Author Archives: Rebecca Schmidt

Warm Packing Information For Cats

Posted on May 11, 2015 by Rebecca Schmidt

Warm packs are commonly recommended by veterinarians for use on chronic injuries or infected wounds and abscesses. Your veterinarian may recommend warm packing a wound or abscess to help it drain, but only after it has been treated. Warm packing … Continue reading →

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Polydactyl Cats

Posted on April 27, 2015 by Rebecca Schmidt

If you count your cat’s toes, odds are there is a total of 18, with five toes on each front paw and four toes on each rear paw. If your cat is polydactyl, your cat may have as many as … Continue reading →

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Easter Safety Tips For Your Cat

Posted on March 28, 2015 by Rebecca Schmidt

All of the Easter holiday joys come with potential safety hazards that can harm your cat. Here are some safety concerns to be aware of for your cat on Easter. Chocolate can be toxic or even fatal to … Continue reading →

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Does My Cat Need A Bigger Litter Box?

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Rebecca Schmidt

Litter box size is very important! The rule is to have 1 litter box per cat and then 1 extra. One size does not fit all. You want to make sure that your cat has enough room to do his … Continue reading →

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Does My Cat Have Ear Mites?

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Rebecca Schmidt

Inflammation of the external ear canal, also known as Otitis Externa, is a very common reason for veterinary visits for cats and kittens. Once the surface of the ear canal is damaged, bacteria or yeast inside and around the … Continue reading →

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How Much Does an X-ray Cost For a Cat ?

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Rebecca Schmidt

X-rays are a type of radiation called electromagnetic waves. X-ray imaging creates pictures of the inside of your cat’s body. The images show the parts of your cat’s body in different shades of black and white. Different tissues absorb different … Continue reading →

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Why Does My Cat Want To Play When I Want To Sleep?

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Rebecca Schmidt

MYTH: Cats are nocturnal. FACT: Night time and early morning are natural times for cats to be active and want to play. This is known as crepuscular behavior which means “those that are active primarily during dusk and dawn”. If … Continue reading →

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How Does Your Cat Show Affection?

Posted on January 16, 2015 by Rebecca Schmidt

Unlike dogs who will greet you with a sloppy kiss, cats have their own way of showing you their affection. Cheek Rubbing – Cats will rub their cheeks on the corners of furniture or your legs and hands. This … Continue reading →

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How To Introduce Cats To One Another

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Rebecca Schmidt

A gradual introduction is important when bringing a new cat into your household. Personality traits can also be used to determine a good match. Here are some helpful hints to keep in mind when thinking of adding another cat … Continue reading →

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How Much Does An Ultrasound Cost For A Cat

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Rebecca Schmidt

Ultrasound is a very useful diagnostic procedure. Ultrasound allows veterinarians a glimpse of how the internal organs of a cat are functioning. Ultrasound can detect abnormalities in a cat’s bladder, kidneys, liver, pancreas, stomach, intestines and even lymphnodes. Ultrasound images … Continue reading →

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