If your cat has been diagnosed with a disease that affects his mobility then your vet San Jose, CA may suggest buying a cat wheelchair or mobility cart to help your cat remain mobile. If this is the case, make sure you buy from a reputable retail store that will not only assist you in selecting a cart and measuring your cat to the cart, but will also help you maintain the cart as well as offer repair services for the cart. If possible, purchase a warranty on the cart so that it can be easily repaired, returned or replaced if necessary. If you purchase from an online retailer, check to see if there is a local repair shop in your area qualified to repair or maintain the cart. If you have to send the cart back to the online store, find out ahead of time if you will have to pay for shipping. Visit this website to know more.

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A condition known to cause weakness in the limbs or inhibit mobility completely is often referred to as myelopathy paresis and paralysis. Your local vet San Jose, CA will need to examine your cat to determine if this condition is present. Just because your cat is experiencing leg pain or unable to move as well as usual, it does not mean she has myelopathy paresis or paralysis. However, it is always best to check with your vet. Myelopathy is a condition that affects the spinal cord and depending on the severity of the disease it can cause paresis (weakness) or paralysis (loss of mobility). Symptoms of myelopathy include uncoordinated movements, loss of muscle, decreased tension of the muscles, increased tension of the muscles, problems defecating or pooping, and problems urinating. Myelopathy can be inherited or caused by a blood deficiency, tumors, inflammatory and infectious bacterial meningomyelitis, or a tra ... Read more »

Birds are not low-maintenance pets. Whether you have small bird species or larger ones, their needs are quite the same – complex and specialized. So if you are bringing home a feathered pet, you should be ready to commit to meeting its needs for its entire lifetime.

Reading about your pet bird and talking with bird owners are excellent ways to help you cultivate a closer bond with your pet. Understanding your pet’s peculiar behaviors and knowing their needs will help you become a responsible pet owner.

Pet birds benefit from spending time outside their enclosure. These are opportunities to spread their wings and perform natural behaviors. Activities that they engage in outside their enclosure provide opportunities for physical and mental motivation and keep them from being bored. To ensure your pet’s safety, bird-proof a room where your pet is allowed to spend tim ... Read more »

Proper pet identification is important to increase the chances of finding a lost pet. There are various types of pet identification. Conventional ones include collars and ID tags, while the most recent innovation is microchipping.

If your pet has an ID tag, make sure that it’s securely attached to his collar. The ID tag contains your name and contact details. Make sure to keep the information updated to increase the possibility of being reunited with your pet in case he runs away and gets lost.

Microchips are now considered by many as the most reliable method of pet identification. A tiny microchip is inserted under the skin of the neck. It is a perfectly safe procedure, unlike what some pet owners think. The microchip contains a unique number that corresponds to important owner information in the database. Make sure to update the contact information in case there are changes ... Read more »

Scratching comes naturally for cats. So if you have are sharing your home with a cat or two, you should take steps to protect your carpet and furniture from your pet’s sharp claws, and provide ‘legal’ surfaces to scratch on.

While some cats don’t need to be introduced to a new cat tree or scratch pad, some need some encouragement to use them. Make sure your cat scratches appropriate surfaces by:

• Choosing a sisal-covered post which is sturdy enough to prevent it from toppling over. Get a post that is at least 3 feet in height to allow your kitty to stretch its body.
• If your cat still returns to scratching on your furniture or carpet, place the post next to his favorite scratching spot; rubbing some catnip on the post will surely catch your furball’s attention.
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