Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes) began to study alphachloralose (AC) toxicity in 2019 after several Finnish veterinarians started to discuss it on social media. AC works as an anesthetic. Especially cats are prone to AC toxicity because the substance also acts when a pet eats a mouse that has ingested the poison. When treated
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Just a friendly reminder for winter days which can save your pet’s life: antifreeze (ethylene glycol) is highly toxic for dogs and cats; it can cause fatal acute kidney failure. It has a sweet taste, so pets like to lick it off the ground. Be sure to keep them safe!
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As vets, we are obliged to prevent suffering in animals. That’s why we need to be advocates of healthy breeding at all times, for cats as well. A recent study from the UK revealed that 2/3 of Persian cats in the study have at least one health issue. The high levels of dental and eye
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Before getting a new kitten it is important to do some research and preparations to find a happy and healthy companion. The Kitten Checklist launched by The Cat Group will help you identify signs of ill health, to understand the kitten’s behavior and to determine how comfortable it is around people. Download The Kitten Checklist
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