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Aspiration pneumonia occurs when a cat inhales foreign matter into its lungs. The most common materials inhaled by cats include food, liquids, vomit, or fluids from the mouth.
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A pre-anesthetic physical exam of the feline is the first step before any surgical procedure should be performed.
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An Exotic Shorthair breeder shares the medical detective work necessary when her stud male developed a rather unusual case of a blocked bladder.
Bronchitis in cats can be acute or chronic, and it can be a serious problem over the long term.
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When labor and delivery does not go normally, it can be an anguishing decision whether to schedule the mother-to-be for a C-section, or whether to wait and see if the queen can deliver naturally. Test your knowledge and instincts by deciding what you would do given specific birthing scenarios.
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The response to the first article in this series was overwhelming - and so here are 10 more real-life feline pregnancies for you to test your knowledge and instincts by deciding what you would do given specific birthing scenarios.
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The response to the first article in this series was overwhelming - and so here are 10 more real-life feline pregnancies for you to test your knowledge and instincts by deciding what you would do given specific birthing scenarios.
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Knowing how to best prepare your queen for a C-section, and how take care of her afterwards, can make the difference between a queen who successfully raises her litter on her own, or a queen who rejects her kittens completely.
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Every breeder should have a discussion with their veterinarian regarding their procedures should a cat need a C-section. Don't wait until a C-section is needed to find out your vet's views and techniques.
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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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