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Strokes in Cats: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
What should you know about strokes in cats? Strokes can be ischemic (the blood supply is cut off) or hemorrhagic (blood leaks into the brain). Blood vessel blockages frequently develop as a result of materials breaking off elsewhere in the body and...
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Preservatives in Cat Food: What You Need to Know
Are Preservatives Dangerous to Cats? While preservative can be harmful to pets, this is not always the case. The risk depends on the kind of preservative, the amount in your pet's food, and how much they are having. But if you're concerned about...
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Sodium Poisoning in Cats
While salt is often used in the kitchen, it is quite toxic to cats. The use of salt to induce vomiting in cats is no longer the standard of care, and neither pet owners nor veterinarians advocate for it!1 Salt can also be found in handmade play dough...
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Can Cats Eat Honey? What about Honeydew?
We have grown up hearing about the benefits of honey, for soothing a soar throat or for its health benefits as a great sugar substitute. But is honey also suitable to add to a cat's diet? Is it safe for a cat to have honey? While honey is not...
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Are Cats Lactose Intolerant?
Milk is not good for cats! Yes, you read that right. This may be a shocker to most people, but adult cats are lactose intolerant! As a pet parent, it is important to understand why adult cats should not be given milk, what happens when your adult cat...
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Kidney Disease in Cats
Kidney Failure in Cats Kidney damage or dysfunction is common in cats and can happen for various reasons, many of which can be prevented. Causes include medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, salt poisoning, too much processed food, and...
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Can Cats Eat Kiwi?
Kiwi is a fresh summer fruit, often called a superfruit because of the amount of nutrients it offers. It can be enjoyed in various forms be it a smoothie, fresh cut, or in a salad. At times you may find your cat looking longingly at a kiwi because of...
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Can Cats Eat Green Beans?
Green beans, French beans, String beans, or Snap beans, are young, unripe fruits of various cultivars of the common bean. They have been in cultivation for centuries and are native to Central and South America. Green Beans come in over 130 varieties,...
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Can Cats Eat Garbanzo Beans
Garbanzo beans also known as chickpeas, are legumes that are high in fiber and protein. These are a staple in households around the world and are a great source of protein. Some of the most popular recipes made with garbanzo beans include hummus or...
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