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08/21/2025

08/21/2025

From The Merck Veterinary Manual

If your pet is choking, every second counts. Look for signs like pawing at the mouth, gagging, or difficulty breathing. Quick action can make all the difference! For more information, visit https://mrkmnls.co/4oBiPZY

08/21/2025

When checking your pet for ticks, also look inside of the mouth.

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08/17/2025

Common signs of a scared cat include changes in behavior and body language. Recognizing these signs can help in providing comfort and support to the cat.

BODY LANGUAGE
Ears flattened against the head
Tail tucked between the legs
Hunched posture or crouching low
Vocalizations
Increased vocalization, such as hissing or growling
Whining or yowling when approached

BEHAVIORAL CHANGES
Hiding in secluded spots or under furniture
Avoiding interaction with people or other pets
Sudden aggression or defensive behavior

PHYSICAL REACTIONS
Dilated pupils
Rapid breathing or increased heart rate
Excessive grooming or scratching

Understanding these signs can help in creating a safe environment for a scared cat.

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Signs of a feral cat include distinct behaviors and physical characteristics. Recognizing these signs can help differentiate feral cats from stray/domesticated ones.

BEHAVIORAL TRAITS
Avoidance of Humans: Feral cats typically shy away from human interaction and may flee when approached.

Nocturnal Activity: They are often more active at night, hunting and exploring during darker hours.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Wild Appearance: Feral cats may have a scruffy coat, visible signs of wear, and may appear unkempt compared to domestic cats.

Body Language: They often display defensive postures, such as hissing or arching their backs when threatened.

LIVING CONDITIONS
Outdoor Habitat: Feral cats usually live outdoors, often in colonies, and may seek shelter in abandoned buildings or underbrush.

Self-Sufficiency: They hunt for food and are not reliant on humans for sustenance.

SOCIALIZATION LEVEL
Limited Human Interaction: Feral cats are generally not socialized to humans and may not respond to human calls or gestures.

08/17/2025

Just for fun

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08/12/2025

Meet Izzy, who is 9 and decided it was time to use up one of her lives… she had quite the scare! Izzy was accidentally trapped inside her mom’s car for at least four hours after sneaking in unnoticed. When she was found, she was open-mouth breathing. Her mom acted fast, rinsing her with cool water and rushing her to our emergency hospital.

Our critical care team was concerned about possible GI damage, liver issues, brain injury, and clotting abnormalities - all potential complications from heatstroke. We quickly ran bloodwork, started IV fluids, gave medications to protect her intestinal tract and initiated other supportive care.

Izzy’s bloodwork revealed only mild electrolyte changes (likely from fluid loss and temporary kidney stress caused by the heatstroke). Thankfully, she responded quickly to treatment, and after her follow-up bloodwork came back normal, she was able to go home the very next day.

Did you know cats (not just dogs) can suffer from heatstroke?
Some are at higher risk, including:
🐾 Brachycephalic (flat-faced) cats
🐾 Obese cats
🐾 Senior cats
🐾 Cats with kidney disease, diabetes, heart, respiratory, or neurological conditions

Signs of heatstroke in cats may include:
• Disorientation or trouble walking/standing
• Vomiting or diarrhea (sometimes with blood)
• Labored breathing or wheezing
• Panting
• Seizures
• Collapse

If you suspect heatstroke:
You can start brief cooling measures at home, such as applying cool, damp towels to the ears and paws, moving your cat to an air-conditioned area, and offering cool water or ice cubes as you prepare to immediately head to your veterinarian/ animal ER for emergency care.

Prevention tips:
Keep your cat indoors or limit outdoor time on hot, humid days
Always check your clothes dryer before use
Check your vehicle to ensure your cat hasn’t been accidentally left inside, or hasn’t jumped in without you noticing

In very severe cases, heatstroke can lead to kidney failure, the need for supplemental oxygen, coma, or even death. Cats that have experienced heatstroke are also more sensitive to recurrence in the future.

Thankfully, thanks to her mom’s quick thinking, Izzy’s case was mild and today she’s home, happy, and cool. 💛 Stay safe this summer, friends!

And please remember how hot a simple walk or backyard playtime can be for your dogs!

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08/11/2025

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