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Treating newborn kittens for fleas involves a mechanical removal method of bathing the kitten in mild soap and running a flea comb through its fur. Eliminate fleas from the kitten, as well as from its bedding and the carpet, with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care.
Raising just-born kittens involves building a warm nest for them and feeding them an appropriate milk replacement throughout the day. Make sure the kittens are free of any diseases with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care.
Relieving cat constipation is done by adding a bit of canned pumpkin to the cat's food, which adds a gentle dose of fiber. Maintain healthy cat digestion by offering a high-quality food with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care.
Stopping a cat from spraying inside the house is a process of elimination, starting with a full veterinary exam to rule out any medical problems, and followed by improving the litter box atmosphere. Make sure the cat is attracted to its litter box with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care.
Treating diarrhea in cats depends on the cause, which could be intestinal parasites, pancreatitis or irritable bowel disease. Seek medical attention to cure feline diarrhea with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care.
Newborn kittens require a high-quality milk replacement if the mother's milk is not available, but cow's milk can cause diarrhea in a newborn kitten. Find a powdered kitten milk replacement, which can be given through a bottle, with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care.
When kittens are born, make sure that the mother cat is cleaning off their faces so they can breathe, confirm that a placenta is passed after each kitten, and take the mother to the hospital if more than an hour passes between kitten deliveries. Make sure the kittens thrive and move around when they are born with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care.
Newborn kittens open their eyes and ears between 2 and 3 weeks of age, which is also when they start developing basic motor skills. Watch a kitten begin to develop a sense of sight and hearing with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care.
Home remedies for hairballs include shaving the cat into a lion cut to eliminate long, shedding hair, or improving the cat's diet to help the digestive system work properly. Reduce the occurrence of hairballs with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care.
Marcia Martin Dr. Marcia Martin is a 1990 graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. After practicing traditional medicine in Houston for 10 years, she became interested in alternative healing practices. She obtained certification in acupuncture through the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society in 2003. Her introduction to Traditional Chinese medicine opened the door to a number of other alternative healing practices. Martin has pursued many avenues of training in Classical Homeopathy and is currently pursuing certification through the Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy. Martin practices network spinal analysis, a non-force chiropractic technique pioneered for humans by Dr. Donnie Epstein. Martin is one of only a few veterinarians granted permission to train in and practice this technique on non-human patients. She has also trained extensively in equine osteopathic techniques with Dr. Janek Vluggen and has been a consultant to Gallery Racing and Cavalia.dkdk
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