If your cat has been urinating frequently, urinating outside the litter box, dribbling urine, or meowing in pain during urination, he or she probably has a urinary tract infection, or UTI. In order to keep the problem from getting worse (the infection can spread into the kidneys and become life-threatening), it's important to seek the proper treatment for your cat – and also to take action to prevent subsequent UTIs.
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As cats grow older, they become more prone to health problems including arthritis, diabetes and urinary tract infections. While there is nothing you can do to 100% ensure that your cat does not become ill, there are some strategies you can use to reduce your older cat's risk of illness and keep him in better health.
Promote Exercise
Cats' energy levels seem to decrease when they get older. This means you'll have to put a little more effort into keeping your cat active.
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Cat spray is a common concern for pet owners. Spray is similar to urine, but it is used by cats to mark their territory. Cats turn their backs to a surface and spray the substance from their glands, sort of like a skunk would do. If you are struggling to deal with your cat's method of communication, understanding why he is doing it can be helpful.
You may have wished at some point that your cat had a cell phone so you could send important messages back home:
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Do you own a cat or a dog? Are you wondering if your pet is seriously ill or if what they're doing is normal? The holidays can be a time of excitement for your pet, as well as presenting new hazards. Here are some things to look out for:
Turkey carcass: When you throw your turkey bones away, your pet will probably be attracted to the delicious smell. Unfortunately, cooked bones can splinter into dangerously sharp pieces when your pet chews on them.
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If you're like most people, you love newborn puppies, especially when they get to be a few weeks old and can begin playing with you. However, sometimes getting these little guys and gals to that point is a little difficult if their mother has rejected them, or if for some reason the puppy is an orphan. If you're finding yourself in this situation, making sure that the puppy is able to go to the bathroom is important, and it's likely that help from you is required.
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