Hyperthyroidism is caused by an excess of thyroid hormone and is prevalent in older cats. This disorder can cause your cat to lose weight and have trouble regulating her body temperature. She may experience excessive thirst and urination, some panting and hyperactivity. She may look unkempt and clearly doesn’t seem to be feeling well. Hyperthyroidism can be diagnosed easily with blood and urine testing so treatment can be started quickly. Treatment often relies on oral medication given daily. You may also give your cat this medication by rubbing it in gel form into the inside of her ears. You will need to give your cat these medications for the rest of her life. Surgical removal of the thyroid is also an option as is injection of radioactive iodine to manage thyroid hormones. The symptoms of hyperthyroidism can mimic a number of other conditions so make an appointment with your Gresh ... Read more »

If you own a Bengal cat or other breed of feline then you should talk to your vet about the FeLV virus and how you can protect your cat. FeLV stands for the Feline Leukemia Virus which is a virus found only in cats. The virus can cause anemia and lymphoma and is the second largest cause of death among cats. The risk of contracting FeLV is very low for indoor Bengals. However, if you have a multi-cat home the risk increases especially within the Bengals that share the same water and food bowls or even litter boxes. Senior Bengals are also more susceptible to the virus because of their age and inability to fight off illness. Outdoor Bengals are more susceptible to the virus as well due to their contact with other cats that could be infected. Talk with your veterinarian Indianapolis, IN for more information. Or click this link: http://noahsveterinarystop11.com/

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