In parts 1 and 2 of this series on Critical Care for Kittens, we discussed the dangers of hypothermia and hypoglycemia. Here in part 3 of this series, we’ll discuss dehydration, an excessive loss of water and electrolytes (minerals such as potassium, sodium and chloride) that occurs in kittens with inadequate milk intake or […]
In part 1 of this series on Critical Care for Kittens, we discussed hypothermia. Another danger to kittens is hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia, low blood sugar (glucose), can occur when kittens don’t get enough food per meal or have been without food for several hours, Glucose is the body’s fuel, and kittens need it regularly since […]
Medical emergencies involving pets commonly involve trauma (hit by a car, sustained in a fall), poisoning, heat stroke, choking and seizures. When it comes to kittens, especially orphaned neonates, common emergencies are hypothermia (low body temperature), hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), dehydration and anemia.
Hypothermia is a major cause of neonatal kitten death. Adult cats shiver […]
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Since this FIP blog series was written, advancements have been made in FIP treatment, including the legal availability of oral formulations of GS-441524 in the United States. Please visit Cornell Feline Health Center, EveryCat Health Foundation and University of California Davis Koret Shelter […]
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Since this FIP blog series was written, advancements have been made in FIP treatment, including the legal availability of oral formulations of GS-441524 in the United States. Please visit Cornell Feline Health Center, EveryCat Health Foundation and University of California Davis Koret Shelter […]
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Since this FIP blog series was written, advancements have been made in FIP treatment, including the legal availability of oral formulations of GS-441524 in the United States. Please visit Cornell Feline Health Center, EveryCat Health Foundation and University of California Davis Koret Shelter […]
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Since this FIP blog series was written, advancements have been made in FIP treatment, including the legal availability of oral formulations of GS-441524 in the United States. Please visit Cornell Feline Health Center, EveryCat Health Foundation and University of California Davis Koret Shelter […]
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Since this FIP blog series was written, advancements have been made in FIP treatment, including the legal availability of oral formulations of GS-441524 in the United States. Please visit Cornell Feline Health Center, EveryCat Health Foundation and University of California Davis Koret Shelter […]
Everyone, including kittens and cats, wants to be treated with respect. The dictionary defines respect as feeling admiration for someone and acknowledging their desires and viewpoints by putting yourself in their shoes or paws. Respect involves observing, listening and recognizing another’s needs and boundaries.
Although we think of cats as predators, it’s important to remember […]
Kittens have their best chance of survival with a healthy mom cat. So, if the family is doing well and is living in a safe area, wait until kittens are about 6 weeks old to trap them. It’s safer for everyone to use a humane trap and, at that age, kittens also weigh enough […]
