Alopecia In Cats
Alopecia is the complete or partial lack of hair in any area of the skin where hair would normally be found. Treatment depends upon the underlying cause.
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Appearance of Ringworm In Cats
Do you know what ringworm looks like in its earliest stages? In a nursing kitten? At its most severe? This article features a variety of photos that show the many ugly faces of ringworm.
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Cat Show 21-Day Rule
One of the risks of showing cats that all exhibitors acknowledge is the possibility of their cat "catching" something from one of the other cats at the show. Most cat registries have enacted a 21 Day Rule as part of their show rules, meaning any cattery that has had an infectious problem must not enter ANY cats in a show for 21 days following the date the cattery has a clear bill of health.
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Choosing A Microscope For A Cat Breeder
An inexpensive student-quality microscope is a smart addition to the cat breeder's medical chest. It can be used to identify parasites such as Coccidia, Giardia, Tritrichomonas foetus and even ringworm.
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Colloidal Silver For Cats
Some people rave about Colloidal Silver's positive results. Others say it has no effect. Still others warn about side effects. Regardless, this controversial alternative medicine may have a place in your cat's health care.
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Core Vaccinations For Your Cat
"Core" vaccines are those vaccinations that every cat needs to be given to protect it from common, infectious feline diseases.
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Deal-Breakers
Every breeder needs to decide what will be a 'deal-breaker' in their breeding program. This is the line they are not willing to cross. A deal-breaker might be the flaws in a cat that are unacceptable or the conditions in a contract that are non-negotiable. Learn more.
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Decontamination Of A Cattery Following An Infection
Sooner or later, every cattery will suffer an infection. Once a cattery has experienced an outbreak, decontamination becomes a priority. This article details the steps to take to decontaminate your cattery.
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Dirty-Faced Nursing Kittens
Black specks that appeared on the muzzle of a nursing kitten may be the first sign of a ringworm infection, Learn how to recognize the problem and what you can do to treat such a young patient.
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