Sentences with phrase «more susceptible cats»

Some cats, especially older ones, may have no signs of illness at all but can be a source of infection for more susceptible cats in the same household or shelter.

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Alias, btw, you are far more likely to catch a disease from human fecal matter than dog or cat fecal matter... we are simply more susceptible to our own special germs.

There, «African wildcat populations might be less isolated and thus more susceptible to contact with feral domestic cats,» the researchers contend.

He tested positive for that twice, which wasn't necessarily why he was feeling so crappy tho — he was feeling crappy cos he had a tickborne ilness (which cats basically NEVER get), which he was only more susceptible too BECAUSE of the FIV.

Older cats are more susceptible to dental problems such as loose teeth, tartar - build up and sore gums (gingivitis).

Dogs and cats in shelters can get depressed, lose their appetites, and become more susceptible to illness.

Cats that tend to head outside and roam neighbourhoods are more susceptible to this problem.

Furthermore, if it turns out that lefty cats are more susceptible to mental health conditions the way humans are, calming aids may be specifically targeted to left - pawed felines.

These cats have inherited a mix of genes from their mixed parentage, and some vets even find that street cats are more robust in their immunity and are less susceptible to genetic diseases.

As well as being susceptible to viral and bacterial infections, your cat is more likely to develop heavy burdens of parasites, even with a lower level of exposure.

Heartworm testing: Both dogs and cats are susceptible to heartworm disease, though they are more commonly diagnosed in dogs.

Chemotherapy may suppress your cat's white blood cell production and make him or her more susceptible to infections.

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Young and geriatric animals are more susceptible and cats are at greater risk for ringworm than dogs.

Genetics might also play a role, since experts believe Persian cats appear more susceptible than average to the fungus.

Dogs are more susceptible than cats, but cats can become seriously ill from just a few worms.

Feline eye problems like chlamydia, can be found in cats of any age, but kittens appear to be more susceptible to this infection and often, the entire litter of kittens will be infected.

Long haired cats, especially Persians, are also much more susceptible to this infection.

Dogs and cats are both susceptible to acetaminophen intoxication — cats are more sensitive than dogs.

Dogs are more susceptible (100 %) to becoming infected compared to cats where 61 % to 90 % will actually become infected.

If the cat is overweight it will be susceptible to more complications than a lean mother.

Male cats are also more susceptible to reproductive disorders such as cryptorchidism, testicular tumors and prostate disease.

Longhaired cats are believed to be more susceptible because the long hairs protect the spores from being removed by grooming.

Female cats are more susceptible because their urethra (the tube that leads from the bladder to the outside of the body) is shorter than that of males, making it easier for bacteria to ascend to the bladder.

Kittens are much more susceptible to the virus, as are males and cats that have outdoor access.

Devan is a senior citizen cat who had Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, a slow acting virus that makes him more susceptible to various secondary infections.

FeLV - positive cats are also more susceptible to ear, gum and eye infections.

No age predilection has been reported in ferrets or cats, but male cats have been reported to be more susceptible than females.

Pancreatitis can occur in any cat, but some breeds are more susceptible to the disease than others, including the Siamese.

Having a dental diet is especially important for cats and small dogs who are more susceptible to dental problems.

Male cats are more susceptible than females.

Although developmental problems can occur even under the care of their birth mother, without the watchful eye and gentle paw of their feline mom, orphaned kittens are more susceptible to being fearful and aggressive toward people and other cats, more sensitive to novel stimuli, poor learning and deficient social and parenting skills.8, 9 These effects can be lessened with another cat in the household10 and, most importantly, a consistent regime of touch and socialization.

If Spike's immune system is down and his body lacks key vitamins, he'll be more susceptible to a parasite attack, according to Richard H. Pitcairn, DVM, in his 2005 book, «Dr. Pitcairn's New Complete Guide to Natural health for Dogs and Cats.»

It has also been strongly recommended that all kittens are vaccinated against FeLV on the basis that younger cats are more susceptible to this infection and it can not usually be predicted what the risks for the cat would be as it grows up.

Although UTIs are uncommon in young cats, the incidence of UTI is much higher in older cats, which may be more susceptible to infection because of diminished host defenses secondary to aging or concomitant disease (such as diabetes mellitus, renal failure, or hyperthyroidism).

Cats on raw diets are also more susceptible to carrying or passing salmonella bacteria.

Young cats (less than two years of age), older cats (over ten years old), cats in poor physical condition, and cats undergoing concurrent infections or stress are more susceptible to FIP.

Outdoor cats are generally more susceptible to disease than indoor cats, as are cats who are not vaccinated.

Also, when a cat it punished, she's more likely to become stressed and well, stressed cats are more susceptible to diseases.

Onion / Garlic: Cats are more susceptible to toxicity from ingestion of onion / garlic compared to dogs.

Although cats are more susceptible, dogs are also at risk if a large enough amount is consumed.

Genetics Some cat breeds are more susceptible to arthritis than others.

Older cats, especially neutered males, are more susceptible to the disease.

Always bear in mind cats are more susceptible than dogs to these toxicities and, unfortunately, they can be fatal.

Chubby cats are more susceptible to diabetes and liver disease.

Horses are more susceptible to the virus than dogs and cats.

When cats get wet, they are even more susceptible to frost bit.

There are mixed feelings as to whether cats that eat bentonite - containing cat litter are predisposed (more susceptible) to anemia with an associated elevation in their reticulocyte counts.

Is One Breed Of Cat More Susceptible To FIP Than Another?

This is still a dose - dependent effect and these cats were somehow more susceptible (e.g. due to altered metabolism due to age), or