad breath; red, swollen gums; nasal discharge; bleeding & pain in the mouth/gums; swelling or tearing below one eye; broken, missing or discolored teeth; weight loss; decreased appetite; dull, flaky coat; and difficulty eating.
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Tips for Good Dental Care for Your Pet?
Experts recommend several steps to keep your pet's teeth and gums healthy. 1) Use dry pet food. 2) Offer your pet chew toys. 3) Have regular exams and dental cleanings for your pet.
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The Dangers Fleas Pose to Cats?
Fleas can cause serious medical problems, including tapeworms, anemia (in extreme cases), skin irritation, and infections. The best approach for fighting fleas is prevention. There are many products on the market to repel and kill fleas, including all-natural Hinoki Pet Spray.
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Where Fleas & Ticks Like to Gather on Your Cat?
Most ticks & fleas congregate on a cat's stomach and face. However, the fleas & ticks you find on your favorite feline may represent a mere 5% of your potential infestation problem.
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The Most Common Age-Related Feline Problems?
According to veterinarians, the most common age-related feline conditions are: arthritis, cancer, diabetes mellitus, gum disease, heart & circulatory disease, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, kidney diease, liver disease, and tartar buildup. The first (and best) line of defense in keeping your feline healthy and happy is regular visits to the vet. (Source: Cat Fancy, Janaury 1999)
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How To Help Your Cat Age Gracefully?
Top Vets recommend 6 steps to help your feline enjoy a long and healthy life. The steps are: 1) Regular visits to the Vet, 2) Daily grooming, 3) Keep a daily journal of your cat's eating, drinking, sleeping, and behavioral habits, 4) Modify your cat's diet for its age and health, 5) Establish and stick to a routine, and 6) Be aware of changes brought on by age. Eve Adamson says, "The kindest thing you can do for your cat is to nurture and ease it into the golden years with lots of attention and love. Slow the pace. Relax. Smell the catnip." (Source: Cat Fancy, January 1999)
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Which Houseplants May Be Fatal To A Cat?
Jill A. Richardson, DVM, veterinary poison information specialist for the ASPCA, National Animal Poison Control Center, recommends that the following plants NOT be kept in a household with cats. A partial list of plants that may be dangerous to cats includes: Aloe Vera, Asparagus Ferns, Azalea, Baby's Breath, Bird of Paradise, Calla Lily, Castor Bean, Christmas Rose, Clematis, Croton, Cyclamen, Daffodil, Diefenbachia, Dragon Tree, Easter Lily, Elephant Ears, English & German Ivy, Eucalyptus, Foxglove, Geranium, Indian Rubber Plant, most ivy plants, Japanese Show Lily, Jerusalem Cherry, Lily of the Valley, most lily plants, Mistletoe, Morning Glory, Mother-In-Law's Tongue, Narcissus, Nightshade, Oleander, Onions, Poinsettia, Poison Oak & Ivy, Pothos, Primrose, Rhododendron, Sago Palm, String of Pearls, Sweetheart Ivy, Tomato Plant, Tree Philodendron, Weeping Fig, and Yew. For information on Cat-Friendly plants, please visit the ASPCA/NAPCC website at: http://www.napcc.aspca.org (Source: Wendy Christensen, Cat Fancy magazine, June 1998)
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How Often A Typical Cat Should Be Groomed?
As if a 'typical cat' exists! Some experts say that cats should be brushed 5-10 minutes each day to help remove dirt and dead hair. Daily brushing stimulates the production of natural skin oils and helps spread them throughout the animal's coat to keep it shiny and lustrous. Pets with normal coats and skin need only be bathed as often as the owner deems necessary ( not more than twice per month). Bathing too often can remove naural oils and lead to dry skin and other skin problems. (Source: Chris C. Pinney, DVM, Guide to Home Pet Grooming, Barron's Educational Series)
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5 Common Feline Diseases?
Five common feline diseases include: Calicivirus (may lead to pneumonia), Chlamydia (may lead to eye infections & pneumonia), Feline Leukemia (usually fatal), Panleukopenia (feline distemper, often fatal), and Rhinotracheitis (often fatal in kittens).
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