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The cat's digestive tract is host to about 400 different kinds of bacteria and yeasts. Among these, Lactobacillus acidophilus and its relatives help maintain the normal balance of beneficial bacteria in the intestines.
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Baytril is a 'big-gun' antibiotic especially useful in the treatment of difficult respiratory infections and chronic urinary infections in the cat.
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Cat scratch disease (CSD), also known as cat scratch fever, is an illness a person can develop following contact with a cat. It is not a serious illness for most people, however, anyone who comes in contact with cats should learn to recognize the symptoms of CSD and the best way to treat it.
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Excessive tears in themselves are not a danger to a cat's health. However, it is important to determine the underlying cause of the tearing because some things that can cause the eyes to tear can also be irritating and painful.
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Cephalexin is a good broad spectrum antibiotic commonly used in veterinary practice. Learn about its uses, dosing information and precautions.
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Feline acne and stud tail are more common than you think. It's a problem akin to teenage acne. Most cases are mild that they often go unnoticed. More serious cases may take some experimentation to find the best treatment.
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Chlamydia is a common cause of conjunctivitis in cats. is most often seen in kittens and the symptoms are very "flu-like". Learn how to treat this bacterial infection.
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Cats, like people, can have the occasional upset tummy that may result in one or two loose bowel movements, but if a cat develops chronic diarrhea, the situation can be serious.
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Clindamycin is a narrow range antibiotic most commonly used in the treatment of soft tissue infections, dental infections and bone infections caused by susceptible strains of bacteria.
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One of the most serious health problems that can occur in a female breeding cat is if she develops a closed pyometra. Learn more about this life-threatening condition. The most important factor in closed pyometra is early detection and treatment.
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