Like their owners, cats require various essential nutrients to maintain optimal health. Vitamins are among these, playing a critical role in supporting multiple physiological processes in your cat’s body. Your cat is an obligate carnivore, so it eats mostly meat and gains most nutrients. But as cats have become domesticated and rely on hand-delivered meals … Read more
Did you know that purring is not always a sign of happiness in cats? While a purring, cuddly cat may seem content, there are some concerning reasons why your cat may be purring instead of eating. Loss of appetite accompanied by purring can signal an underlying medical issue that needs veterinary attention. This article will … Read more
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a life-threatening condition that affects cats of all ages. It occurs when the heart is unable to pump sufficient blood to meet the body’s needs. Fluid can build up in the lungs or other parts of the body, causing congestion. CHF is a common problem in cats, especially seniors and … Read more
The curiosity of cats can make your pet try to act abnormally or exhibit some habits. Some of these habits include attempting to eat anything that comes their way. There are times the cats can be lucky to eat something beneficial, or unlucky to eat poisonous foods or stomach irritants like spicy food. Generally, all mammals have … Read more
Have you wondered what causes birth defects in cats? I mean why some cats are obviously different from others? This is as a result of an unusual mating practice within the family of the cat termed inbreeding. The offspring of such practice are called inbred cats. The truth is cats have no taboo against mating with … Read more
Kittens under 4 weeks old have very specific nutritional needs that require a milk replacement formula. They cannot properly digest cow’s milk or most other dairy products. Feeding them something their bodies cannot process can lead to diarrhea, intestinal issues, malnutrition, and even death. Homemade kitten milk replacers provide an alternative source of nutrition for … Read more
Kittens have very specific nutritional needs in their first few months of life to support their rapid growth and development. As they transition from nursing to eating solid foods around 4-6 weeks of age, it’s important to choose foods that will provide complete and balanced nutrition. Many kitten owners wonder if dry food is an … Read more
Kittens at birth are very small, they weigh about 3.5 ounces. As they grow, kittens gain up to 10 grams per day till they are weaned off at about 8 weeks with a weight of about 2 pounds. The essence of this background history is to give you insight into how kittens should look at … Read more
Cats are beautiful creatures, but their beauty can be spoiled by ticks. Ticks are tiny insects that attach themselves to the skin of cats and feed on their blood. Ticks can cause serious health issues in cats, especially if left untreated for a long time. There are many effective oral medications that can help treat … Read more
Ear mites are a common pet health problem that can cause your cat to scratch its ears, shake its head, and even lose hair. They are small parasites that live in the ear canal of both cats and dogs and feed on the skin cells. The most common sign of ear mites is excessive scratching … Read more