Category: Cats

Hyperthyroidism In Cats

Hyperthyroidism is the most common hormonal illness affecting cats in Australia. It usually affects older cats and is caused by an excessive production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid glands in the neck. What causes

Snail Bait Poisoning

Snail Bait poisoning occurs when pets eat snail or slug bait that contains metaldehyde. The bait may be eaten directly from the packet or from where it has been applied around plants in the garden.

Skin Tumours in Dogs and Cats

When you notice a lump or bump on your pet, or an itchy or bleeding sore that isn’t healing, it is best to have it looked at by your vet.

Pets are good for your health

Your pet can be a wonderful companion and bring endless joy and happiness into your life. There are so many things you can do with your pet – play games, go for walks, explore the

Housetraining Your Kitten

How do I train my kitten to use a litter tray? Initially, kittens are stimulated to toilet by their mother grooming and cleaning them. By about 1 month of age, they toilet by themselves, following

Feeding Your Cat a Balanced Diet

Your cat has specific nutritional requirements and depends on you to provide a complete and balanced diet for a long and healthy life. Cats have different nutritional requirements to dogs and should not be fed

Conjunctivitis in Cats

Is your cat pawing and rubbing at its eye? Does the eye look red, swollen and painful? Chances are your cat is suffering from conjunctivitis. What is conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva, which

Grief Management In Children

Losing a pet marks the end of a special relationship and can be one of the most difficult times of our life. Strong emotional bonds are formed with pets, and it is normal for any

Ear Infections in Cats

Otitis externa is the condition of inflammation of the outer ear (up to the eardrum) and can have many causes that require specific treatment. Some ear infections can become chronic and difficult to treat. How

Permethrin Poisoning in Cats

Warning! Flea control products labeled for use in dogs only should NOT be used in cats, not even a little drop. Many ‘spot-on’ flea and tick products formulated for dogs contain permethrin, which can be

Choosing The Right Food For Your Cat

Cats have specific nutritional requirements and need a complete and balanced diet according to their age, level of activity, pregnancy, lactation or certain medical conditions. Feeding your kitten During their time of rapid growth, kittens