Author: Jackie Brown
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New Study Says We Should Wait to Wean Kittens
A new ‘Scientific Reports’ study finds that waiting until 12 or 13 weeks to wean kittens and take them away from their mothers means less aggression and shyness.
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Heartworm in Cats — Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention
Heartworm is rarer in cats than it is in dogs but when cats do contract it, the outlook isn’t good. Learn more about heartworm in cats and the steps you can take to prevent it in the first place.
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What to Know About Horner’s Syndrome in Cats
Does your cat have a sunken eye, droopy eyelids, an exposed third eyelid or one pupil that appears smaller than the other? It might be Horner’s syndrome. Let’s learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for Horner’s syndrome in cats.
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How to Care for Hairless Cats
Think a lack of fur makes hairless cats low maintenance? That’s not the case. Hairless cats need regular care and attention to keep their skin in tip-top shape.
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What Is a Cat Abscess and How Do You Treat It?
Does your cat have an abscess? Where can abscesses form on cats, and why are felines so prone to getting them? And how is a cat abscess treated? Answers to that and more!
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Declawing Banned in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia is the first Canadian province to ban declawing cats. This practice is already banned in some places in the US and abroad.
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Let’s Talk Uveitis in Cats and Why Your Vet Should Check It Out ASAP
What is uveitis in cats, and why is it important to get your cat checked out by the vet ASAP? How is it treated and what does it feel like for your cat?
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Glaucoma in Cats: What Are the Signs and How Do You Treat It?
What exactly is glaucoma in cats and how can you tell if your cat has it? What cats get glaucoma and how is this eye condition treated in cats?
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What Cats Need Grooming? Let’s Talk Bathing and Brushing Your Cat
Cats are often so good at grooming themselves that we sometimes think they don’t need our help. But the answer to what cats need grooming is actually that all cats need our help — but the frequency and type of grooming varies depending on your cat’s breed and coat.
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What Is Keratitis in Cats? Diagnosis and Treatment
Uh-oh. Have you noticed your cat experiencing eye discharge or teary eyes? Could it be keratitis? Let’s learn all about keratitis in cats — the different types, signs and treatments.
