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Wellbeing and medical needs of cats, including maintaining health, illnesses, and injuries

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Why don't cats drink water?

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Cats drink alot of water because their tongues are always dry and once they get wet, in a few seconds their tongue is dry all over but their stomach is still digesting the water.

There are a few reasons why it might.

A change in food may have more salt and therefore increase the cats need for water.

Cat can develop diabetes which shows as excessive urination and water intake ravenous appetite and weight loss. Seek veterinary care if these signs are noticed.

Hyperthyroidism : The most common signs of hyperthyroidism are weight loss, increased appetite, increased thirst and urination. Hyperthyroidism can also cause vomiting, diarrhea, and hyperactivity. The cat fur or coat may appear matted or greasy. Again, testing can confirm this so seek veterinarian assistance.

What happened to peter the cat?

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Peter the cat went missing last week but was found safe and sound at a neighbor's house after a few days. He is now back home with his family and doing well.

Can cats die from eating lilies?

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Yes, lilies are highly toxic to cats and can be deadly if ingested. They can cause severe kidney damage and failure. It's important to keep lilies out of reach of cats and seek veterinary care immediately if you suspect your cat has ingested any part of a lily plant.

Can a cat have children's cold medicine?

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Cats should not be given children's cold medicine without consulting a veterinarian first. Many human medications, including cold medicines, can be toxic to cats and cause serious health issues. It's important to always seek professional advice when it comes to giving medications to pets.

What age do kittens eye colour change?

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Kittens' eyes typically begin to change from blue to their adult eye color around 6-8 weeks of age. The process can take several more weeks to fully complete.

Where do cats go to die?

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Cats often seek out quiet, secluded places when they are close to death, such as under bushes, sheds, or in hidden corners of your home. It is a natural instinct for them to try to find a safe and comfortable spot to pass away.

Does Wikipedia have a 'Warrior Cats' page with the fur and eye colors?

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Yes, Wikipedia does have a page about the "Warriors" book series, which is also known as "Warrior Cats". The page includes information about the characters, plot, and the different clans in the series, but it does not specifically list fur and eye colors for each cat.

How much did the world record bluegill weigh?

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I live in Bama and it was actually 4 pounds 12 ounces, caught in 1950 in Lake Ketona ..See here http://www.outdooralabama.com/fishing/freshwater/record/state/ That was the bama record SC holds the world title at 5lbs 7ozs. Caught by Amos Gray in 1998, in SC

If you take sedatives you could experience?

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A wonderful dream, a horrible nightmare, or neither.

Why would a cat stop urinating?

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its proably because its a boy cat with his testicals. having them removed will help calm him down. other reasons include marking teritorry. you must be disiplined with house training, and cat litter. if you don't want then to pee in a certain place put down lavender. tin foil makes to much noise for cats. so putting it down behind the washing machine or under the bed can stop them

Why do mother cats scatter the kittens?

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she has rejected the kittens this mayb due too

kitten smells different have you washed kitten or taken kitten too a vet strange smells will make mommy think that baby is not hers cats tell each other apart by smell

mother naturally rejecting kitten due to age once a kitten is weaned old enough to fend for its self a mother may reject it to encorage it to be independant.kittens are weaned at 8 weeks but its not advised for them to leave prior to 10weeks.

sickness,kitten mayb sick if a kitten is sick the mother will reject it and push it away from healthy babys

in the event of rejection under 8 weeks of age bottle feeding is required ring a vet for advice on kitten feeding

but when in dought ring a vet if you are unsure about your cat ring a vet for advice

How many lives does cat allegedly have?

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a cat has 9 lives to live

When do cats hiss?

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When they are frightened.

Or really angry, let me tell you.

If a kitten gets dropped in water will it stunt its growth?

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Though unlikely to permanently stunt growth, dropping a kitten in water can cause immediate issues like hypothermia and shock, as well as long-term problems like ear infections and respiratory issues. Always remove the kitten promptly and monitor for any signs of illness. Consider alternatives like misting or a shallow bath instead.

What household food can you feed kittens?

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If the kitten has already weaned off milk, they can eat soft baby food like products, although be sure none of these have onion or garlic in them. They do best with things like plain chicken. Do not feed them vegetables or products containing vegetables, or cow's milk. If they still need milk, talk to a veterinarian about buying bottles of cat milk formula.

Please note that human foods (unless you wish to feed your kitten a raw diet - which requires a lot of research) should never be substituted for a complete and balanced cat food.

Can i give cat tums?

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Preferrably not - cats do not get stomach aches from excessive stomach acid like humans do. You could make your cat very ill if you gave it Tums.

May cat has never told me the cause of her stomach aches, no matter how many times I ask her. Cats do vomit bile, and antacids can be used for temporary relief. You don't give them peptobismol, but you can give them tums regular formula. Avoid antacids with magnesium, like tums smoothies. If it persists and can no longer be considered acute, have your cat checked by their vet.

Can dogs give distemper to cats?

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No; feline distemper is a completely different virus from canine distemper. Although some larger species from the cat family (e.g. lions) can be infected by canine distemper virus.

What does it mean when cats have yellow on their ears?

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it means they are cats with yellow stuff on their ears.

Can you feed your 5 month old kitten adult cat food?

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Yes, but the vitamins and minerals in the kitten food are much better for it. Anyway, the adult food won't kill it!

How do you treat a superfecial cat abscess?

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Depending where the abscess is... it usually needs to be lanced and drained. This is very painful to the animal so care is advised when doing so. A vet should be seen for large abscesses. To clean the wound area use warm boiled water in a syringe to gently force the water throughout the wound. Put a medicated cream or antibacterial salve on the wound and try to bandage it so the cat will not lick it too much. Repeat the salve twice a day and check for reabscessing. If it does...a trip to the vet is advised.

At what age does a cat leave her kittens?

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The best time to separate kittens from their mother is when the kittens are twelve to fourteen weeks old.

Kittens six to eight weeks old have not learned any important socialisation or behaviour skills yet, which kittens learn from eight weeks onwards. During this time kittens will learn how to play and interact with their littermates, mother and any other animals and humans in the house. Some kittens are not yet fully weaned until after eight weeks.

They will learn what behaviour is acceptable and what is not from their mother, and will learn how to play and share with their littermates. They will also learn about grooming and litterbox use at this crucial time. Most kittens are well socialised by the time they are twelve weeks old, and are very likely to grow into very gentle and affectionate pets.

What are white worms in the cat's feces and how do you treat them?

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The symptoms of roundworms in adult cats are very similar to tapeworms. In kittens vomiting, diarrhea, dull coats, a pot belly on a thin body, and weakness are symptoms of roundworm. It is a good idea to get your kitten checked for roundworm by your vet, as it can cause serious illness in kittens.

Your vet will prescribe a dewormer, and it may have to be repeated several times before the roundworms are gone. Ascarid eggs are very resistant, so during the treatment litter should be scooped daily and litter pans washed with hot water and detergent regularly. Throw out the litter and disinfect the boxes before the end of the treatment

Why do kittens eyes twitch sometimes?

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Cats have the instinctual ability to create false movement with the eye quiver. Cat's eyes quiver to be able to see pray, such as rabbits, who can remain almost motionless for extended periods.

What kind of worm is flat and black that comes out of a dogs buttocks?

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if the dog had disease round worms. or tape worms.

What happens if you swallow mucus?

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If you swallow a small piece of bubblegum, it's fine. It will not hurt you or anything. But you swallow a huge wad of double bubble with an extra layer of blueberry bubblegum, then, yes, you're really hurting yourself. You know when you eat food & you chew it down to swallow easier? I'm sure you couldn't swallow an entire hot dog so you have to chew it up. But bubblegum you can't really "chew." it just gets tastier when you do that and even harder to swallow, so it can get stuck in your throat. It would do too much bad to your actual body, but just don't try it.