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Pets
Pets
Keeping Your Cat Healthy and Happy
Cats make great pets. They are quieter than dogs, require
less care, and can provide their owners with plenty of
attention and love.
Also, cats adjust well to indoor living, take great care in
grooming themselves, and are easily trained to use a cat
box. For these reasons they can live in an apartment as
well as a large house.
But there are some diseases that can strike your cat even
if you are giving the best of care. Here are a few.
Ringworm
Ringworm is a common skin disease in cats and dogs. Cats
usually pick up the disease from contaminated objects such
as clippers or bedding or by coming in direct contact with
other animals infected with this disease.
One to two tablespoons of colloidal silver should get rid
of ringworm on your cat in about one week, or you can take
them to the vet for medication.
Diabetes
Some cats become diabetic. Its scary when you first know
your cat has diabetes but once you start understanding the
disease and get more used to the monitoring it, it becomes
easier for you and your kitty. Informing yourself of the
disease is crucial. It is not the same as human diabetes.
Obesity
Obesity is the most common nutritional disease in pets;
estimates suggest that up to 45% of dogs and up to 13% of
cats are obese (many doctors think these estimates are
quite low judging by the number of obese pets they see
every day in practice).
The only thing you can do is regulate how much food they
eat. If your cat is overweight, don't leave dry food out
all the time. Begin feeding him or her once in the morning
and once in the evening.
Basic Care for Your Cat
The best things you can do for your cat is to keep him or
her inside away from cars and other dangers, give your cat
plenty of water and a healthy, balanced diet that is high
in protein, and brush him or her daily. Daily brushing will
help prevent hairballs, which is a common malady for cats.
Aside from those basic things, keep poisonous plants out of
your home or yard, and keep your home free from any small
strings or objects that your cat might accidentally
swallow. It's fairly common to hear of cats that have
swallowed an object such as a string, and dying from the
resulting obstruction in his digestive system.
Fleas
Fleas multiply fast and do not voluntarily leave the body
of the pet. Fleas can transmit tapeworms and cause itchy
allergic reactions, which can lead to scratching, hair
loss, and infection.
It is highly recommended that at the first sign of fleas
you put something on your cat to get rid of the fleas, such
as Frontline or Advantage. Don't let fleas take over.
Infections
Urinary tract infections are another health danger for
cats. If your cat suddenly stops using the litter box, a
urinary tract infection is suspect.
Conclusion
Cats can be wonderful companions. With some basic care and
a lot of love, they can be your good friend for many years.
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Filled with information about cat breeds and how to take
care of your cat, http://www.catloversportal.com is for cat
lovers around the world. Learn about different cat breeds,
how to care for your cat, and much more.
Cats make great pets. They are quieter than dogs, require
less care, and can provide their owners with plenty of
attention and love.
Also, cats adjust well to indoor living, take great care in
grooming themselves, and are easily trained to use a cat
box. For these reasons they can live in an apartment as
well as a large house.
But there are some diseases that can strike your cat even
if you are giving the best of care. Here are a few.
Ringworm
Ringworm is a common skin disease in cats and dogs. Cats
usually pick up the disease from contaminated objects such
as clippers or bedding or by coming in direct contact with
other animals infected with this disease.
One to two tablespoons of colloidal silver should get rid
of ringworm on your cat in about one week, or you can take
them to the vet for medication.
Diabetes
Some cats become diabetic. Its scary when you first know
your cat has diabetes but once you start understanding the
disease and get more used to the monitoring it, it becomes
easier for you and your kitty. Informing yourself of the
disease is crucial. It is not the same as human diabetes.
Obesity
Obesity is the most common nutritional disease in pets;
estimates suggest that up to 45% of dogs and up to 13% of
cats are obese (many doctors think these estimates are
quite low judging by the number of obese pets they see
every day in practice).
The only thing you can do is regulate how much food they
eat. If your cat is overweight, don't leave dry food out
all the time. Begin feeding him or her once in the morning
and once in the evening.
Basic Care for Your Cat
The best things you can do for your cat is to keep him or
her inside away from cars and other dangers, give your cat
plenty of water and a healthy, balanced diet that is high
in protein, and brush him or her daily. Daily brushing will
help prevent hairballs, which is a common malady for cats.
Aside from those basic things, keep poisonous plants out of
your home or yard, and keep your home free from any small
strings or objects that your cat might accidentally
swallow. It's fairly common to hear of cats that have
swallowed an object such as a string, and dying from the
resulting obstruction in his digestive system.
Fleas
Fleas multiply fast and do not voluntarily leave the body
of the pet. Fleas can transmit tapeworms and cause itchy
allergic reactions, which can lead to scratching, hair
loss, and infection.
It is highly recommended that at the first sign of fleas
you put something on your cat to get rid of the fleas, such
as Frontline or Advantage. Don't let fleas take over.
Infections
Urinary tract infections are another health danger for
cats. If your cat suddenly stops using the litter box, a
urinary tract infection is suspect.
Conclusion
Cats can be wonderful companions. With some basic care and
a lot of love, they can be your good friend for many years.
----------------------------------------------------
Filled with information about cat breeds and how to take
care of your cat, http://www.catloversportal.com is for cat
lovers around the world. Learn about different cat breeds,
how to care for your cat, and much more.
