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Want to keep your cat healthy and happy from kittenhood to their senior years? Our cat health articles include advice on feline nutrition, and how to spot the early signs of illness and disease. We also include everyday healthcare tips on grooming, flea prevention, hairballs, dental health, safety and more.
You might associate the bright orange pumpkin with Halloween, but this tasty vegetable isn’t just for making Jack O’ Lanterns in October! Pumpkin is delicious and nutritious, and not just for us humans. Despite the fact that it’s not something they’d naturally eat in the wild, pumpkin has a surprising range of health benefits for cats and dogs. Digestive …
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In recognition of Pet Fire Safety Day we share our tips to help prevent accidental fires from starting in the home and discuss how to protect your pets (cats, dogs and any other furry creatures) from summer bushfires. Pets and Accidental Fires One winter evening many years ago, Angel Onyx (1998 - 2014) almost started a fire in our home when he decided it was a …
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Just like humans, cats have their own personal tastes and habits when it comes to dinner time. Your cat may be a big fan of fish or turn his nose up at tuna, be a fussy eater or scoff down everything that’s put in front of him, but as domestic cats (particularly indoor cats) rely on us to feed them, it’s important that we get it right. Apart from making sure you feed your …
Did you know breast cancer in cats is the third most common type of feline cancer? There are three common cancers in cats. These are, in order: It is perhaps, a surprising statistic that breast cancer is as high on this list as it is. Mammary tumours in cats is not something that pops readily to mind when worrying about our cats’ health . . . but it does …
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A zoonotic disease is a disease that can be transmitted between humans and animals. Yes, there are actually some diseases that you can catch from your cat! Zoonotic diseases can be transmitted via the bodily fluids of an infected cat, through flea bites or via skin contact if it’s a skin disease, but the method of transmission varies. It’s important to understand which …
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There is a lot of misinformation about fleas and flea treatment for cats. Let’s debunk 10 of the most common myths and set the record straight. 1. If my cat had fleas, I’d see them. Not necessarily. Fleas are small parasites that move quickly through your cat's fur, making them difficult to spot, especially in cats with thick or long fur. Cats also groom themselves …
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It’s extremely important to get female cats spayed, both for health reasons and to help avoid overpopulation. It’s not always that easy though, for example some vets don’t like to operate if your cat’s under a certain weight and if your female cat comes into season before her operation, she’ll be very determined to get out. If your cat does become pregnant, here’s what you can …
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Is your cat carrying a little extra weight? While “chonky” cats might seem cute and cuddly, carrying excess weight can seriously harm their health. From diabetes and arthritis to heart disease and even cancer, the health risks for overweight cats are significant. With nearly two-thirds of pet cats in developed countries now overweight, it’s more important than ever to …
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No two cats are alike, or will have exactly the same eating habits so before you determine whether your cat’s eating habits are consistent with an eating disorder, you first need to know what’s normal for your cat. If you free feed your cat (e.g. leave your cat’s food bowl out all the time) it can be difficult to monitor how much your cat is eating which is why we recommend …
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During the hot summer months when the temperatures soar outside, humans, cats and dogs are all at increased risk of heatstroke and sunburn. Here’s what you need to know about heatstroke and sunburn to ensure your cat enjoys summer safely. What are the signs? Heatstroke in Cats Heatstroke is not as common in cats as it is in dogs, but your cat can still be susceptible …
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