Search results
Results from the WOW.Com Content Network
Frantic scratching, biting or grooming of tail and lower back; aggression towards other animals, humans and itself; and a rippling or rolling of the dorsal lumbar skin. Usual onset: Around 9–12 months, or when the cat reaches maturity. Duration: The syndrome will remain present for the cat's entire life, but episodes only last for one to two ...
Cats are cute, and studies have shown that having one as a pet can reduce anxiety and even slow mental decline. Sometimes, however, their claws can get a little too close for comfort, leaving ...
Ultimately, whether or not your cat is allowed to sleep with you is a personal choice, but be aware that if they get used to sleeping in or on your bed, it’ll be a hard habit to break!
Feline cutaneous asthenia is a rare inheritable skin disease of cats characterised by abnormal elasticity, stretching, and improper healing of the skin. Pendulous wing-like folds of skin form on the cat's back, shoulders and haunches. Even stroking the cat can cause the skin to stretch and tear.
A cat kneading a soft blanket Cat kneading movements. Kneading (often referred to as making biscuits [1]) is a behavior frequently observed in domestic cats where, when a cat feels at ease, it may push out and pull in its front paws against a surface such as furniture or carpet, or against another pet or human, often alternating between right and left limbs.
If you are nervous about trimming your cat’s nails, opt for pairs with built-in safety features: “Safety locks prevent accidental cuts, while nail guards help avoid over-trimming,” says Barrett.
Bartonella henselae, formerly Rochalimæa henselae, is a bacterium that is the causative agent of cat-scratch disease [1] (bartonellosis). Bartonella henselae is a member of the genus Bartonella, one of the most common types of bacteria in the world. [specify] It is a facultative intracellular microbe that targets red blood cells.
Common injuries sustained in cats after a fall include: Broken bones, most often the jawbone as the cat's chin hits the ground; a broken jawbone and damaged or fractured teeth are the typical signs of a cat having sustained injuries in a fall. Injuries to the legs: joint injury; ruptured tendons; ligament injury; broken legs.