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Castration using a chip in tomcats

Castration using a chip in tomcats

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Microchip castration—also called "chemical castration," "hormone chip," or "Suprelorin implant"—is a reversible alternative to surgical castration in male cats. A tiny implanted chip continuously releases a GnRH analogue, which severely reduces the body's own testosterone production. The result: The male cat becomes temporarily infertile, and typical sexual behavior (territorial marking, roaming, territorial fights, heat stress) decreases or disappears 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 an occasion for anticipation - sun, beach, relaxation. But it is not uncommon for the beloved pet to come back with more than just beautiful memories. Traveling into the Mediterranean in particular mountains the risk of infectious diseases, the so -called travel sickness. These diseases primarily affect dogs, occasionally also cats, and are usually transmitted by parasites such as ticks, mosquitoes or sand flies.

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Neutrophil lymphocyte ratio in cats

Neutrophil lymphocyte ratio in cats

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A current retrospective study with 177 cats shows that the neutrophil lymphocyte ratio (NLR) could be a valuable early indicator for the extent of a trauma and the severity of the inflammatory reaction. This relationship, which has already been associated with the survival forecast in human medicine, is also becoming increasingly important in veterinary medicine.

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Treat FIP ​​legally in Germany

Treat FIP ​​legally in Germany

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A diagnosis of Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is one of the worst news cat owners can receive. Until a few years ago, FIP was considered incurable, but today there is new hope - even if treatment is not always easy to implement. In this article you will learn everything you need to know to treat FIP ​​legally in Germany. We will look at the legal basis, available medications and the treatment process.

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Pain therapy in cats

Pain therapy in cats

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In veterinary medicine, pain relief after surgical procedures such as ovariohysterectomy (castration) is a major challenge. Effective pain management is crucial to ensure animal well-being and minimize postoperative complications. Various opioids are used here, which relieve pain through their effect on the mu-opioid receptors. In this article we compare the effectiveness of morphine, methadone and tramadol used in cats after neutering.

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Senvelgo

Senvelgo® – oral diabetes medication for cats

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We already reported a few months ago that a new oral diabetes drug, bexacat, had been approved in the USA. Now the time has come in Germany for a corresponding product called Senvelgo® from Boehringer Ingelheim to be introduced onto the German market. In the following article we will go into more detail about which cats this new medication is suitable for, which cats it is not suitable for and what you have to take into account when administering it.

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Weather sensitivity in cats

Weather sensitivity in cats

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Cats are exceptionally sensitive creatures that can perceive not only their surroundings but also the smallest changes in the weather very precisely. This phenomenon, known as weather sensitivity, can cause a range of reactions in our furry friends, ranging from mild inconvenience to serious health problems. In this article, we'll look at how to recognize the signs of weather sensitivity in your cat, what effects it can have, and what you can do to help your four-legged friend.

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