Posts Tagged ‘Cat Care’

Relieving cat constipation is done by adding a bit of canned pumpkin to the cat’s food, which adds a gentle dose of fiber. Maintain healthy cat digestion by offering a high-quality food with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care. Expert: Marcia Martin Contact: www.drmarcia.wordpress.com Bio: Dr. Marcia Martin is a 1990 graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. Filmmaker: Suzie Vigoin

Treating newborn kittens for fleas involves a mechanical removal method of bathing the kitten in mild soap and running a flea comb through its fur. Eliminate fleas from the kitten, as well as from its bedding and the carpet, with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care. Expert: Marcia Martin Contact: www.drmarcia.wordpress.com Bio: Dr. Marcia Martin is a 1990 graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. Filmmaker: Suzie Vigoin

Learning to perform the Heimlich maneuver on a cat or small dog is a helpful skill for emergencies. Perform the Heimlich maneuver on a small pet with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care. Expert: Dr. James Talbott Bio: Dr. James R. Talbott is a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, Tenn. Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge

Worms in cats can be roundworms, which look like spaghetti when passed through the stool or vomit, and tapeworms, which look like small segments of rice. Identify internal parasites in cats, which can be accompanied by diarrhea and weight loss, withadvice from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care. Expert: James Talbott Bio: Dr. James R. Talbott is a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, Tenn. Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge

Treating diarrhea in cats depends on the cause, which could be intestinal parasites, pancreatitis or irritable bowel disease. Seek medical attention to cure feline diarrhea with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care. Expert: Marcia Martin Contact: www.drmarcia.wordpress.com Bio: Dr. Marcia Martin is a 1990 graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. Filmmaker: Suzie Vigoin

Cat behavior problems develop between the ages of six to 12 weeks, and they can include aggression towards humans or other animals and urination, especially in males who mark their territory. Assess feline behavior problems at an early age with advice from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care. Expert: Dr. James Talbott Bio: Dr. James R. Talbott is a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, Tenn. Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge

Male cats start spraying as early as 4 to 5 months old, right before sexual maturity, but spraying can generally be controlled by getting the animal neutered. Learn about male spraying behaviors withadvice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care. Expert: Carole Wilbourn Contact: www.thecattherapist.com Bio: Carole Wilbourn’s work and advice on cat behavioral therapy is covered regularly in countless magazines and newspapers. Filmmaker: Paul Muller

Raising just-born kittens involves building a warm nest for them and feeding them an appropriate milk replacement throughout the day. Make sure the kittens are free of any diseases with information from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care. Expert: Marcia Martin Contact: www.drmarcia.wordpress.com Bio: Dr. Marcia Martin is a 1990 graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. Filmmaker: Suzie Vigoin

To adopt a retired research cat, consult a veterinarian, search on the Internet and visit the local animal shelter to see if any such cats are available. Give a good home to a feline used for research withadvice from a cat behavioral therapist in this free video on pet care. Expert: Carole Wilbourn Contact: www.thecattherapist.com Bio: Carole Wilbourn’s work and advice on cat behavioral therapy is covered regularly in countless magazines and newspapers. Filmmaker: Paul Muller

Adopting a Siberian cat can be difficult, as they are purebred cats from Russia who tend to be hypoallergenic due to lower amounts of FVL1 proteins. Learn more about Siberian cats with advice from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on pet care. Expert: Dr. James Talbott Bio: Dr. James R. Talbott is a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, Tenn. Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge