The cat roundworm Toxocara cati can infect humans as well. In other words your cat could transmit a roundworm infestation to you1. Although, to the best of my knowledge, it is relatively rare. Europeans are recommended to administer monthly deworming … Continue reading →
Early warning: My research on this indicates a danger for cats. The byword is that caution is required when spraying insect repellant around the home. It can harm cats. Triple E is in the news because people in America are … Continue reading →
This giant parasitic worm is gross and they do sometimes inhabit domestic cats! The size of it. It is hard to believe that it can fit into a small animal’s kidney. It must occupy the kidney completely. This is just … Continue reading →
You should be concerned that your cat might have worms if he or she is an indoor/outdoor cat and enjoys hunting. That should be a heads up situation prompting you to be aware of the possibility of your cat having … Continue reading →
The relocation of shelter animals often by air is commonplace in America. It’s a great idea as it leads to more adoptions and the saving of lives. Craig Prior, a Nashville-based veterinarian with the non-profit Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) … Continue reading →
The Powassan virus is a disease which is transmitted by infected ticks. It can be transmitted directly to a human and it can also infect many wild animals such as hares, coyotes, foxes and raccoons as well as domestic cats and dogs.
Continue reading →It’s all over the internet at present; research indicating that outside cats are three times more likely to pick up a parasitic infection than indoor cats. But Brits will totally ignore this. It will have no impact on their decision … Continue reading →
It might be convenient to bracket cat overgrooming into three reasons (a) itchiness (b) pain (c) stress and anxiety. A cat who licks and therefore is overgrowing all over is probably trying to reduce itchiness on the skin. This might … Continue reading →
by Mrs Brewer My 1yr old inside female cat has something coming out of butt. They look like rice they are like off white color. I need to know WHAT this is and can my other animals get this? I’m … Continue reading →
Presumption The first point to make is that it’s probably sensible to make a presumption that your cat has worms if she is an indoor/outdoor cat. She’s likely to hunt and eat mice and in doing so ingest worms. The … Continue reading →
