Sentences with phrase «which stressed cats»

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A cat which is stressed by intruders such as cats in the neighborhood will often urine mark by the doors and windows where she sees or smells the offending feline.

If your cat has always been urinating in the litter box, a change in behaviour indicates a problem which could either be from stress or medical reasons.

Cats may also be affected by stress which will lead to disorders such as excessive licking, hair chewing, wool sucking, fabric pulling and rippling skin disorder.

Trapping a feral cat isn't easy for the cat or volunteers, so having this cue can help TNR groups know which cats still need to be trapped and which have already been taken care of with minimal stress and backtracking.

Your vet may have simply meant that your cat's blood glucose was slightly elevated, which is a possibility just from the stress of an office visit.

The former is a synthetic feline pheromone which cats find hugely reassuring, and can make a stressed kitten feel more relaxed.

Depending on the specific cause of your cat's cough, there are medications and environmental changes which may help relieve your cat's cough and the stress associated with it.

Yet, with age, disease, food changes, medications, toxin exposure, dietary indiscretion, stress, and other events which occur in the cat's life the normal balance of bacteria can be thrown off and whole - body health consequences can ensue.

Some cats are easily stressed, which can cause a change in behavior.

Fish oil derived from similar sources could be similarly contaminated, which is why we stress choosing a distilled, pharmaceutical grade fish oil for your cat (we exclusively recommend Nordic Naturals).

She returned to UC Davis to obtain her MPVM, during which time she conducted research on the use of pheromones to decrease stress and upper respiratory tract disease in shelter cats.

We work quickly and gently with each patient, prioritizing the order in which diagnostic tools are used so we can get a timely diagnosis without putting undue stress on your ailing cat!

Unlike more conventional therapies which can cause stress for your cat, laser treatment is generally a relaxing experience.

Taking a cat out of its regular domain is causes extreme stress, which is why your cat races out of the carrier and hides as soon as it comes home from the vet.

Part of the problem is that many cats aren't touched on their feet very often, which leads to stress.

The most common causes are a medical problem and stress, which is why cats that house soil need veterinary care.

Moving is typically a stressful event and dogs, especially, and some cats as well, can sense when you are frustrated or under stress which in turn will cause him or her to experience more anxiety.

It turns out that the majority of young and middle aged cats end up having a condition called «idiopathic cystitis» which, unlike stones and infection, does not show up as a concrete finding on a test; instead it is a psychosomatic problem that stems from inability to handle stress.

A cat who has used a litterbox for several years will most likely become stressed when introduced to toilet training, which could also result in elimination accidents.

Cats can internalize stress in their urinary tract, which can lead to painful inflammation.

Very interesting and informative Post and likewise the Comments... it's one of the many things I dread; have two female cats who seem prone to this, sometimes caused by «stress» I understand, which I can believe... thankfully the male cats haven't experienced it — and i hope never well.

Cats under psychological stress may go off their food, which can result in weight loss.

Behavior specialists and veterinarians examine a cat's physical and emotional health, as well as traits of instinct, to help figure out problem behaviors and find solutions — think of this as the H.I.S.S. Test, which stands for health, instinct, stress, and symptom solvers.

4CLAWS raised feeder is a durable and neat looking feeder that allows cats to eat in a healthier posture, avoiding stress in bones when leaning over too much which helps cats with arthritis or in surgery recovery.

Having more realistic expectations around the interactions which cats appreciate; frequent but short, will avoid unnecessary stress, fear and worry and will help strengthen the bond between cat and owner.»

This is especially important in old cats because sometimes the stress in muscles, bones or joints does not allow them to eat very much, which means they are not getting all the nutrients they need to be healthy.

If a dog or cat gets too stressed, they can react by scratching or biting, both of which have the potential for serious damage.

As your kitties health and happiness is of the utmost importance our condos have been fitted with glass fronts and internal air ducts to prevent the spread of germs between cats, as well as soft close hinges to prevent loud noises when closing the condo door which can startle cats and lead to stress or anxiety.

This stress can lead to anxiety, aggression, and even illness which could make it very difficult for the shelter or sanctuary personnel to find your cat a new home.

This product has a calming effect on cats, which helps to reduce stress and decrease inappropriate elimination and other behavioral problems.

In the cat, thyroid disease usually involves an over active gland (hyperthyroidism), which leads to stress on the heart and other organs.

The April 20 episode of Innovations will discuss the American Association of Feline Practitioners» (AAFP's) Cat Friendly Practice ® Program (CFP) designation, which focuses on reducing the stress of veterinary visits for cats and cat owneCat Friendly Practice ® Program (CFP) designation, which focuses on reducing the stress of veterinary visits for cats and cat ownecat owners.

I'd really love to see shelters put their resources and time into programs aimed at getting cats adopted more quickly and therefore out of the shelter sooner and decreasing stress in cats, which does really help cats stay healthier!

Feeding lower quality food, particularly foods not intended for that type of animal (as when feeding corn to cats, hedgehogs, or ferrets), also puts stress on that animals digestive system, which may contribute to causing cancers.

Indoor cats may also suffer from stress or boredom, which can in turn cause them to overeat.

Marking is a form of communication which can be associated with a heightened state of emotional arousal or stress in the cat.

Regular feeding puts the cats on a schedule which ensures successful trapping, while a nutritious diet helps them tolerate the stress of surgery and post-operative confinement.

The handlers need to be able to work quickly and quietly and be kept safe from cats which will be stressed and impossible to control by manual handling.

Being able to read his body language and facial expressions results in less stress for the cat and less injury to you, which is a win - win experience for all.

Many causes of stress in cats can be medical, which is why it is always good to thoroughly rule out medical causes before embarking on behavior modification.

A purring cat has measurable hertz, which has proven to reduce stress and anxiety when they purr.

We interact with the animals by walking the dogs and playing with the cats, which helps them release stress and pent - up energy, as well as improving their overall health and adoptability.

About Rock & Rawhide: Rock & Rawhide is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 which aims to increase adoptions and quality of life for dogs and cats in shelters, by providing distraction therapy and noise / stress reduction through the donations of toys, tough chew items, Kongs, Nylabones, bones, rawhides, blankets and more.

The incubation period for viruses can be a week or more, so a cat that is healthy on the day it's adopted, could become ill within a week, especially kittens that don't have fully developed immune systems and are experiencing major stress when they are separated from their mom, siblings and in your home, which is new and scary to a young cat.

Punishment will often cause your cat to run away and hide from you, and can lead to stress, which can also breed behavioral and health problems.

To get a reliable blood glucose reading is a management problem — the cats have to be seen quickly, and / or kept up high, covered and away from other dogs and other cats during the waiting time — which is also the reason these 12 and 24 hours glucose curves are going to be useless — that is a whole day of «stress».

A cat vet will be likely to have developed their own technique in such situations which will usually result in a scratchless and stress - free extraction.

Some (especially advanced cases) may also pant when they are stressed, which is very unusual in cats.

Weight Loss: If your cat is overweight, the extra weight puts unnecessary additional stress on your kitty's joints, which causes him more pain.

Open mouth breathing in cats can be a simple stress reaction to a change in environment which will subside if the stressful conditions are removed.