As you can see in the video above, a basic pill “popper” or “gun” makes giving solid medications to your sick cat both painless and stress-free. Which is good for you both.

A pill popper is usually a device with a long plastic barrel  with a split or rubber tip on one end to grip and hold the med and a plunger on the other.

These devices can administer tablets and capsules to cats more quickly, safely, and easily than you can with bare fingers.

Here are the steps to pill a cat again…

1.) Place the pill or capsule into pill popper’s rubber or grip tip (before you pick up your pet!)

2.) Open your pet’s mouth and tilt the head slightly upward. A 45 degree angle is ideal.

3.) Insert the popper and place the rubber tip on back part of tongue.

4.) Quickly push the plunger to eject the medication.

5.) Withdraw the piller immediately and close your pet’s mouth.  Watch for swallowing, usually indicated by your cat licking it’s nose.

You can aid  the cat’s swallowing process by giving them a sip of cool water from an eyedropper.

In an emergency, if a pill seems to get stuck in the cat’s  month, you can also use your own saliva to help get a pill down.

Yes I know UGH, but if you have to you can quickly tilt their head back and release some of your saliva into their mouth! Better this than have your pet choke on an undissolved pill.

Now an alternative to a pill popper is a pill wrap or pocket. These pockets eliminates the need to force a pill down a pet’s throat or wrap it in some kind of fatty table food like cheese or hot dogs.

The pockets are hollow so almost size pill can be hidden inside. Plus they are made from easy to digest foods that taste good to even the most picky eater.

“My cat keeps sneezing. How serious is it?” At first you thought it was no big deal. But you know that chronic sneezing might be a sign of  a serious more condition, just as in humans.

You hate seeing your pet suffer, and hate cleaning up all the mucous and snot! But what you really want to know is, “Is my cat’s chronic sneezing a sign of Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)?”

Usually, when you are thinking, “my cat keeps sneezing”, some local environmental effect is the culprit. He stuck his nose somewhere that got some dust, dander or other irritant lodged in his nostrils.

He may just sneeze out the irritant. But sometimes this can cause his sinus tissues to become damaged. These tender tissues are raw and very susceptible to disease and bacteria.

They can lead to more serious afflictions, like FIV, which can be deadly if not treated promptly.

Let’s look at some common symptoms of FIV.

Chronic sneezing and nasal discharge
Fever and fatigue
Red and wet eyes
Chronic diarrhea
Skin and hair loss
Excessive urination and thirst
Overeating

As you can see, FIV is a disease that can manifest itself in many forms. This is because once the immune system is weak, any number of afflictions and bacteria can invade!

The key to combating your cat’s excessive sneezing, whether it is a sign of FIV or merely an upper respiratory congestion, is to boost your beloved pet’s immune system immediately to fight bacteria and disease.

Wild cats eat leaves and herbs when they begin to feel a negative change in their body’s many internal systems.

They know the answer lies in natural minerals. Your cat is no different. Natural, herbal, homeopathic remedies to combat upper respiratory issues like chronic sneezing, coughing and weepy eyes provide an overall immune boost. This boost in their immunity system improves overall resistance to all afflictions and ailments!

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Did you know that 2% to 3% of all healthy cats have FIV? It is laying in wait for your pet’s immune system to weaken. Then it allows some affliction to strike.

The upside is that every cat that is diagnosed with FIV early usually lives a full healthy life through the application of regular treatment. And if your cat’s sneezing is simply a minor upper respiratory infection, this same natural homeopathic cure will alleviate his sneezing also.

Provide your pet with an overall immune system boost, ward off FIV, and stop her cold and flu like symptoms with a safe, fast-acting, natural cure. Then you will never have to say, “My cat keeps sneezing. How serious is it?”

Did you know a natural homeopathic pet cure can treat your feline sneezing and FIV issues in as little as one week with no shots and no vets? You love your pet and want only the safest, all-natural cures when you are asking, “   My cat keeps sneezing! Is it FIV?”

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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 last anywhere from 7 to 10 days. Longer than this and you should take your pet into see your vet.

Cat Flu (an old name for Feline Upper Infectious Respiratory Disease) is still very common in cats. The cause of most cases of upper respiratory infections is believed to be a form of either Feline Pneumonitis, Rhinotracheitis or Calcivirus viruses. Rarely is Cat Flu dangerous to an healthy animal but it can be fatal in an animal with a weakened immune system such as in kittens, older cats or cata with other health issues.

This type infection can easily be spread to other cats via nose or eye discharge, contaminated food dishes and human hands or shared bedding.

The best treatment for a cat with a cold is surprisingly similar to human care. Keep your pet warm, quiet and away from other cats, if possible. In order to avoid dehydration, you can try mixing extra water in with their regular moist or dry food. In case, a runny nose stops them from eating due to loss of smell, you can drizzle a little bit of canned tuna fish or chicken broth over their chow to perk up the taste buds.

Feline Asthma

Suddenly one week, my old tom cat started wheezing with his sides bellowing in and out as he struggled for breath. Imagine my shook when I discovered that he has a feline version of “asthma” similar to mine.

Despite its name many vets believe that this disorder is actually an allergic reaction of your cat to their environment. Numerous outside factors such as molds, mildew and other common allergens can make your cat suffer all the symptoms of a classic asthma attack: wheezing, coughing (sounds similar to a hairball session but without the mess), shortness of breath, labored breathing or panting with heaving sides.

A cat having an asthmatic episode can be very frightening for both the cat and the cat owner. Feline asthma is a chronic and progressive disease that can’t be cured and may even be fatal. So please take your cat to an emergency vet if their condition worsens over time.