Cat Physiology Quiz
Test your knowledge of feline physiology by taking the following multiple choice quiz.
Test your knowledge of feline physiology by taking the following multiple choice quiz.
Part of the evaluation routine for every kitten should be checking for a tail kink. Learn how to detect a kink in your cat's tail.
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.
Tail kinks are purely cosmetic and do not affect the health of the cat. They come in a wide variety of shapes and can range from almost undetectable to so severe that they create the appearance of a corkscrewed tail.