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Holey Teeth, Catman! Resorptive Lesions and Your Cat

Updated 10 October 2020 By Pawesome Cats 4 Comments

What do you think is the biggest cause of tooth loss in the cat? a) Gum disease b) Resorptive lesions c) Trauma (such as a fall or accident) d) Caries e) Something else. If you answered (b) then give your cat a stroke, because this is the … [Read more...]

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Poisoning in Cats: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Updated 9 October 2020 By Dr Pippa Elliott 3 Comments

It is a rare cat that scavenges and eats something she shouldn’t, so poisoning isn’t necessarily a problem at the forefront of a cat guardian’s mind. However, cats are still at very real risk of toxicity, even in the safety of their own home. At … [Read more...]

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How to Help a Blind Cat Adjust to Life Without Sight

Updated 10 October 2020 By Pawesome Cats 2 Comments

What do you do if your cat loses their sight? Firstly, it's important to know that cats usually adjust well to blindness, whether they suffer a partial or a complete loss of vision. That's because a blind cat quickly learns to rely on their other … [Read more...]

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Cat Scratch Disease: What You Need to Know

Updated 13 September 2020 By Pawesome Cats 3 Comments

Don’t you love it when a problem is self-explanatory? ‘Cat scratch fever’ is one such condition as, ‘It does what it says on the label.’ This is people run a fever as a result of being scratched by a cat. Simple. However that simplicity belies a … [Read more...]

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Is Tap Water Safe for Your Pets?

Updated 12 September 2020 By Pawesome Cats 7 Comments

Water is essential to life, but is tap water harming your pet? To a certain extent the answer depends on where you live. Simply put, if the tap water isn’t fit for human consumption then it shouldn’t be given to pets. However, even for water that … [Read more...]

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Early Age Desexing: Benefits vs Risks

Updated 12 September 2020 By Dr Pippa Elliott 4 Comments

Responsible cat guardianship means caring for your cat’s health and welfare, but also understanding the bigger picture of stray and unwanted cats. Indeed shelters are full to overflowing with cats desperately longing for their fur-ever home, so it’s … [Read more...]

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Understanding Food Allergies and Intolerance in Cats

Updated 9 October 2020 By Pawesome Cats 19 Comments

Which of the following are signs your cat could have a food allergy or intolerance? a) Upset stomach b) Dull coat c) Itchy skin [You’ll find the answer at the end of this article!] Under estimated, overlooked, and under diagnosed: … [Read more...]

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Signs of Heart Disease and Heart Failure in Cats

Updated 9 October 2020 By Dr Pippa Elliott 20 Comments

Sometimes a cat is their own worst enemy, especially with regards to heart disease. The trouble is their naturally laid back attitude makes it difficult to spot the classic signs of heart disease. After all, in a condition where lack of energy … [Read more...]

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What to do if Your Cat is Dehydrated

Updated 9 October 2020 By Pawesome Cats 17 Comments

Would you know if your cat is dehydrated? At some point in their life it’s likely your cat will become dehydrated, so recognising the symptoms and knowing what to do is important. It matters because dehydration puts a big strain on vital organs … [Read more...]

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Diabetes in Cats: What are the Risk Factors?

Updated 13 September 2020 By Dr Pippa Elliott 18 Comments

How much do you know about diabetes in cats? If your reaction is “Enough,” then this piece is especially for you. I like to think that by the end of the article you’ll understand why every cat guardian should be up to speed on the risk factors for … [Read more...]

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