Animal Holidays for August
 
Aug. 8: International (World) Cat Day.

Aug. 15: National Check the Chip Day. AVMA and the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)

Aug. 17: National Black Cat Appreciation Day

Aug. 18: International/National Homeless Animals’ Day®  [3rd Sat. of Aug.]

Aug. 22: National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day

Aug. 28: Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day

Aug. 30. National Holistic Pet Day

 
 
PET FOOD NEWS
 
People foods cats can eat (and some they shouldn't)
 
 

Shelter feed links:

http://bit.ly/Food4Animals
 
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If pets could talk
 
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August 7, 2018

 
Cat Equipment Basics: What You Need

If you or someone you know just got a first cat, here are some things to know to help make things go right:

Just as we need furniture and personal supplies to live in our homes, so do our cats. Their needs are similar, yet different, and probably a lot simpler. These are the basic items to have:

Litter box, bed, scratching post, food and water bowls, toys, grooming supplies, collar, pet carrier, and more if you want to enhance the relationship even further. See more ideas at this article link:

https://www.vetbabble.com/cats/getting-started-cats/cat-equipment-basics/
 
 
Cannabis has hit the pets market
 
Pet treats and other pet products with cannabidiol (CBD) or other forms of hemp seem to be popping up daily.

The FDA has not approved the use of this substance, or any other part of the hemp plant, for use in pet foods or treats. So how could so many pet products with those ingredients be on the market? Read more....

https://www.petfoodindustry.com/blogs/7-adventures-in-pet-food/post/7348-cbd-pet-products-on-the-rise-regulatory-status-is-murky
 
 
The 6 Most Common Cat Health Problems
 
The quick list is as follows:
 
Vomiting, Urinary Tract Diseases, Fleas, Tapeworms, Diarrhea, Eye Problems
 
 
Head shaking
 
If your cat is shaking its head a lot, here is a list of potential problems:
 
ear mites, ear infection, foreign body in ear, nose, throat, mouth, etc.

sore spot in or around mouth (bite, scratch, burn), sore tooth/teeth, mouth

immune disease, hypoglycemia, dietary reactions, allergy, neurological problem

sinus issues. momentary dizziness
 
 
A chat window opens and you may ask a vet tech your questions.
 
 
 
Ten Nice Things You Can Do For Your Cat
 
 
1. Keep his teeth clean
2. Play with her
3. Brush regularly
4. Provide a comfortable bed
5. Annual vet visits to ensure health
6. Always clean the litter box and use litter he likes
7. Always have available clean, pure water
8. Play music she likes
9. Get him the perfect scratching post
10. Treat her to some Catnip Wine (a link is in the article)
 
 
 
Delayed Weaning Reduces Behavior Problems
 
Early weaning increases aggression and stereotypic behaviour in cats, shows a new study from Professor Hannes Lohi's research group. Based on the study conducted at the University of Helsinki, the recommended weaning age of 12 weeks should be raised by at least two weeks. Delaying weaning is an easy and cost-efficient way of improving the quality of life of cats.  (from a 2017 article)