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Tuesday, April 22, 2008
A few notes about Persian cat health
Hairballs are wads of hair that accumulate inthe cat's stomach as a result of its constant licking and cleaning with the tongue. Persian cats are more prone to getting hairballs because of the increased amount of hair they swallow. Remember that daily grooming is the most effective preventive measure against the problem of hairballs. The products sold in pet stores specifically to help in hairball removal are the quite effective remedies.
Fever is a sign of infection, inflammation or disease. Heat stroke and other problems also can cause fever. In any case, fever is a sign of potential serious disease, so be sure to contact your vet.
Urolithiasis is the formation of stones in the bladder or urethra. The exact cause of the disease is not understood; howvere male cats are more severely affected than females. Since the male has a longer and narrower urethra, stones are more likely to become lodged and cause a blockage. female cats will show signs of frequent urination. Male cats will have signs of straining to urinate, painful urination or straining with no results. If your cats is showing any of these symptoms, see your vet IMMEDIATELY!
Posted by oddeyekitty Tuesday, April 22, 2008
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