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What to Do If a Kitten Has Excessive Tearing
First-time owners often see constant tearing and red, inflamed eyes, and buy drops and cleaning. But how to solve correctly? One wrong step...
Daily Cat Care Tips
Many prospective owners worry about what to watch for and whether it's troublesome. Cats love cleanliness—they groom with their tongue and wash their face after eating, spending ~15% of the day on coat care—but owners still have work to do.
Why Do Cats Love to Groom So Much
Have you noticed your cat grooms exceptionally much? Don't doubt it — other people's cats are the same. In daily idle time, a cat's biggest hobby is grooming: sitting and licking, lying and licking, licking while playing, even the pre-sleep routine is licking!
Signs of Otitis Externa in Cats
A general term for any disease causing inflammation of the external ear canal, including bacterial infection, ear mites, fungi, and allergies.
So Much to Know About Cleaning a Dog’s Ears
Today we learn how to clean a dog's ears and why. You may not believe it, but a dog's ears can't self-clean; human wax eventually works out on its own, while a dog's complex canal needs you.
Otitis Externa in Cats: Symptoms and Treatment
Otitis externa in cats refers to inflammation of the pinna and external ear canal, usually caused by bacteria or fungi. The most common pathogens include Staphylococcus intermedius, Proteus mirabilis, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Primary otitis externa is uncommon in cats; it generally occurs when changes in the ear canal environment make it more favorable for bacterial or fungal growth.
Why Can a Cat’s Barbed Tongue Tear Off Meat?
Alexis Noel, a researcher at the Georgia Institute of Technology, was so fascinated by her cat Murphy's tongue that she decided to study it and build a model mimicking the tiny barbs. She scanned a cat tongue sample and 3D-printed it at 400% scale.
Basic Facts About Cat Teeth
A cat's mouth has four kinds of teeth: incisors (the small front teeth, hard to see but visible when you open the mouth), canines (every owner's nightmare - long and sharp), and further back, premolars and molars used for chewing kibble and hard food.
How to Control Ear Mites in Cats During Winter
Cat and dog ear canals are closed L shapes; in winter they are warm and damp - a breeding ground for mites. Many owners skip winter ear care. How to confirm and gently remove ear mites without hurting the fragile canal - read on.
How to Brush Your Dog’s and Cat’s Teeth
National Day nears; the author wishes owners a happy holiday and reminds: don't forget to spend time with your pets!