Cats that have not been spayed cycle through a fertile period every 14–21 days during the breeding season.1 This is called being “in heat.” When a female cat is in heat, this is an indication she is ready to mate with a male cat. Some owners find the behavior of their cats while they are …
Have you ever looked over at your cat and watched them pull a face as if they have smelt something disgusting? Interestingly, this is a natural reflex they possess called the Flehmen Response. It also goes by the name Flehmen Grimace or Flehmen Reaction. It is a technique that has been developed which aids in …
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Garlic, while responsible for making so much of our food taste delicious, is highly toxic to cats. What should you do if your cat has eaten some garlic bread? Garlic and other allium vegetables such as onions, leeks, chives, and shallots, are poisonous to cats. Depending on the amount ingested, symptoms can appear in a …
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Ear cancer is a relatively common occurrence in cats. Two main types of tumors affect a cat’s ears. These are ear canal tumors and skin cancer tumors. Ear canal tumors are usually found in the outer area of the ear and the external ear canal. They can also be seen in the inner or middle …
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Constipation is a very common problem for cats. Often the symptoms are mild, and there are lots of things you can do at home to help your cat and ease their discomfort. Most cats pass feces every 24–36 hours, but if your cat is going less frequently than this or they seem uncomfortable when in …
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Pyometra in cats is a serious infection where your cat’s uterus fills with pus. Your cat can become very ill, and it can even be fatal. It is thought to be caused by hormonal changes affecting the lining of the uterus and the presence of bacteria. The most effective treatment method is to perform surgery …
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Cats are pretty protective over their belly. It is one of their softest, most vulnerable spots so it is little wonder we are often met with a handful of claws if we try to touch or pet them there. If your cat will tolerate being tickled or rubbed on their belly, you may have noticed, …
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