If the cats involved are owned by your neighbors, you might try a non-confrontational approach — let them know what their cat has been doing and suggest that perhaps neutering their cat might help solve some of these problems. A politely worded note can be left on their door if you wish...
78 For example, serum alanine amino transferase (ALT) may be significantly elevated with hyperthyroidism, but if only ALT is analyzed, the veterinarian may focus on liver problems instead of the many other health conditions that may affect ALT. There is high value to an individual cat when ...
doi:http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/liver-disease-and-treatmentCanine and Feline liver disease diagnosis and treatment has improved dramatically over the last 20 years due to clinicians working to obtain a definitive diagnosis with improved diagnostic pro...
In addition to all the skin problems that fleas can cause, fleas can use our cats as transportation around our home and lay their eggs in our carpets, couches and other places where they will hatch and potentially create a very unpleasant flea infestation. While treating dog fleas is very di...
1.Potential Link to Health Problems Some studies in animals have suggested a connection between Ethoxyquin andliver and kidney damage. Concerns have also been raised about its potential to contribute to cancer and other serious health issues. Although research is inconclusive, the possibility of long...
When they lose weight quickly, they can get a fatty liver (hepatic lipidosis), a life-threatening condition that requires appropriate treatment. While wet/canned foods are a great option to improve the appetite, not every cat is adapted to them. If the food is complete and balanced, it can...
Recognizing the signs of plant poisoning in cats, like difficulty breathing, liver failure or acute kidney failure, is essential for prompt treatment. 17 Plants and Flowers That Are Poisonous to Cats Here's the ASPCA's list of the 17 most toxic plants to steer your kitty away from. 1. ...
to help your cat recover from illness faster for short-term treatment while your vet is waiting on test results to reduce the risk of life-threatening consequences of anorexia, including fatty liver disease ( hepatic lipidosis ) to encourage eating after surgery to help a highly stressed, shy,...
The more dangerous part of the toxicity though occurs when the liver starts to metabolize the EG into other compounds, which themselves have wide-ranging disastrous effects within the body. One of the most damaging effects is the formation of mineral crystals which settle in and lead to failure...
The liver of a cat is less effective at detoxification than those of other animals, including humans and dogs; therefore exposure to many common substances considered safe for households may be dangerous to them. In general, the cat's environment should be examined for the presence of such toxi...