Category Archives: Cat Health

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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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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How Old is My Cat in Human Years?

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Rebecca Schmidt

The simple chart for indoor cats is as follows (cat age on left, human years on right) : 1 – 15 9 – 52 … Continue reading →

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Why do Cats Purr?

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Rebecca Schmidt

Nothing is more satisfying than a purr-filled cuddle session with your favorite feline. You may wonder why cats purr, and what it means.The science behind purring has fascinated people for years, and is still being debated about today. What it means … Continue reading →

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Can I Feed My Cat Milk?

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Rebecca Schmidt

Generally speaking, cats should not drink milk. Starting at a young age, cats have difficulty digesting lactose (milk sugar). You should not feed a kitten milk, but if you desire to give treats to your older cats, there are a … Continue reading →

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What is My Cat Trying to Tell Me? – Feline Body Language

Posted on August 30, 2014 by Rebecca Schmidt

What is your cat trying to say to you? With the sway of its tail or the blink of an eye, your cat could be trying to tell you something. Your cat uses many different body signals to communicate with you. … Continue reading →

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Why Do Cats Hide?

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Rebecca Schmidt

They sit and wait, ready to pounce on your ankles. They hide up high and down low in pure darkness. Cats that hide have many different reasons to do so. Cats that are in the hunting mood may tend to … Continue reading →

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Feline Anal Gland Impaction, Infection, and Abscess

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Rebecca Schmidt

Your cat has two small glands under its tail that are about the size of peas. These glands are referred to as anal glands or scent glands. Secretions from these glands mark your cat’s stool with an odor that identifies … Continue reading →

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National Pet Dental Health Month 2014 – Feline Dental Disease

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Rebecca Schmidt

Does your cat’s mouth seem a bit tender when touched or is she more cautious when she eats? Your cat may be suffering from dental disease. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, 70 percent of cats show some sign … Continue reading →

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Heat Related Health Problems For Cats

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Rebecca Schmidt

These hot dog days of summer can be very difficult on your cat, especially if he or she gets overheated. Heat-related health issues – like heat exhaustion and heat stroke – are not just problems for people, they are also … Continue reading →

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