As scary as it may sound, your veterinarian South London area can tell you that it is not uncommon for an American Curl or any cat to have an eye pop out of socket. If this happens to your cat call your vet immediately. Do not try to repair the eye. Remain calm so that your cat will remain calm. Cover the eye with a damp, clean cloth and hold it in place with a loosely wrapped bandage around the head. If possible, soak the cloth in warm, salty water to help preserve the eye. Again, try not to panic. Take your cat to the vet as quickly as possible. While on the phone, ask your vet if you should go to an emergency veterinary ophthalmologist instead. If there is one close by, your vet will probably send you there. No matter the office you go to, follow your vet’s instructions while keeping your cat calm.

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Loss of appetite in people usually signals a physical illness and the same is true for animals. If your Ragdoll cat stops eating it could be a sign of something serious. Give your veterinarian South London area a call to set up an appointment to discuss loss of appetite and any mood changes in your cat. Your vet may need to see your cat in the office immediately, but don’t panic. Not all appetite changes indicate a serious illness. Your vet may find that your cat is simply a picky eater. Some cats will only eat certain brands of cat food while others prefer a change in diet every few weeks. If you notice your Ragdoll cat is leaving his food bowl full more often, just give your vet a call. A quick vet check may reveal that a simple change in diet is all that’s needed to satisfy your picky eater.

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If your Dachshund has been diagnosed with canine bloat chances are your vet London, ON has already started immediate treatment. Canine bloat can be a serious disease. It affects all dog breeds. It occurs when abnormal amounts of gas, food or fluid builds-up in the stomach causing it to expand. Expansion of the stomach can apply pressure to surrounding organs and prevent blood flow to the heart and other areas. Your vet will most likely make a diagnosis of bloat by reviewing symptoms and conducting a physical exam. Symptoms may include unsuccessful attempts to vomit, anxiety, restlessness, hunched up appearance, no normal digestive sounds in the stomach, bloated or tight abdomen, whining, pacing, drooling, unsuccessful attempts to poop, heavy breathing, etc. In some cases the pressure causes the stomach to twist requiring surgery to untwist it. It’s important to note that even with surgery, a dog’s chances for a complete recovery are low. ... Read more »

Although there is no cure for the FeLV virus (Feline Leukemia Virus) there are ways to help keep your cat protected. If you’re concerned about your Scottish Fold, talk to your vet London, ON about possible vaccines, prevention and even identifying symptoms at an early stage. FeLV is the second largest cause of death in cats behind trauma. FeLV is a virus that can cause anemia and lymphoma in cats. It is spread through saliva, blood, and bodily fluids. It is not contagious to other animals. The disease can weaken the immune system causing the cat to become susceptible to other deadly infections. The best prevention for FeLV is to keep your Scottish Fold cats indoors, vaccinate them, and have them checked for FeLV on a routine basis. Vaccines for cats at high risk of FeLV are available although not 100% guaranteed.  Your vet can help you decide the best route of prevention. Visit this link to know more.

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It’s important to keep cleaning solutions and chemicals in a secure location away from animals including your American Curl cat. If you suspect your American Curl has accidently exposed her eyes to cleaning chemicals call your vet London, ON right away. Your vet will most likely be able to advise you over the phone what to do while on the way to the office. Your vet may advise you to flush the cat’s eye with fresh water in order to prevent any type of burn or chemical damage. If possible, refer to the cleaning label and inform your vet about the chemicals in the solution. You should also bring the cleaner with you to the office. If you can, bandage your cat’s eye to prevent further damage and prevent your cat from scratching at her eyes with her nails. You should also call poison control for treatment options as well. For more details, click here.

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