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As cats get older, they are prone to urinary problems. One such problem is cystitis which is a bladder infection that results in frequent urination and sometimes blood in the urine. Kidney and bladder problems can also occur. Symptoms of these include offensive breath, frequent urination or not being able to urinate, and noticeably increased [...]
Although this will vary greatly depending on the cat’s diet, a typical cat’s daily water requirement is about 7 fl oz (200 ml) a day. Cat’s in the wild receive most of their water intake from freshly killed prey, this comes to about 70 per cent water. A domestic cat will get some of its [...]
Mange is an unsightly and distressing skin condition that is transmitted by mites which live in the coat or on or under the skin. Although there are several species of these mites, they all produce similar effects. These effects range from minor flaking of the skin like dandruff to large, bald, scaly patches. The form [...]
There is a great deal known about the place of the cat in Ancient Egyptian culture due to the fact of the abundance of evidence that was left behind. During this period in time, cats came to have mystical qualities, perhaps in association to their acute night vision. They also came to be highly valued [...]
