All About Pets and Pet Care » healthy cat http://www.metromaniamagazine.com Keeping your Pets Healthy and Happy Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:02 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 The Adventures of BigOtis: Part I, ‘Healthy’ Cat http://www.metromaniamagazine.com/healthy-cat/the-adventures-of-bigotis-part-i-healthy-cat http://www.metromaniamagazine.com/healthy-cat/the-adventures-of-bigotis-part-i-healthy-cat#comments Fri, 01 Oct 2010 04:33:59 +0000 admin http://www.metromaniamagazine.com/healthy-cat/the-adventures-of-bigotis-part-i-healthy-cat


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www.purina.com http Learn to check the eyes, ears, nose and mouth of your kitten to help them stay healthy and happy. The Kitten Connection features Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist and Purina Cat Chow Mentor Dr. Karen Sueda. Learn more about pets on The Purina Network www.youtube.com/thepurinanetwork and www.petcentric.com (v/o) The Kitten Connection featuring Dr. Karen Sueda brought to you by Purina Kitten Chow. (Karen) Hi! Im veterinarian and Purina Cat Chow Mentor Doctor Karen Sueda. While maintaining regularly scheduled visits to your veterinarian is a must, getting to know what is normal for your kitten or cat is a great idea. I like to encourage people to work this basic home health check into their grooming or snuggle time it works out nicely because your kitten should be relaxed and easy to handle. Generally speaking, a healthy cat has the following characteristics:Eyes that are bright and clear without signs of irritation or discoloration. There shouldnt be evidence of tearing or cloudiness. If discharge collects in the corners of her eyes, clean them with a cotton ball and warm water. Your kittens mouth should be free of sores or growths, she shouldnt have bad breath, and there shouldnt be any signs of red or swollen gums. Her ears should be clean and free of odor and there should be no signs of parasites like ear mites. Her nose should also be clean and free of discharge. Your kittens coat should be shiny and silky and her body should be smooth. While …

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My cat was meowing and running in circles begging for more once I put the rind in the trash! I sure hope cantaloupe is safe and good for cats to eat! Spackles was named for the grey “cement” spackle on her back. The Electronic Casbah by www.freesoundtrackmusic.com

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Quit Smoking Now! Missouri Governor Jay Nixon and Truman the Tiger want Missourians to quit smoking. Call the Missouri Tobacco Quitline Today! 1-800-QUIT-NOW. 1-800-784-8669.

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Use a scratching post to maintain a healthy and happy cat lifestyle in thisfree video. Expert: Dr. Adrienne Mulligan Bio: Dr. Adrienne Mulligan started her life-long dream to be a veterinarian at Oakridge High School in Oakridge, Tennessee. Filmmaker: Chuck Tyler

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]]> http://www.metromaniamagazine.com/healthy-cat/keeping-your-cat-fit-healthy-use-a-scratching-post-to-keep-your-cat-healthy/feed 4 Bruce Fogle gives cat owners expert tips on how to avoid going to the vets http://www.metromaniamagazine.com/healthy-cat/bruce-fogle-gives-cat-owners-expert-tips-on-how-to-avoid-going-to-the-vets http://www.metromaniamagazine.com/healthy-cat/bruce-fogle-gives-cat-owners-expert-tips-on-how-to-avoid-going-to-the-vets#comments Thu, 26 Aug 2010 04:34:01 +0000 admin http://www.metromaniamagazine.com/healthy-cat/bruce-fogle-gives-cat-owners-expert-tips-on-how-to-avoid-going-to-the-vets


On behalf of Iams pet food, Bruce Fogle, a practicing vet for over 40 years, gives cat owners tips and advice on how to avoid unnecessary trips to the vet

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Symptoms of kidney stones in cats include tenderness or pain along the lower back or blood in the urine. Get regular urine tests to confirm healthy kidneys with pet tips andadvice from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on cat health. Expert: Carrie Burhenn Contact: www.felinemedicalclinic.com Bio: Dr. Carrie Burhenn is a full-time veterinarian who received her degree in veterinary medicine from Oregon State University in 1990. Filmmaker: Lisa Fenderson

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www.advancedcatcare.com Check out ways to have a happy, healthy cat. There are funny cat videos and tips to feline nutrition.

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Use cat accessories like harnesses, clickers and leashes to teach your cat basic commands in thisfree video. Expert: Adrienne Mulligan Bio: Dr. Adrienne Mulligan graduated from veterinary school at North Carolina State University in 1993, and now owns the Camp Verde Veterinary Clinic in Camp Verde, Arizona. Filmmaker: Chuck Tyler

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Cats with arthritis are usually treated with glucosamines, but keeping the cat’s weight down is also a good way to reduce the discomfort. Find treatments for arthritic cats with pet tips andadvice from a practicing veterinarian in this free video on cat health. Expert: Carrie Burhenn Contact: www.felinemedicalclinic.com Bio: Dr. Carrie Burhenn is a full-time veterinarian who received her degree in veterinary medicine from Oregon State University in 1990. Filmmaker: Lisa Fenderson

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