Cats

Let’s go over 10 signs of illness in cats – although many of them also apply to dogs.

Learn why age really is just a number.

All dogs and cats are at risk for parasites. Many parasites, like roundworms, are zoonotic, meaning they can be spread from pets to people.

Read this before you go anywhere with your pet.

Many people only take their cat to the vet when their cat is sick. August 22nd is Take Your Cat to the Vet Day and it’s a great time to remind everyone about the importance of preventive care!

The Bombay is the result of cross-breeding a Burmese and a black American shorthair in the 1950s. The result is an outgoing, playful cat who is great around kids.

Background
The Burmese first appeared on record when a small brown cat, nicknamed “Chocolate Siamese,” was brought from Burma to England in the early 1900s. Similar breeds date back to the 16th century in Thailand, although at the time the breed was called “Copper.” All Modern Burmese are thought to be descendants of these copper colored ancestors. It’s possible they were stolen from Thailand when the Burmese invaded in the 18th century, but this can’t be confirmed.

Kittens love to explore and they sometimes hide in small dark places. However, when they hide inside your favorite recliner, you can imagine the consequences!