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Common cat health care concerns
There are a number of cat health care concerns that are common to all feline
owners. For instance the "to declaw or not to declaw" debate. Spaying and
neutering issues are another top concern pet owners express to their
veterinarians. Hairballs and fleas are among the other cat health care
issues brought up during routine vet visits.
If your cat will be an exclusively inside cat and repeated clawing at people
or other pets has become a problem it may be time to take a look at having
kitty declawed. If its just furniture and or other household items that are
being "victimized" try a scratching post, or better yet two or more placed
in various rooms, before you make the decision to declaw. Declawing is a
common and relatively safe cat health care procedure performed under general
anesthesia. It is proven to be one of the safest procedures and your cat
should be able to resume amusing you with his antics within a couple of
days.
Flea and hairball treatments can be purchased in most supermarkets and
department stores, or through your veterinarian. Hairballs are a common
problem, especially with longhaired cats and or with breeds that tend to
shed a lot. The most effective medication for this is an ointment that is
applied to the paws and the cat then licks off during normal grooming. There
is a similar ointment available for flea prevention. Other over the counter
treatments for flea problems include flea collars, flea shampoo and flea
powder. There are also several products available to treat your home and
property if your cat has become infested with fleas. It is of course always
best to consult your vet about any cat health care concerns before
attempting to treat them yourself.
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About The Author:
Declan Tobin is a successful author and publisher of
http://www.no1-in-pets.com. An online resource for Pets reviews and information.
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