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A wound is an injury causing damage to the skin and often underlying tissues. It can be open (e.g. a cut) or closed (e.g. a bruise). Try to stop initial bleeding by applying pressure to the…
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Osteoarthritis commonly occurs in older cats but the importance of this disease has only recently been recognised. This is because it can be difficult to see the signs of arthritis in cats as…
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Pancreatitis describes an inflammation in the pancreas. The pancreas is an organ situated next to the liver and small intestine, and is important in producing insulin, which enables our organs…
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Play is an important component of kitten development, and proper play and exercise should be encouraged.Young kittens play using chasing and pouncing behaviours that seem to have their origin…
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Play is a very important part of the feline world and kittens need the opportunity to play in order to learn vital adult skills both in communication and in hunting. From a very early age,…
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Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is an inherited condition in cats, that causes multiple cysts (pockets of fluid) to form in the kidneys. These cysts are present from birth. They start out very…
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On arriving home you should keep your pet warm and comfortable by providing a soft clean bed, ideally in a quiet and draught free room at approximately 20-22°C. Unless otherwise…
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Feline poxvirus is a member of the Orthopoxvirus group, which also includes vaccinia virus, the virus used as a vaccine in the successful eradication of smallpox. The virus cannot be…
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Breeding cats can be an extremely rewarding experience. However, before undertaking a breeding programme it is essential to understand what this involves; from the time of mating to the time…
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Unfortunately, at the moment, there are no reliable blood tests that will detect pregnancy in the cat.