Cat Health Guide

When we talk about fungus infections in cats, we are basically talking about fungus in the skin of the cat and deep infections, examples include ringworm and histoplasmosis. The time I takes to fully eliminate the infection and get rid the cat of fungus will depend on the type of infection, the treatment received, and the severity of the fungal infection.

As you can see, it would be easy to just throw a number here, but there are many factors that come into play. Know though, that some infections can take very months to fully subside, and treatment must be followed religiously, as every day skipped is a day we give the chance for the infection to spread and thrive again.

Bathing your cat can be problematic if you don’t know how to do it, and don’t have the appropiate tools and preparations for the job.

Have all bathing supplies ready before giving your cat a bath. Learn proper cat bathing tips from a veterinarian in this free pet care video.

A cat stool will normally be firm and formed, but what if your cat starts dropping loose stool? Can something be done to help with this problem and strengthen the cat’s stool? Read on to learn about this problem.

Loose stool appears as a result of intestinal parasites, an inappropriate amount of fiber in the diet, eating the wrong things, food intolerance, some diseases and even stress. Cats who are at more danger of having loose stool are those who are fed by treats, leftovers and those cats who spend a lot of time outside eating strange food.

One of the ways to control your cat stool is by giving them a diet rich in fibers, but sometimes this doesn’t work. One product that sometimes is recommended for these cases is called pet psyllium fiber supplement you can find it available in many brands.

If after trying these two measures your cat’s stool hasn’t strengthened then you need to take the cat to the veterinary to check for problems with parasites or signs of an illness.

Learning how to trim your cat nail is very important, for grooming and even in the case of an emergency. That’s why we recommend it to include it on the cat’s first aid kit! But how do you do it? Cats can get anxious if they feel us anxious, so we better know the right technique.

I found this amazing video posted on Youtube that pretty much gives a great explanation on the procedure to trim your cat’s nails. Enjoy it!

Building a first aid kits for our cats is very important, because we have to be prepared in the case of an emergency. In this article, you will learn how to create the cat’s first aid kit and will also get some few tips that will be useful If you are a cat owner, then this article is a must read.

The first thing you need to do is grab a bag on container where you will store all the contents of the first aid kit. This container should be easily accessible and recognizable, in case you need someone to grab it for you. As an extra tip, write a paper with all the emergency numbers for your cat and stick it to the bag or container; the numbers should include Animal Poison Control, the vet’s phone number, your local pet hospital, taxi services that allow pets.

Essential Items to Keep in a First Aid kit for Cats

The following items are essential to treat minor injuries, and keep your cat healthy. Check that you have everything:

• Tweezers
• Peroxide, this substance can induce vomit when the cat has been poisoned, use it only after consulting with Animal Poison Control.
• Triple antibiotic treatment, for cuts.
• Bandages
• Nail trimmer
• Scissors, for necessary cutting of hair.
• Sterile telpha pads, they shouldn’t be sticky as it is useless with fur.
• Saline solution, this can help clearing out dirt, sand and other eye irritants.
• Sterile Vaseline for cat’s eyes. This is a great product to avoid water an soap coming in contact with the eyes

Preparing Yourself to Give First aid to Your Cat

All these items will be useless if you are not prepared to give first aid treatment to your cat. There are many great cat health books that can provide you with all the information you need to know. Remember that first aid is immediate, seek out veterinary help as soon as possible.

Today we are going to cover a topic courtesy of guest author Alen, about cat pregnancy. We haven’t talked about this before, so I think now is a good time to include it in the site, read the article below for some very basics about cat pregnancy, we’ll expand the topic on following posts.

Are you ready to have kittens? Raising kittens is financially expensive and time consuming. You will not only have to provide adequate food, but arrange areas for sleeping, playing and bathroom.

Remember, if you find your cat is pregnant, you should visit your veterinarian. Your veterinarian can confirm the pregnancy and provide information and instructions on how to care for your pregnant cat.

How to tell if your pet cat is pregnant: a. The first sign to look for is in the nipples. A female cat’s nipples will turn pink during the second or third week of pregnancy. Around day 21, a pregnant cat’s nipples will often turn bright pink. b. Your cat will slowly gain weight and This is the time when she will start consuming more food. c. She has less of a desire to go outdoors.

What to do when you know your cat is pregnant: a. Never get her vaccinated, vaccinations and other medications can cause abortions. b. Make sure you are feeding her more. c. Encourage her to play and exercise so that she stays in good health.

Find the best area for your pregnant cat so that she can give birth safely: a. Make sure that your home is free from dangerous objects such as toxins, pesticides, unsafe animal liquids, foods or items that might be ingested, etc. b. Find an area where children and other pets can’t reach, and make sure it’s warm and free from draft.

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If we have a cat in your house, it is important to learn some basics of first aid. Just like us humans, cat can choke after eating something from the floor or some types of food. In these cases, we must be prepared to perform the Heimlich Maneuver on our cat and this way avoid any future problem.

This video, produced by eHow, is excellent to learn how to perform the heimlich maneuver on a cat. I urge you to watch it and get yourself prepared for any emergency.

About the Author

Jeff Grill is an editor of the Cat Health Guide, which has information on antioxidands for cats and information on many common feline diseases. See this site for more information on cat antioxidants and other natural products.

Dealing with cat stomach pain might prove to be somewhat tricky. The first “obstacle” is determining if your cat is indeed feeling stomach ache. You can look for related symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation and vomiting. Let’s take a look at these cases that can cause pain:

Diarrhea can be caused by many things, including diet changes, infections and even stress. When talking to your vet about this problem you should also recall what food has your cat eaten in the last few days.

Constipation, just like in us humans, can cause acute stomach pain in cats. To avoid cat constipation problems, a good idea is to always give your cat plenty of water and fiber in the diet.

Hairballs are also a quite common problem in cats that can cause stomach ache as they build up in the stomach. Hairball problems will also cause vomiting. There are products in the market that can minimize greatly the appearance of such hair balls.

Other conditions and problems that can bring cat stomach pain are:

• Bloating
• Arsenic Poisoning
• Lead Poisoning
• Salmonella
• Feline Panleukopenia
• Ascites

As you can see, stomach pain can be the symptoms of more serious conditions. In the common cases of diarrhea, constipations and hairballs, prevention is key on dealing with cat stomach pain. In the rest of cases and conditions listed. The best way to deal with the pain must be directed by the vet, who will take into account the underlying problem.

When it comes to taking care of our cat, sometimes we have to do “unpleasant” things, such as force feeding our cats. In this article you’ll learn how to force feed a cat. Remember that if there is any problem of this kind, the first step is to take your cat to the vet for proper examination quickly.

Many times the vet will tell you to force feed the cat with plenty of food and water in situations where the life of your pet is at stake. The method to do this sometimes remains elusive for the common cat owner, let’s see how it is done:

The first step is to buy the tool you’ll use: a syringe. Don’t worry, you are not going to inject anything to your cat. We won’t use the needle, just the plastic part.

Once you have the syringe, grab wet cat food and add water to it (mix it on a container or bowl), until it reaches a semi-liquid state. Your goal is to let the food pass through the syringe.

Now it is time to interact with your cat. Make sure you don’t look suspicious and menacing as your cat can catch that. Force feeding is unpleasant for cats also. Do not make any associations by calling your cat or announcing what you are about to do.

Grab your cat so the back is resting against you, and put the syringe in the corner of the cat’s mouth, facing a little upwards. Now push the food with the syringe, but don’t do it fast. Now at this point you may notice that everything is becoming a big mess, but that is normal as the cat fights with the force feeding.

Finally, praise your cat and give positive reinforcement for feeding.

Although many of the food will be all over the floor, you can at least rest assured your cat ate at something! Mess is to be expected in these cases, and well that’s something we must learn to deal with when it comes to the health of our cats.

Did you know that you can get feline health insurance? Yes! Cat insurance plans work similarly to what normal “people insurance” works! Although it is true that health insurance is not a necessity in the vast majority of cases, many people prefer to get it because this will make them feel safe about the health of the cat, and they know they will be protected if anything happens to their pets.

Cats, like all living beings, are exposed to different risks and diseases in the course of their lives. Even if you take all the measures to assure perfect health for your cat, you can still get an unpleasant surprise in time. There are many things that your cat can run into when you are not watching every move, like chocolate poisoning, plant poisoning and accidents.

With a feline health insurance plan, you’ll be feeling confident that even if your cat has a health problem, you won’t be short on money at that time to help your animal friend. You’ll see that there is no right or wrong when it comes to insurance; you’ll have to think about all the pros and cons you see from your unique perspective, and act upon them. Many people just opt for insurance just to “feel safe” and that’s perfectly normal.

If you opt to acquire cat health insurance, take your time to review the different plans and insurance companies. There are different types of info you should look for such as the prices, coverage in the policies, deductible and co-insurance prices, etc.

Take your time, don’t rush and focus on what is important with feline health insurance plans: the health of your cat.