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Yes. All cats have a large number of bacteria, such as Pasteurella multocida, in their mouths which can be transmitted to the bite wound. An infected bite wound can become red, swollen and…
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There are a couple of situations in which you may find it appropriate to use a body harness. Firstly, some owners find it difficult to let their cat have free access to the outside world due to concerns about their pet's safety, for example due to the proximity of main roads.
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These notes are provided to help you understand the diagnosis or possible diagnosis of cancer in your pet. For general information on cancer in pets ask for our handout "What is…
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Carbimazole is used to treat overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) in your cat. The thyroid gland is producing too much thyroid hormone causing symptoms in your pet such as increased…
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Cardiomyopathy is a term used to describe diseases of the heart muscle (cardio = heart, myo = muscle, pathy = disease). In cats, various different types of cardiomyopathy have been described.…
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This is the term used to describe a broken bone. In recent years, the use of modem veterinary equipment and a better understanding of the theory and practice of fracture repair, has resulted…
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The hip is a simple "ball and socket" joint located at the top of both hind limbs. This joint has a wide range of movement in all directions and its efficient function is essential…
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Feline Chlamydiosis is caused by a bacterium-like organism. It is an unusual bacterium because it lives inside the cells of the body whereas most bacteria live outside cells. The full name of…
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There are many different diseases that can affect the kidneys in the cat. Chronic renal failure (CRF) is the end point of a number of different disease processes. All animals have a large…
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Chronic upper respiratory tract (URT) disease is a relatively common problem in cats, and can have many causes. The most common form is termed chronic post viral or idiopathic rhinitis. In…