A large part of caring for your cat involves plenty of love and affection, along with a well balanced diet. However, this alone will not keep your cat in peak condition. There are a few simple tasks that need to be performed on a regular basis to keep your feline fit and well. Claws Cat’s claws can be extremely sharp and can cause damage to members of the family and your furniture. Cats obviously love to scratch at anything and one of the reasons they do this is to wear down their claws. Unfortunately, cats that are kept indoors are unable to do this effectively, as they would use tree trunk... [continue reading]

Tumors form due to abnormal multiplication of cells and can be benign or malignant. Benign tumors are harmless and do not spread. Malignant tumors are progressive and characterized by an uncontrollable growth that metastasizes to other parts of the body. Apart from the above mentioned properties, tumors can further be classified according to the category of the cells that they affect. Eyelid tumors are a less common type of feline cancer that mostly affects white and older cats. They are also more prevalent among cats that remain outdoors in the sun for long periods of time. Cancer in dogs and... [continue reading]

How do I know whether my pet has an eye infection? Common signs and symptoms of eye infection in pets include: * Squinting of the eyes * Watery or mucoid discharge * Red or swollen conjunctiva (the pink part just inside the eyelids) * The iris (colored part of the eye) may also appear dull or cloudy What causes eye infections in pets? Infections of the eye and surrounding structures are common in pets and usually involve the conjunctiva, leading to conjunctivitis or pink eye. Causes of infections include various bacteria, viruses like the Herpes virus, foreign material or irritants in the e... [continue reading]