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What You Should Know About Vaccinating Your Cat
Whether your cat is a newborn, a newly purchased kitten, or a rescued stray you just adopted, if it has not yet been vaccinated, the first step in responsible cat care is to get it vaccinated. Do not underestimate vaccines—though they may seem insignificant, they are crucial to protecting your cat's health. Vaccines effectively prevent infectious diseases and, to some extent, lighten the burden on owners. Everyone should take them seriously.
A Beginner’s Guide to Raising a Cat
Raising a cat is a lifelong commitment; new owners are sometimes clumsy and confused. Here are must-know tips for beginners.
A New Owner’s Guide to Preparing for a Cat
Bringing a kitten home is joyful but troublesome early, so learn and prepare before serving your cat. Cats are sensitive; the author suggests a kitten over two months for beginners - one eating kibble and eliminating alone. Found/adopted newborns need experienced owners or pro advice.
What to Do When Cats and Dogs Have Diarrhea and Won’t Eat
When the weather turns cold, pets need more energy to stay warm, and while supplementing their nutrition it is equally important to pay attention to their gastrointestinal health. Diarrhea is a common digestive symptom in dogs and cats, and it is also a frequent ailment in dogs and cats during autumn and winter.
What Vaccines Does a Cat Need
Basically, the most common domestic cat triple vaccine is the imported brand 'Meow Three-Duo' (Miaosanduo). In Hong Kong, Taiwan, or Japan, only two vaccines are commonly needed in year one and two: the 'triple' (FVRCP) against viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia—reliable after years of use, saving countless cats from early death.
Which Cat Infectious Diseases Are Most Contagious?
Day-to-day cat care is not expensive, but veterinary bills once a kitten falls ill can be significant. Below we share some of the most contagious infectious diseases that affect cats.
Symptoms and Treatment of Canine Distemper
Canine distemper is a highly contagious disease caused by the canine distemper virus (CDV). It is extremely infectious, has a high incidence, varied clinical signs, and easily leads to mixed and secondary infection with other bacteria and viruses; mortality can reach 80%. Recovered animals often keep sequelae such as paralysis, convulsions, and epilepsy.
Why Do Cats and Dogs Vomit
There are many causes of vomiting in cats and dogs, and it can be either physiological or pathological. Frequent vomiting is usually disease-related. Here is a detailed explanation.
Why Cats Get Feline Panleukopenia
Feline panleukopenia, also called feline distemper, feline infectious enteritis, or feline parvovirus infection, is an acute, highly contagious disease of cats caused by the feline panleukopenia virus. It shows as sudden high fever, stubborn vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, and severe leukopenia, and is one of the most important feline infectious diseases.
What to Consider Before Breeding Your Cat
If your only reason is 'I heard breeding is good for the mother cat' or 'it is inhumane to leave her unbred while she is in heat,' we suggest you drop the breeding plan.