The Three Common Worms in Cats Roundworms, Tapeworms, Hookworms When cat owners get together, they exchange stories about how quirky or cute their pets are, laugh over the “biggest hairball I ever saw” joke but they almost never discuss deworming their pets! Yet, worms are a very common ailment, even in well cared for...
Signs of Worms in your Cat Like most mammals, your cat’s intestinal tract is host to many different kinds of tiny biological critters. Most are harmless but the ones that instinctively give people the shudders are worms. These parasitic pests can enter your cat’s body in numerous ways; some kittens are even born carrying...
Treating Upper Respiratory Infections: Cat Flu, Colds And Feline Asthma Yes, Your Cat Can Get the Flu… Some cats like some people can be prone to upper respiratory problems. Signs of that your cat may have a “cold” or “flu” are: Sneezing Sniffling Runny nose and eyes Coughing Fever An upper respiratory infection can...
Fleas Aren’t In The Circus Anymore! What animal can leap longer than 100 times its own length? Or can lift a weight a 100 times heavier than its own body weight? Yes, you guessed it, the common cat flea. Cat fleas are one the most annoying and resistant pests that pet owners normally encounter....
Kitty Got a Bad Hairball Day? If you live with a cat sooner or later you will hear the charming sound of retching late at night somewhere in the house. You will quickly learn the value of wearing slippers as you stagger around those cigar-shaped masses early in the morning. Yes, kitty has hairballs....