May 2012

Does your kitty have arthritis?

No pet owner wants to face the health issues of an aging cat, but it is part of the job title. When your kitty starts to get older, you will be the first one to notice any changes in his normal behavior.

One of the most common ailments that senior cats deal with is arthritis. This painful disorder can dramatically lower your feline's quality of life. Thankfully, however, it is oftentimes simple to treat.

What signs should you be looking for?

Kitty keeps losing weight

As a self-proclaimed crazy cat lady, I feel that I have a sixth sense when it comes to my kitties. My friends joke that I'm the "Cat Whisperer" because I can usually figure out what they are thinking. I know when are seeking attention or hungry. I can tell if they are wanting to play or needing some space. I even have a special way of making "untouchable" cats learn to trust me.

Every now and then, however, I'm unable to figure out what my kitty needs. Right now, one of my oldest cats is losing a lot of weight. Of course, I'm going to take him to a vet right away, but until then, I did a little research to figure out what could be causing this issue.

The importance of sterilizing your cats

As cat owners, we want to make sure we do everything possible to ensure a long, healthy life for our furry friends. Our homes are fill with the most innovative cat toys. Our pantries are stocked with the finest cat foods. We even go out of our way to have special time with our kitty. The hardest thing to do is see our animal sick or in pain. I know many pet owners who avoid sterilizing their cats for this very reason. Why should our precious furball undergo an uncomfortable surgery that removes part of who they are?

The answer is simple: Fixing your cat will give him or her better health and maybe even a longer life.