Scoliosis & Vertebral Fusion In A Cat
This is the story of an Oriental Shorthair named Shrimpbait who was born with a condition called scoliosis. A twisting and fusing of the bones in her spine left her permanently leaning to the right.
This is the story of an Oriental Shorthair named Shrimpbait who was born with a condition called scoliosis. A twisting and fusing of the bones in her spine left her permanently leaning to the right.
While a cat breeder needn't to know as much as a veterinarian about a feline skeleton, a rudimentary knowledge of the structures will help assess situations, from possible broken bones to hereditary problems.
Two x-rays taken of a pregnant cat in different positions can help you accurately count the number of kittens to expect. Knowing the number of kittens will increase the chances of a successful delivery.