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Sara2020-10-10T11:14:41-04:00October 10th, 2020|

Hydrocephalus in Kittens September 5, 2023
What is Hydrocephalus? Hydrocephalus, commonly referred to as “water on the brain,” is a rare feline neurologic disorder. It involves the abnormal accumulation of cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) in the ventricular system of the brain. Consisting of electrolytes, enzymes and glucose, CSF surrounds and protects the spinal cord and brain from injury as [...] The […]
Preemies: Helping Kittens Born Early August 1, 2023
Kittens are born blind, deaf, unable to regulate their body temperature and dependent on their mother. Orphaned neonates require intensive caregiver attention, which increases immensely if they are born prematurely. Premature Birth in Kittens Most veterinarians consider a birth premature if it occurs before 61 days of gestation. Chances for survival decrease rapidly for [...] The […]
Kitten Vision: More Than Meets the Eye July 4, 2023
The Anatomy of Feline Eyes To better understand the development and function of kittens’ eyes, it helps to be familiar with the eye’s anatomy. The orbit is the bony cavity within the skull in which the eyeballs are situated. The orbit also contains muscles, nerves, blood vessels and the structures that produce and [...] The […]