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Smelling as fresh as a spring breeze

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in General, Lifestyle

Human hygiene and animal hygiene are worlds apart. Whatever is considered to be clean for humans is totally something else for our pets. Dirt may easily be disguised in the thick (or thin) coat of a pet and only once … Read more

My cat has pimples!

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in General, Skin

Feline acne is a common skin condition in cats. Cats of any age can be affected, and there is no breed or sex predisposition.

Cats are often presented to the veterinarian with the complaint of ‘dirt on the cat’s chin, … Read more

Fireworks and Thunderstorms and your pet

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in General, Lifestyle

Anxiety and angst is as much part of the animal world as it is of the human world. As humans, the way in which we manage stress and anxiety is largely related to our understanding of our environment and an … Read more

What is trichobezoar?

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in Diet, General, Lifestyle

The elusive and very unpleasant hairball is something that every cat owner will experience at some point. Cats in general are very clean and well-kept animals and grooming is an essential routine for them to ensure their cleanliness. A healthy … Read more

New puppies and kittens – Part 3 of 3

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in Breeding, General

Puppies abandoned and homelessNobody will dispute the cuteness of puppies or kittens. These adorable little creatures really pull at the heartstrings and appeal to young and old. However spending some time in a puppy or kitten shelter and seeing what undernourished or uncared … Read more

Is your male pet missing testicles?

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in Breeding, General

Cryptorchidism is a condition where the male dog or cat’s testicles have not descended into the scrotum. Descended in this context means that the testicles has come from inside the dog or cat’s belly and are visibly sitting in the … Read more

Urination problems in cats – Part 2 of 2

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in General, Lifestyle

In part 1 of this article we looked at the difference between urine marking and inappropriate elimination in cats, and urine marking was discussed in more depth. In this article we will look at the reasons for inappropriate elimination as … Read more

Can I treat my pet’s wound at home?

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in Emergency, General, Lifestyle, Skin

When managing wounds at home it is important to always contact your veterinarian for assistance. Many home and even human wound remedies are not suitable for use in pets. Determining factors in deciding whether a wound can be treated at … Read more

Urination problems in cats – Part 1 of 2

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in General, Lifestyle

Ask any cat owner and they will tell you that cats are not just small little dogs. So naturally a fair amount of the medical problems cats suffer from are unique to this species. In this two-part series we are … Read more

Pregnant women have to watch out for this bug carried by cats

Posted December 1, 2015 Ceres VetsPosted in Disease, General, Lifestyle

Introduction

Toxoplasma gondii is a tiny organism, slightly bigger than a bacterium, called a protozoa. This parasite has a worldwide distribution, except in the absence of cats. Cats are the only animals capable of completing the life cycle of this … Read more

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