Due to their shorter noses, striking eyes and wonderful coats, Persian cats are perhaps one of the most recognisable breeds. Known for being docile yet dignified, Persian cats love nothing more than perching royally on their owner’s lap but can often be distrusting of strangers. If you earn the love and trust of a Persian… Read more »
This highly intelligent large breed cat is full of life and always ready to play. However their cheeky boisterous temperament does not make them suitable for every house hold; they are best suited to an active household with a lot of space. Fond of water and heights this adventurous breed needs a lot of stimulation… Read more »
Once you open your door – and heart – to a Siamese cat your life will never be the same again. This vocal and lovable breed are never short of affection and know exactly how to get it, from cuddling up on a lap to quickly learning new tricks, Siamese cats are determined and at… Read more »
Maine Coons are a good natured and social member of the cat family, and are the perfect family cat for those that have the space available. They are adaptable to family life and generally love affection, but do not demand it. Maine Coons love nothing more than a chase and hunting game, and play is… Read more »
There are many ways you can help your cat if they are in pain. Of course, the most important is taking your cat to a vet so he/she can be thoroughly examined and the correct course of pain relief medication can be given. There are a few other things that you can do at home… Read more »
As a human in pain we are able to let someone know and get help quickly. Cats have a need to hide pain in the wild from their predators as when in discomfort they are weakened and vulnerable. Unfortunately for us we can’t expect our cat/s to meow and find us when they are pain… Read more »
The UK is known for being a nation of animal lovers and so it is not surprising that a 2015 Pet Population Report estimated almost half of UK households own a pet giving a total of approximately 58 million pets. I feel that owning a pet (or in my case plural) will enable my son… Read more »
If only our cats could speak and tell us when they are not feeling well, it would make diagnosing health problems a lot easier. Sadly as this is not the case we have to be vigilant towards our cats behaviour, what’s normal and when they may be showing us signals that things might not be… Read more »
Did you know that the fleas on your cat represent only about 5% of the flea population. The other 95% sadly live in the environment that your cat spends it’s time in, making it harder to resolve. Understanding this flea cycle makes the whole process more bearable and manageable! The flea life cycle comprises of… Read more »
Worthing Cat Welfare Trust are in need of volunteers to help them continue to care for the cats in the Worthing area. Provided by the charity themselves, please find below some information on some of the volunteer roles that are available: If YOU have an hour or two to spare your help would be greatly… Read more »
The most important nutritional disease in cats is….Obesity! Obesity is a major problem with cats and is becoming more and more common. Did you know? A mere 10 kcal/per day (for a 4kg cat) in excess of its daily energy needs (equivalent to around 10 kibbles of dry food) will gain 12% of its bodyweight… Read more »
Pancreatitis is a common clinical problem in cats which is now becoming more recognised. Chronic, on-going or re-occurring, pancreatitis is seen more regularly than acute pancreatitis, which is severe and sudden. There does not seem to be any predispositions and it can affect any breed or age of cat, although it is most commonly seen in… Read more »
Hypertension is potentially damaging to the eyes, brain, heart, kidneys and central nervous system. It may be idiopathic or secondary; so it often occurs in association with another underlying disease. For example, cats suffering from kidney disease or hyperthyroidism often have some degree of hypertension as well. By finding hypertension early we can avoid sudden… Read more »
Outside of the consulting room, most of the attention and medical care your pet receives is at the hands of a veterinary nurse. It is this we celebrate each May, as Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM) gives us an opportunity to talk about our role in caring for your pets. In any given day a… Read more »
It’s an exciting time when you’re adding a new addition to the family so here is a checklist so that you are prepared when bringing your new little ‘bundle of joy’ home! Tip: We advise the kitten(s) to be at least 8 weeks old before bringing home because they learn most of the important cat… Read more »
Here at Cat’s Whiskers Veterinary Clinic we recommend feeding a high quality diet, especially for growing kittens as this is an important growth period and can benefit the cat for life. Usually kittens are homed with their new family at around 8-9weeks, when they are fully weaned and have had the appropriate training from their… Read more »
Nursing Assistant Lucy has put together a life stage guide for kittens from birth until 6 months of age to give you an idea of their development into a cat. As a kitten, this is the main growth period so it is important to feed a good quality, balanced diet to help with growing and… Read more »
Diabetes is a common and complicated condition caused by an absolute or relative deficiency of the hormone insulin. This can result in glycosuria (glucose in urine) or hyperglycaemia. Insulin is produced in the pancreas and controls/utilises blood glucose (sugar). Abnormalities in the pancreas interferes with the ability to produce insulin, and this combined with ‘insulin… Read more »
Hyperthyroidism is a common condition which is found mostly in older cats. It is the most common endocrine disorder in cats, with diabetes following closely. There is further information on diabetes here and also coming up in our blog next week. So, what is hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism is an over-active thyroid gland and is caused by an increased production… Read more »
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