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Your cat’s coat can paint an overall picture of his health. Cats are fastidious groomers, so if and when you notice the condition of your cat’s coat deteriorating, it can be a warning that something is wrong.
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Top 10 Cat Diseases Caused By Obesity
Recently Nationwide, the largest provider of pet insurance in the US reported an increase in obesity-related claims for the sixth year in a row. Data from 2015 shows that 1.3 million claims amounting to $60 million US were filed for obesity-related health conditions in cats and dogs, which is up from $54 million US in 2014.
Dry Skin on Cats
Just like humans, cats can be prone to dry skin; this can have an impact on the overall condition of not only the skin but the fur as well. The skin contains thousands of sebaceous glands which secrete an oil (known as sebum) to keep the skin lubricated and moist. Causes There are many … Read more
Osteosarcoma (Bone Cancer) in Cats
What is osteosarcoma?
Osteosarcoma (osteogenic sarcoma) is an aggressive and destructive type of primary cancer that develops in the bones. It is the most common type of bone cancer in cats and accounts for 70% of bone tumours.