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Promoting fluid intake

Promoting fluid intake in dehydrated cats

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Promoting fluid intake is a central theme in modern small animal medicine. With a particular focus on promoting fluid intake in dehydrated cats, this approach is gaining increasing importance, as many cats with mild to moderate dehydration do not necessarily require inpatient intravenous fluid therapy. As a veterinarian with many years of experience in the internal medicine care of cats, I see daily how crucial targeted fluid intake promotion is for the prognosis, organ function, and quality of life of dehydrated cats.

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Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy cat

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy cat

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As a practising vet, I see hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in cats very frequently - it is the most common heart disease in cats. This is a concentric thickening of the left ventricular wall without any other disease that could explain this condition. In contrast to secondary heart changes (e.g. hyperthyroidism or acromegaly), hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in cats is characterised by structurally altered heart muscle cells that are arranged in disorder (myocardial „disarray“) and do not behave normally in functional terms. This leads to a stiffer ventricle, restricted filling in diastole and often to an enlargement of the left atrium.

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Castration via microchip in male cats

Castration via microchip in male cats

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Chip castration – also known as "chemical castration," "hormone chip," or "Suprelorin implant" – is a reversible alternative to surgical castration in male cats. A tiny implant chip continuously releases a GnRH analogue, significantly reducing the body's own testosterone production. The result: The male cat becomes temporarily infertile, and typical sexual behaviors (territorial marking, roaming, territorial fights, heat stress) decrease or disappear completely.

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Travel sickness in dogs and cats

Travel sickness in dogs and cats

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For many pet owners, the holiday season is a time for anticipation – sun, beach, relaxation. But it's not uncommon for beloved pets to return with more than just pleasant memories. Travel to the Mediterranean region, in particular, carries the risk of infectious diseases, known as travel-related illnesses. These diseases primarily affect dogs, and occasionally cats, and are usually transmitted by parasites such as ticks, mosquitoes, or sandflies.

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Treating FIP legally in Germany

Treating FIP legally in Germany

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A diagnosis of Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is one of the worst pieces of news cat owners can receive. Until a few years ago, FIP was considered incurable, but today there is new hope – even if treatment isn't always easy. This article will tell you everything you need to know about legally treating FIP in Germany. We'll cover the legal framework, available medications, and the treatment process.

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Pain management in cats

Pain management in cats

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In veterinary medicine, pain relief after surgical procedures such as ovariohysterectomy (castration) presents a significant challenge. Effective pain management is crucial to ensure the animals' well-being and minimize postoperative complications. Various opioids are used for this purpose, alleviating pain by acting on mu-opioid receptors. In this article, we compare the efficacy of morphine, methadone, and tramadol as used in cats after castration.

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