What is the Kitten Vaccination Schedule? All kittens need vaccinations to help keep them healthy. Vaccinations, by definition, protect your kitten from contracting specific diseases. Cat vaccinations are divided into two types: Core cat vaccinations are those that protect against especially common and/or particularly dangerous diseases and are recommended for all kittens and adult cats. […]
Category Archives: Health Care
Common Emergencies for Senior Cats
It can be quite frightening to see your cat suffering, especially if you are unsure whether the situation should be considered an emergency. When in doubt, always contact your veterinarian or the nearest animal hospital. But to hopefully better prepare you, here are some of the most common cat emergencies found in emergency veterinary hospitals […]
Feline Vaccines: Benefits & Risks
What is the immune system? Why is it important? The immune system plays a pivotal role in maintaining your cat’s health. One of the most important functions of this highly complex system of specialized cells and molecules is to protect cats from disease and infection caused by foreign invaders – viruses, bacteria, and a host […]
Are Cat Fleas Dangerous for People?
Cat fleas can transmit diseases. The cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis) can transmit diseases and parasites to humans. Flea bites can also cause allergic reactions in both pets and people. Although some people think that cat scratch disease is caused by cat fleas, the Center for Disease Control states that there is no evidence for this. […]
Feline Vaccines: Benefits and Risks
Vaccines are preparations that resemble infectious agents like bacteria or viruses but are not pathogenic (disease causing). When administered to an animal, they “train” the immune system to protect against these infectious agents. How vaccines work After vaccination, the immune system is “trained” to recognize infectious agents by producing proteins called antibodies or activating specific […]
Cat Fleas: Causes, Prevention and Treatment
Cat fleas are very normal, and they’re the most common reason for a cat to develop a skin problem. Introduction to cat fleas The most common type of flea found on cats is the cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis), but rabbit and hedgehog fleas can also show an interest in your cat! Flea bites are itchy […]
Cat vaccinations – Everything you should know
The importance of vaccinations to the overall health and longevity of your cat cannot be understated. Cat vaccines are medically and scientifically proven to combat the incubation and transmission of crippling and fatal feline diseases. It is important to note that our doctors don’t follow a “one size fits all’ protocol for immunizations, but rather […]
Fleas and flea control in cats
The most common flea found on cats and dogs is the cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis). Occasionally, rabbit, hedgehog and other fleas may be found on cats but these are much less common. While many cats live with fleas and show minimal signs of infestation, control is advisable for several reasons including: The cat flea can […]
6 Home remedies for fleas on cats
Fleas can be a natural (and unpleasant) part of life with a pet. Fortunately, between over-the-counter sprays, powders, and flea collars, there are endless solutions to help eradicate a flea problem in your home. However, while commercial flea medications and treatments can certainly help tame a flea problem in your cat, there are also an […]
What you need to know about kitten vaccinations
As a responsible cat owner, it’s important to keep up to date with your kitten’s vaccinations to protect them from a range of diseases. Read about when to vaccinate your cat or kitten and what to expect here. Cat vaccinations are vital to help protect them from common illnesses and to help keep them healthy. […]