Dr Prachi Seth Do you notice your cat scratching her ears a lot? Is your kitty getting uneasy and has a foul smelling discharge from her ears? All these are warning signs of an ear infection, so take care at the earliest. Cats are super sensitive. So, if they’re uncomfortable you’ll get to know with […]
Read the label instructions carefully for correct dosage. Pull the ear flap over the head, insert nozzle of treatment bottle gently into ear canal and squeeze out desired amount. Gently massage the ear area to help work the medication deeper into the ear canal. (Contributed by Intervet India Pvt Ltd)
Dr Hemant Jain It is that time of the year when sun soaking becomes super enjoyable, getting out of the cosy bed becomes a task, and pet snuggles become all the more welcome! Glorious winters are here and it is time to take care of your pets a little extra. Pet parents are becoming
Here are some tips on removing foreign bodies in your cat. Joan Henderson If your cat has a thorn or stone lodged or embedded in his paw try removing it using tweezers. Bathe any remaining small wound with a suitable antiseptic — one meant for humans may be poisonous to cats, and they may ingest
Garima Singhal Feline behavioural problems are common in multiple cat households. Many times cats are not well understood as dogs. But knowing some basics about cat culture can help pet parents solve many problems. Some cats just don’t give peace a chance. It can be a difficult and frustrating situation living with feuding felines.
Joan Henderson Statistics show that cats, like people, are living longer thanks to advancement in veterinary science, nutrition and therapeutics, as well as increase in the proportion of cats living indoors or whose access to the outdoors is restricted to leash walks and/or escape-proof enclosed structures. In fact, the percentage of house cats aged
Cina Shivdasani with her cats Meet Cina Shivdasani, cat lady of Mumbai. She shares her room with 70 cats and three dogs. She’s been sheltering injured cats for more than a decade, and we salute her love and passion for these humble beings. Cina Shivdasani, a 37 years old woman, a true Mumbaikar, and a
Kritika Manchanda Dental problems do not see the age or breed of the cat. They are most commonly associated with plaque and tartar formation and are referred to as periodontal diseases Generally dental diseases tend to show with the age just like in humans. But we cannot ignore the fact that even young cats can
pallavi Bhattacharya There is little awareness on disabilities in India. Needless to say we are even more ill informed about animal related disabilities. With a little knowledge and oodles of care, you can give a disabled animalThere is little awareness on disabilities in India. Needless to say we are even more ill informed about animal
Sue Ghosh It’s vacation time… time to travel, unwind and be away from the hustle bustle of the city. But, one thing bothers all the time – what about my cat? Here’s how to choose a suitable crèche or kennel for your kitty. It is not a good idea to leave your cat with
Kritika Manchanda Feeling a nip in the air? Your kitty feels it too. This is winter time and it’s high time to raise your cuddling care for your beloved feline fellow. Let’s look at some winter care tips for your kitty. In winter, it is quite usual to find your cat cosying in the
Joan Henderson Though a cat is very good at grooming herself, it is pet parents’ duty to take care of her nose, ears and teeth. Care for the nose… It is very rare that the nose of a cat needs any special attention. A healthy cat will not have a runny nose and it is
Dr Ashwani Kumar When you have shared your home with a cat for many years, she becomes an integral member of the family, and you develop strong emotional attachments. But, as she ages, she needs the most. Here’s how to take care of your senior kitty. Cats are very good at disguising their problems,
Joan Henderson Bringing home a cat is a huge responsibility. Here are a few tips to make their homecoming purrfect! It’s a pleasure to welcome home a kitty. But, the cat can be shy and scared…let’s make the cat comfortable at our home. Kitty-proof the house: When you first bring a new kitten into
Kritika Manchanda Litter box problem can be a warning sign. You must act quickly and find a solution to this problem. Let’s see how. Cats developing litter box problems is a common thing. Some cats stop using the box, while other cats might use it for defecating or urinating instead of doing it for both.
