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Cats vocalize to communicate. Vocalizing can be problematic when it interferes with people's sleep. Often, the behavior develops due to unintentional reinforcement, but could also reflect underlying illness, particularly if it is a new behavior. Both a medical exam and a behavioral work-up are needed.
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A Cat Friendly Practice is a voluntary designation through the Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA). To earn the Cat Friendly Practice designation, a veterinary practice must demonstrate that they have taken specific steps to understand cats' unique needs and have implemented feline-friendly standards of care.
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Treats are a great way to bond with your cat but are an additional source of calories that must be considered within the overall diet. Treats should be no more than10% of your cat's daily calorie intake and, in greater quantities, can create a nutritional imbalance.
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A cat-only veterinary practice is typically designed with cat comfort in mind. Feline practices are especially interested in delivering medical care to cats in ways that help your cat (and human family members) experience as little stress as possible.
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This handout discusses some of the many hazards for cats who live outdoors, including wild animals, infections, parasites, toxins, and cars, among others. In our modern world, the risks of an outdoor life are far greater than the benefits.
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Periodontal disease is the most common problem affecting cats of all age groups. The importance of daily, at-home dental care cannot be overemphasized. Cats may benefit from either a food, treat, water additive, gel or powder that has been approved by the VOHC to reduce plaque buildup.
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Online shopping is convenient, but it’s important to be cautious about what you purchase online, especially when it comes to your pet's medications. Follow recommendations from your veterinary clinic and avoid any company that does not require a prescription from your veterinarian.
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A cesarean section is surgery usually performed as an emergency to help deliver kittens. Complete recovery from anesthesia may take 2 to 12 hours. The kittens should be ready to nurse as soon as you arrive home, even if mother is still sleepy. If you have any concerns about their health, you should immediately have your veterinarian examine the kittens and their mother.
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Chin acne in cats is a poorly understood disorder of follicular keratinization (the overproduction of keratin, a protein found in the outer layer of skin). This handout outlines potential causes, clinical signs, treatment, and prognosis of this condition.
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Chocolate is toxic to cats. While rarely fatal, chocolate ingestion can result in significant illness. It contains theobromine and caffeine, which cause clinical signs such as an increase in heart rate, blood pressure, agitation, tremors, and seizures. Signs of chocolate poisoning can take several hours to develop and can last for several days.