Cat Health

How to Feed Orphaned Kittens

By eHow Pets Editor

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Feeding orphaned kittens takes time and dedication. Do the following to ensure proper nutrition... more »

How to Find a Career Helping Animals

By Melissa Maroff

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You’d love a career that's animal-related—working with animals, helping to make a difference for animals—anything that involves animals, really. Something rewarding. Something you wouldn’t mind—in fact, something you would actually enjoy getting ... more »

How to Get a Spay/Neuter Law Passed

By Melissa Maroff

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Pet overpopulation and overcrowded shelters are an ongoing problem in the United States with about half of the estimated 8 to 12 million animals that enter shelters each year ending up euthanized. Aside from destroying innocent animals, it is a ... more »

How to Give First Aid to Pets

By Charbie28

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Learning how to assist an injured animal it is important to understand they are in pain so even the nicest pet can bite... more »

How to give medicine to a cat.

By DaKnees

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Cats can be very stubborn when it's time to take a pill. Take these steps to avoid kitty's claws... more »

How to Give Pets Oral Medication

By eHow Pets Editor

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A spoonful of sugar might be worth a shot in getting your pet to ingest a needed pill, but here's a more successful trick to help the medicine go down... more »

How to Grow Cat Grass

By GreenKnitter

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Pet owners know it as cat grass, but really wheat berries and can be found at your local health food store. Cats go nuts for this easy to grow grass! It helps with digestive issues and keeps cats from eating potentially harmful house plants... more »

How to Increase Lifespan With Acupuncture

By mjpolitis

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Acupuncture has many uses in human and animal medicine, many of which were nearly lost. Five Element acupuncture, one of the two branches of this ancient and tested medical discipline, has within it an easily applied method which, according to ... more »

How to Make Your Christmas Tree Pet-Safe

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Christmas trees pose all sorts of hidden dangers for dogs and cats. Learn how to minimize the risks... more »

How to Medicate Your Cat With a Pill

By eHow Pets Editor

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Most cat owners cringe when the vet says Tabby will have to take a pill. Follow the steps below to make this task less stressful for you and your pet... more »

How to Prepare a Pet for an Emergency

By Melissa Maroff

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We all witnessed the devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina for both humans and their pets. We learned from mistakes and new laws were enacted as a result. There are still several steps we can take to get the animal members of our family safely ... more »

How to Prevent Lyme Disease in Pets

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Lyme disease is an infection caused by the "Borrelia burgdorferi" bacteria, which is transmitted through ticks. It causes fever and arthritis, and can eventually lead to joint damage, heart problems and kidney disease. It normally affects dogs ... more »

How to Reduce the Risk of Skin Cancer in Cats

By eHow Pets Editor

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If your cat is white, or if he has white on his ears and nose, he may be prone to skin cancer. What to do? You got it: Lather on the sunscreen... more »

How to Start a Dog Walking/Pet Sitting Service

By Melissa Maroff

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Hiring pet sitters has become increasingly popular and is a trend that continues to grow. Many pet owners work long hours and feel more comfortable having someone check on their pet and give them needed exercise. Pets left alone for long periods ... more »

How to Stop a Cat From Scratching

By Melissa Maroff

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Cats scratch for many reasons, including marking their territory or trimming their claws. Sometimes it's just to stretch and flex, or maybe just work off some energy. In any case, it's natural behavior, so the idea is to get them to scratch the ... more »

How to Take Care of Abandoned Kittens

By eHow Pets Editor

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Kittens may be abandoned and in need of care for a variety of reasons such as the death of the mother to the mother rejecting some or all of the kittens. Luckily, caring for abandoned kittens is not a difficult task; although it can be a bit time ... more »

How to Take Your Cat to the Vet

By Lori Lucero

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It can be very difficult to take your cat to the vet, especially if you have more than one. Unlike dogs, cats usually don't enjoy riding in the car and won't be thrilled with the prospect of doing so. Planning ahead can make things better for ... more »

How to Take Your Pet's Temperature

By eHow Pets Editor

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Take your pet's temperature when she is healthy so that you'll recognize when her temperature is above normal in the future... more »

How to Treat Ear Mites in Your Pet

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Ear mites (otodectes cynotis) are common to most pets - especially strays. Symptoms include scratching, shaking of the head and a reddish brown or black waxy buildup in the ears. Here are a few steps to help relieve your pet of ear mites... more »

How to treat fleas on kittens

By Nicandab

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Bringing home a new kitten can be fun until you discover that your precious little baby is riddled with fleas! They infest everything and make everyone generally miserable. The problem is, many over the counter and even prescription treatments ... more »

How to Understand Sexual Maturity in Male Cats

By wjackson

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You have a male cat and you are curious about the signs that will tell you that he is becoming sexually mature. Do not fear. You will have no problem identifying this in your male cat. He will be prancing around in his macho glory by his first ... more »

How to Use An Elizabethan Collar (Lampshade) On a Pet

By Melissa Maroff

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When a dog or cat has a wound, stitches, or hot spots that need to heal, placing an Elizabethan collar or E-collar (plastic cone) around the neck will prevent the pet from licking or biting the area. The following are tips for making the ... more »

How to Adopt a Healthy Cat From a Shelter

By eHow Pets Editor

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Thousands of healthy, unwanted cats are euthanized at animal shelters each month. Thankfully, thousands more are adopted by caring people just like you. If you are planning to adopt a cat from a shelter, follow the steps below to choose a healthy ... more »

How to Anesthetize a Cat

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Cats need to be anesthetized for a variety of procedures that wouldn't warrant sedation in humans. Dental cleanings, some X-rays, and surgical procedures must be performed while the cat is under anesthesia... more »

How to Catch a Feral Cat

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A "feral cat" is a stray or offspring of a domestic cat living in the wild. Many animal humane societies have a program to catch or trap "feral cats," to spay or neuter, evaluate their health and then release the healthy cats back into a safe ... more »

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