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Cat hairball thoughts and tips in an infographic

January 21, 2023 by Michael Broad

An infographic on an often-discussed cat caregiving topic. All the information contained therein is from veterinary sources primarily Dr Bruce Fogle DVM and Drs Eldredge DVM, Carlson DVM, Carlson DVM and Giffin MD. I hope you find it useful. I have focused on some essential tips. Below are some more articles on hairballs:

Cat Hairballs: information and thoughts

November 27, 2021November 27, 2021 by Michael Broad

The stomach of cats is designed to accept hair. It has to be as a lot of hair is ingested during grooming. Sometimes too much for longhaired cats. Medical – mainly a longhaired cat problem Longhaired cats accumulate hair in the stomach as hairballs. They can be regurgitated rather than passing through the digestive …

April 25 is Hairball Awareness Day: Let’s Unravel the Hairball Mystery

April 25, 2014 by Michael Broad

Did you know that today is Hairball Awareness Day? This year, on Friday, April 25, cat lovers around the world will celebrate this annual event. While some folks may think that setting aside a special day devoted to hairballs (otherwise known more scientifically as trichobezoars) is amusing, there is nothing funny about hairballs. If …

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