PREGNANCY IN CATS – Feline

In cats, pregnancy lasts for 56 to 79 days, or approximately 9 weeks. Pregnancy is determined by feeling (palpating) the developing kittens in the abdomen or by radiography (x-ray) and/or ultrasonography (ultrasound). Pregnant cats should be fed a well-balanced...

POTASSIUM BROMIDE LEVEL TEST – Feline

Potassium bromide is a medication used to control or prevent seizures. A potassium bromide level test is used to determine if the dose is appropriate to control seizures without causing harmful side effects. The test requires a simple blood sample at your...

POLYURIA AND POLYDIPSIA – Feline

Polyuria (PU) and polydipsia (PD) refer to excessive urination and excessive drinking, respectively. Polyuria and polydipsia can be associated with a variety of medical conditions. Polyuria and polydipsia are signs of illness, so the treatment depends on the...

PNEUMONIA IN CATS – Feline

When the lungs are infected or inflamed, fluid and other material can accumulate, resulting in pneumonia. A variety of bacterial, viral, and fungal organisms can cause pneumonia in cats. Pneumonia is treatable in most cases. However, if the cat is very young, very...

PICA AND COPROPHAGY – Feline

Pica is the eating of nonfood substances such as rocks and clothing. Coprophagy is the consumption of feces, and it is more common in dogs than in cats. When eaten, some objects may block the digestive tract and require surgical removal or retrieval with an endoscope....

PHYSICAL THERAPY AND REHABILITATION – Feline

Physical therapy and rehabilitation involve the use of therapeutic exercises to help patients recover from acute and chronic health conditions resulting from illness, trauma, or surgery. Physical therapy can reduce pain and improve joint range of motion. Physical...