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Seven Subtle Signs of Sickness in Cats
1. Any Change in Routine Behavior
2. Change in Food Consumption
3. Change in Litterbox Habits
4. Change in Grooming Behavior
5. Unexplained Weight Loss
6. Bad Breath
7. Vomiting or Change in Bowel Habits
Need for Yearly Vaccinations Questioned
In the last few years the veterinary community has begun to question the need for annual revaccination. Side effects of the common vaccinations have increased in frequency and severity. Reactions range from mild swelling and listlessness to cancerous tumor formation at the injection site..
In 1998 the American Association of Feline Practitioners issued their long awaited Vaccination Guidelines for vaccination of the feline patient. Paramount to a proper vaccination program is the assessment of risk factors for each individual patient and an appropriate recommendation made for each cat based on those factors.
No longer should every cat get every vaccination every year. As well, the AAFP guidelines support the practice of reduced frequency of booster vaccinations.
Cats Only began implementing this protocol as early as 1996, and continues to evaluate each new vaccine for it's efficacy and inclusion in our preventative health program.
The veterinary community is indeed fortunate to have so many vaccines to protect our cats from the dreaded diseases that can cause serious illness and death. These vaccines are not, however, without potential side affects and should be used judiciously after consultation with your veterinarian.
Schedule your cat's appointment with Cats Only today.
Remember, your cat's yearly examination is the most important part of its health care
There's more than one litter problem in your neighborhood.
They never asked to be born, but their mother's owner figured the local animal shelter would surely find them homes. They didn't realize that most of the millions of unwanted animals put to death each year are not strays. They are puppies and kittens born into nice homes like yours.
Having your pet spayed or neutered is the only way to reduce the sad number of ownerless dogs and cats destroyed each year. It will also increase your pet's chance of living a longer and healthier life. That responsibility is yours, and yours alone, so be a responsible pet owner.
Have your pet spayed or neutered. And while you're at it, send a donation to your local humane organization. Help them help those that can't help themselves.
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