Cats are at risk for contracting a number of intestinal parasites. One of the most common is tapeworms. They do not belong to the same family as roundworms and hookworms. Tapeworms are classified as cestodes. There are several types of tapeworms known to infect cats. The most common species found in cats is Dipylidium caninum. […]
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Roundworms in Cats: Causes, Treatments, Prevention and Tips
As their name suggests, round worms are large and round. They are one of the more common parasites to infect cats. They may reach up to 10 to 12 centimeters in length and resemble cooked spaghetti. The parasitic roundworm (Ascaris lumbricoides) causes a disease called Ascariasis. This simply means the cat is infected with this […]
Pet Health Insurance: What You Need to Know and Our Two Top Picks
When it comes to health insurance for your pets, you want to pick the best plan because essentially, your pets are like your children. There are many options available with various aspects to consider. What Makes a Good Plan? What makes a good health plan for cats and kittens is very similar to what would […]
Hairballs in Cats: Causes, Treatments and Prevention
Every cat owner dreads hearing that gagging sound. You know that any minute you’ll be hunched over scooping up a disgusting wad of fur matted with vomit (unless you have a Sphynx). Well, your cat doesn’t like them very much either. They can be a gross disruption to both your routines. Aside from being a […]
Pneumonia in Cats: Causes, Treatments, Prevention and Tips
Pneumonia is an inflammatory, infectious condition affecting the lungs. It can involve one portion of the lungs, or the lungs in their entirety. Foreign organisms invade the respiratory system by way of the nostrils or trachea and make their way to the alveoli, which are little branches and clusters of air sacks that make up […]
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV): Causes, Treatments, and Tips
FIV is a lentivirus that is closely related to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). FIV does not affect humans and HIV can not affect cats but the genome structures are similar and both viruses attack the immune system in a similar fashion. FIV affects two to four percent of cats worldwide. There are five subtypes of […]
Top 5 Ways You Can Help Save Pets; It All Begins With You
Did you know that in the over 20 million pets that end up in animal shelters, 15 million of them are euthanized? It is such a pity that innocent pets have to go through this as a result of human cruelty, starvation, disease and neglect. However, we have the power to change all of that […]
Create Your Own Pet Website in Less Than 10 Minutes
Most people think it’s a complicated process to create their own website. I will show you step-by-step how you can step your own website (hopefully a Pet Related Website) in less than 10 minutes. The entire process will involve two parts: Signup for a Hosting Account (Steps 1 – 4): This is where your website […]
Feline Panleukopenia (Feline Distemper): Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
Feline panleukopenia virus (FPV) is most commonly known as feline distemper. It’s a viral disease that affects both domesticated and wild species of cats. It is in the genus of feline parvovirus, which is close relative of the canine parvovirus. What Causes FPV? As mentioned, feline distemper is caused by a parvovirus. It is ubiquitous, […]
Stomatitis in Cats (Sore Mouth): Causes, Treatments and Tips
Feline stomatitis is a very painful condition. It is an umbrella term that is used for the swelling and inflammation of the mouth. The pain is so significant that as the condition progresses, the cat will stop eating. Also in cases of Stomatitis in Cats, the area around the hinges of the cat’s jaw and […]