Our Advice for a Healthier and Happier Cat
Antifreeze Poisoning
There are several household items that are toxic to our dogs or cats, one of the most problematic being antifreeze. Antifreeze has a smell and taste that our dogs are attracted to. Antifreeze poisoning can happen quite easily due to the fact that it is commonly spilled on the garage floor or dumped into the street when changed. The chemical in antifreeze is called Ethylene Glycol. It causes extensive kidney damage almost immediately after consumption. When antifreeze is consumed, the body starts absorbing the toxin from the GI tract. Once the Ethylene Glycol is metabolized through the liver and kidneys, Calcium Oxalate crystals start to form, and there is an increase in the urine pH. The lethal dose of antifreeze is about three ounces for a medium to a small-size dog.
Cat Spays
One of the most important decisions a cat owner can make is that of spaying their cat. Spaying is a safe and effective procedure. It not only helps reduce pet overpopulation and prevent unwanted litters, but may also benefit your pet directly by helping avoid medical and behavioral problems down the road.
Cat Neuter
One of the most important decision’s a cat owner can make, is that of neutering their cat. Neutering is a safe and effective procedure. It not only helps reduce the pet over-population and prevent unwanted litters but may also benefit your pet directly by helping avoid medical and behavioral problems down the road.
A neuter, otherwise known as a castration, is the removal of the testicles.
Cats With Ear Mites
One of the most common health problem in cats is an ear mite infection. Ear mites are tiny insects that live in the ear canal and feed by piercing the skin.