3 Nov, 2008
cat infection tract urinary
Cats, like human beings, are often troubled with urinary infections and stones, or uroliths. Cystitis, an acute or chronic inflammation of the bladder, caused by stones or infection, is common in cats and cane very painful and debilitating. Cystitis may exist as a primary ailment or as a complication arising from another disease. Stones (uroliths) in the bladders of cats are usually composed of phosphate of ammonia, calcium, magnesium and xanthine. They vary in size and shape, often having sharp edges which irritate or tear the bladder.
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3 Nov, 2008
cancer cat
Almost all types of cancer are found in the cat. The most common are those of the skin, mammary glands, bones, blood and blood tissues. Leukemia and other blood cancers, which cause a very high mortality among cats, often go undetected until it is too late. As is the case with cancer in man, when detected early enough, some forms of cat cancer can be cured. Usually, however, the cancer is not discovered in time and treatment can give only a certain degree of relief from suffering. A cancer is an excessive growth of tissue. Lumps on the skin, bleeding from the rectum or reproductive organs (other than the usual bleeding during the female’s heat period) should be regarded with suspicion. Internal cancers offer even fewer clues that might lead to early detection. Older cats should receive a regular examination by avert, who can watch for signs and symptoms of an early cancer.
3 Nov, 2008
feline rhinotracheitis viral
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Feline viral rhinotracheitis, or distemper, as it is called, is a respiratory disease with symptoms similar to those of Pneumonitis. In fact, the two diseases were considered to be the same until the virus was isolated about ten years ago. The diagnosis and treatment should be left to the veterinary surgeon. Cats usually recover within a few weeks. Recovery, however, does not necessarily confer immunity.
3 Nov, 2008
cat tuberculosis
Tuberculosis is rare in cats. In the few cases that do occur, the victims more often than not are farm cats which come into contact with cows, sheep, goats and pigs, any of which may be carriers of tuberculosis. Also, raw milk may be infected with tuberculosis bacilli and farm cats drinking it may contract the disease.
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3 Nov, 2008
cat pneumonia
Pneumonia (not to be confused with Pneumonitis) may be caused by virus or bacteria. (There also is a type of pneumonia caused by foreign matter in the lungs.) The disease usually follows exposure to cold and dampness. Pneumonia takes various forms, but the one most commonly found in the cat is broncho-pneumonia. It may occurs a primary infection or as the sequel to another disease, such as enteritis.
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3 Nov, 2008
feline pneumonitis
Pneumonitis is a feline disease which resembles the common head cold in human beings. It is caused by a virus (Miyagawanella felis) and highly contagious, often sweeping through a cattery or neighborhood with astonishing rapidity. The incubation period ranges from six to ten days. Pneumonitis is not usually fatal, although secondary infections may cause death. The course of the disease may run as long as six weeks.
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3 Nov, 2008
cat symptoms toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasmosis is a serious disease caused by the protozoan Toxoplasma Gondi. It occurs in all parts of the world and may be acquired or congenital in cats and other small animals. Infection may be transmitted by eating contaminated food left by infected animals and by contact with infected nasal discharge, saliva and faces of carrier animals. Young cats are the most susceptible to toxoplasmosis.
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3 Nov, 2008
bombay cat
The Bombay is another modern, man-made breed that originated in the 1970s in the United States. It is the result of crossbreeding Burmese and American Short-hairs. The name refers to the Indian city of Bombay
Because the dense black coat of the breed reminded the breeders of the panther of that Asian country.
Craving companionship as much as any cat breed, the Bombay should not be left alone for extended periods of time. It is extremely affectionate and needs that affection returned regularly. It rarely stops purr-ring. It loves the entire family but also needs time to itself. It is a sedate, peaceful cat that detests loud noises. Created for life in an apartment, it never needs to spend time outdoors.
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3 Nov, 2008
cat cat rabies rabies remedies symptoms
Rabies is one of the oldest animal diseases known to man. It is mentioned in ancient writings, and Aristotle described it in great detail. Rabies is relatively rare in cats, chiefly because they usually manage to escape from rabid animals by climbing to places of safety.
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3 Nov, 2008
enteritis feline
The most insidious of all the cat diseases is feline enteritis, a highly infectious and quick killing disease. Thousands of cats die every year from this dreaded virus disease. All breeds of cats are susceptible, in-clouding wild cats. While the disease appears to be more prevalent among kittens, it is not uncommon in older cats. However, the mortality is highest among kittens from four to six months of age. The death rate in a litter of kittens may reach 100 per cent; among older cats mortality may reach 90 percent. An epidemic of feline enteritis can wipe out all the cats in entire neighborhoods.
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Cats, like human beings, are often troubled with urinary infections and stones, or uroliths. Cystitis, an acute or chronic inflammation of the bladder, caused by stones or infection, is common in cats and cane very painful and debilitating. Cystitis may exist as a primary ailment or as a complication arising from another disease. Stones (uroliths) in the bladders of cats are usually composed of phosphate of ammonia, calcium, magnesium and xanthine. They vary in size and shape, often having sharp edges which irritate or tear the bladder.
