Health check on a Cat by https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f Vital information en-us 2019-02-05 11:29:54 UTC 2024-05-23 02:28:55 UTC hello@padlet.com Flea collars laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327703992 Collars have growth-inhibiting substances in them to stop fleas growing.]]> 2019-02-05 11:30:29 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327703992 Flea Iformation laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327704008 Information about fleas
  • Fleas can make cats uncomfortable, sore and itchy. 
  • Can pose a serious health risk. 
  • Flea infestations can cause anemia due to the amount of blood a cat can lose to the parasites.
  • Can be fatal- especially in kittens.

]]> 2019-02-05 11:30:33 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327704008 Spot on laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327705552 A liquid formula is applied to the skin at the back of the cats neck.]]> 2019-02-05 11:37:01 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327705552 Tablets and injections laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327705627 Prevents the development of eggs into fleas and eliminates all new generations.]]> 2019-02-05 11:37:27 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327705627 Combs laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327705769 Can be useful if owners suspect their cat may have fleas. If there are no fleas that can been seen only black specs, combs can be place on damp tissue. If black specs turn red, they are flea faeces.]]> 2019-02-05 11:38:05 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327705769 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327706682 Owners should update their details if moving house or any other circumstance. ]]> 2019-02-05 11:41:54 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327706682 Flea Treatments and information laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327708329 2019-02-05 11:48:19 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327708329 Micro Chipping laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327709082 2019-02-05 11:51:04 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327709082 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327709173 A small electronic device, that has a unique 15-digit number encased in a protective shell. Can be read by a special scanner. he owners contact details are also stored.]]> 2019-02-05 11:51:25 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327709173 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327709315 Placed under the skin between the shoulder blades of the kitten.]]> 2019-02-05 11:51:59 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327709315 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327709327 Micro chipping helps owners to find missing animals/pets.]]> 2019-02-05 11:52:03 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327709327 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327710037 Not painful for the cat and lasts a lifetime.]]> 2019-02-05 11:54:57 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327710037 Equipment required to care for a cat (Husbandry) laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327710648 2019-02-05 11:57:17 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327710648 Prevention of dental disease laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327711187 2019-02-05 11:59:23 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327711187 Neutering laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327711212 2019-02-05 11:59:29 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327711212 Safe use and disposal of medicines laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327711265 2019-02-05 11:59:40 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327711265 Worming laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327711464 2019-02-05 12:00:32 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327711464 Vaccinations laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327711559 2019-02-05 12:00:56 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327711559 Dental disease information laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327712371
  • Tends to be more common/more severe as cats get older.
  • Dental disease in cats is commonly associated with the accumulation of dental plaque  and tartar formation.
  • Can affect the teeth and the structures around the teeth that support and keep them healthy.
    • ]]>     2019-02-05 12:04:13 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327712371     laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327713250 Owners should reduce the rate at which plaque and tartar builds up on the teeth.]]> 2019-02-05 12:07:22 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327713250 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327714060 To reduce plaque and tartar is to brush the cats teeth. A number of toothbrushes are specially designed for a cat's mouth. Never use human toothpaste on cats, as it is toxic. ]]> 2019-02-05 12:10:32 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327714060 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327714480 Ear buds dipped into tuna juice are also effective process of controlling the daily accumulation of plaque.]]> 2019-02-05 12:12:16 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327714480 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327715643 All medication that is prescribed from a vet must be used.]]> 2019-02-05 12:16:26 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327715643 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327718864 2019-02-05 12:27:36 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327718864 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327719222 For some cats tooth brushing can be quite painful, so consult with a veterinarian before considering brushing the teeth of a cat.]]> 2019-02-05 12:28:53 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327719222 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327720741 2019-02-05 12:33:20 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327720741 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327722348 When cat medicines are no longer needed, they should be disposed of promptly. Owners should remove expired, unwanted, or unused medicines from their home as quickly as possible to help reduce the chance of reusing it by mistake ]]> 2019-02-05 12:38:00 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327722348 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327723281 Disposing medication correctly helps to reduce drugs from entering the environment. ]]> 2019-02-05 12:40:46 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327723281 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327724212 When using medicine owners should always make sure their hands are clean]]> 2019-02-05 12:43:42 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327724212 Housing laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327725488
  • High resting places: natural climbers/ important for cats to be able to rest and observe surroundings.
  • Beds
  • Litter trays
  • vegetation: for a house cat to act as natural way to clear hair from the gut during grooming.
  • scent stimulation
    • ]]>     2019-02-05 12:47:28 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327725488     Grouping laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327725710 Make sure the cats you own get along with each other. that there is no strong dominance over others.]]> 2019-02-05 12:48:02 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327725710 Interaction with humans and kids laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327725992
  • Make sure children do not touch, poke or prod a cats eyes, mouth and ears.
  • Make sure the cat is suitable to be around young children and older people as animals are able to sense fear.
    • ]]>     2019-02-05 12:48:52 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327725992     Environmental enrichment laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327726117
  • Feeding methods
  • Sensory stimulation 
  • Toys
    • ]]>     2019-02-05 12:49:13 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327726117     The Five Needs laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327726701
  • A suitable environment
  • A suitable diet
  • To exhibit normal behaviour patterns
  • To be housed with, or apart from, other animals
  • To be protected from pain, suffering, injury and disease
    • ]]>     2019-02-05 12:50:36 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327726701     Equipment laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327728262
  • Crate: good for transporting
  • Litter box
  • Scratching posts: keeps claws trimmed and enrichment and increases exercise. 
  • Identification collar
  • Food and water bowls 
  • Bedding 
  • Toys
  • Cat insurance 
  • Cat flap
    • ]]>     2019-02-05 12:54:50 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/327728262     Examples of dangers in the household laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334793808
  • household chemicals
  • poisonous plants
  • open windows or balconies in high buildings.
  • cars
    • ]]>     2019-02-25 12:03:59 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334793808     laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334799185 If the owner hasn't used all the medication they must give it into the vets so they can dispose of it correctly. ]]> 2019-02-25 12:22:08 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334799185 Core vaccinations laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334800478
  • Recommended for all cats 
  • Keeps cats safe and free from serious conditions 
  • Feline Panleukopenia Virus: contagious virus/ vomiting, dehydration
  • Feline Calicivirus: cat flu
  • Feline Herpesvirus: Cat flu/ulcers on the eye.
    • ]]>     2019-02-25 12:26:18 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334800478     Non core vaccinations laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334801631
  • Feline Leukaemia virus: causes cancers
    • The rabies vaccination: For cats traveling abroad  
    ]]>     2019-02-25 12:30:13 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334801631     General information laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334802304
  • Kittens will need two injections 3-4 week apart from eight week of age.
  • Kittens should be vaccinated at a young age.
  • Vaccinations cant completely prevent infection however the symptoms will be a lot less harmful.
    • ]]>     2019-02-25 12:32:18 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334802304     laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334967994 Avoids unplanned pregnancies and it can also protect them from certain diseases eg leukemia]]> 2019-02-25 17:05:55 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334967994 laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334970861 A routine operation that involves the removal of your cat’s sexual reproduction organs for males the removal of testicles. ]]> 2019-02-25 17:10:15 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334970861 After operation laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334971225
  • Cats will be given an anesthetic to ensure that they don’t feel any pain during the procedure.
  • After the operation, the vet will give your cat pain relief injections to help with any post-surgery discomfort.
    • ]]>     2019-02-25 17:10:52 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334971225     laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334975420 Neuter cats before they reach sexual maturity and are able to have kittens themselves. This is normally 4-6 months old.]]> 2019-02-25 17:17:05 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334975420 Not neutering cats considerations laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334980534
  • Male cats tend to be more aggressive. 
  • Female cats have a higher risk developing mammary tumors.
  • Litters can be very expensive.
    • ]]>     2019-02-25 17:25:25 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334980534     laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334986149 Intestinal tapeworms and roundworms are very common in kittens and adult cats.]]> 2019-02-25 17:34:59 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334986149 How to deworm laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334986763
  • Treat kittens for roundworms every 2 weeks from 2 until 8 weeks of age, then monthly until 6 months of age and every 1- 3 months thereafter. Kittens only require tapeworm treatment if they also have fleas.
  • Adult cats should be treated every 1 to 3 months.
  • The most effective and safest are available from your veterinary surgeon 
    • ]]>     2019-02-25 17:35:56 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334986763     Human Health laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334988666 Feline roundworms can pose a significant threat to human health. Contact with cat faeces or contaminated soil can result in human ingestion and infection. ]]> 2019-02-25 17:39:29 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334988666 Symptoms laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334989254
  • Irritation around the anus
  • Enlarged abdomen
  • Weight loss
  • Vomiting 
  • Diarrhea 
    • ]]>     2019-02-25 17:40:41 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334989254     laurent172 https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334991158 Vaccinations feel like a sharp scratch.]]> 2019-02-25 17:44:01 UTC https://padlet.com/laurent172/c0kruvldph8f/wish/334991158