tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91545898755955225892024-03-14T04:50:49.224-07:00Lovely Pets InformationPets Make Your Life More Colorful...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18407681130859572841noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154589875595522589.post-41934485469522916712014-02-02T19:56:00.002-08:002014-02-02T19:56:57.696-08:00Cat Health Problems<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">So now that you have your furry friend, you need to be aware that that little kitty is not there for your entertainment only, but that you need to take care of it and make sure it doesn’t get sick. Prevention of health issues is the key. Five most often health problems you will encounter as a cat owner are:</span><br />
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<b><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Obesity</span></b><br />
<br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Obesity is one of the most common health issues for your pet to experience and it is usually the owner's fault. Obesity is a result of free-feeding, many treats, high-carb foods and laziness. Research shows that obese cats are at risk for liver disease hepatic lipidosis and are likely to suffer non-allergic skin conditions. Also, obese cats can develop diabetes mellitus. If you have an already obese cat, make sure you talk to your vet and consult about putting your pet on a weight oss program.</span><br />
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<b><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Parasites</span></b><br />
<br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Even though parasites are pretty common and sound really bed, they are actually pretty easy to prevent. Have your cat stay indoors, wash your cat's bedding regularly (once a week) and apply flea treatment regularly. Parasites are likely to manifest in the form of ticks and fleas. These infections, especially fleas can cause anemia and result in tapeworms. Apart from causing anemia, ticks also transmit Lyme disease.</span><br />
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<b><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Skin Problems</span></b><br />
<br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Skin problems aren’t that big a problem if you groom your cat regularly. You are likely to discover them in their early stages when they are easily treatable. Some tip-offs of skin problems:</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Dry skin</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Flakes</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Scabs</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Redness</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Oily hair</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Foul skin odor</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Pimples</span><br />
<br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">If you see your cat biting, scratching or chewing at herself persistently, take it to the vet and have him determine the cause of inflammation. Your cat may be dealing with one of the following:</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Ringworm (a fungal infection)</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Food or environmental allergies</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Flea allergies</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Abscesses from bites or scratches</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Early treatment is essential.</span><br />
<br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Feline Lower Urinary Tract Diseases (FLUTDs)</span><br />
<br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Cats with FLUTDs usually have difficulty when urinating and they are often in great pain. Their urinating is pretty frequent and there are traces of blood in it. FLUTD is most common in overweight and middle-aged cats who have restricted access outside and use an indoor litter box. Also, genetics may have a lot to do with FLUTD manifesting at an early stage of cat's life. Make sure you provide a fresh water supply regularly because increased intake of water will keep FLUTDs at bay. FLUTD can sometimes be a result of stress, although it is not established why. Often, FLUTD can be deadly if not treated within 24 hours.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Hyperthyroidism</span><br />
<br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Hyperthyroidism is a feline endocrine disorder and it is a result of excessive thyroid hormone production in thyroid glands. Symptoms that will tip off this health issue are:</span><br />
<br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">lethargy</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">weakness</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">unexpected weight loss</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">increased thirst</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">vomiting</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">dull coat</span><br />
<br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #222222; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">If you notice any of these symptoms, make an appointment with the vet. He will know what to do and it is likely your cat will be treated through: surgery, radioiodine treatment and Methimazole. Most cats respond to these treatments really well.</span><br />
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A healthy animal to be working fine, they are not in top condition, performance decreases.<br />
The horse may have mild infections or bone disorders, such is the case of the peak, however, is able to perform the tasks. But we must always be aware of the animal, even if it can fulfill its tasks, not suffer.<br />
This can help you know if your horse is healthy or sick:<br />
Perform this simple test will help you know if your horse is healthy or have a disease.<br />
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<b>The horse is healthy if:</b><br />
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<li>Horse eyes are clean and bright. </li>
<li>The horse will eat all the food ration and non-stop. </li>
<li>has a pulse between 35 and 42 beats per minute at rest. </li>
<li>Their urine is clear or pale yellow. </li>
<li>limbs In no inflammation and temperature of these is less than the leather. </li>
<li>has a temperature of about 38° C. </li>
<li>Breathing at rest is 8 to 12 breaths per minute, with no abruptness or effort. </li>
<li>shiny hair without hair fall excessive. Maintains strong support on all fours and does not limp.</li>
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<b>The horse is sick if:</b><br />
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<li>Horse looks sad, tired and gloom. </li>
<li>shows pale eyes expressionless or cry. </li>
<li>has a dull coat or excessive hair fall. </li>
<li>lying or is maintained long romps no apparent reason. </li>
<li>If the touching note that reacts with pain or have any inflamed area. </li>
<li>limps or has the town in disrepair. </li>
<li>If you remove the bed, this restless, or sweat excessively.</li>
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These symptoms are indicative, remember that in case of doubt, it is always best to call your veterinarian is the only one who can know if you really are sick and the most appropriate treatment to be followed by the horse.<br />
Disease is the situation in which alters the structure of the body.<br />
This alteration has a cause (etiology), with a cycle of evolution and restoration (pathogenic), the outcome (prognosis) and means of treatment or control, criteria that are applicable to all kinds of conditions, being able to subdivisions, when doubts arise about the various origins of the condition. If any of these symptoms it is vital to call the vet:<br />
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<b>When to call the vet:</b><br />
It is very important to know when we have to call the vet, and if any of these symptoms is vital:<br />
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<li>The horse has a temperature above 38° C. </li>
<li>Present pain symptoms evident in some area of your body. </li>
<li>If you have bleeding profusely or have injuries and / or major cuts. </li>
<li>If saliva in abundance (without making physical effort). </li>
<li>This can be a symptom of having eaten some noxious or poisonous boil or have any object stuck in his mouth.</li>
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If wobbles when walking can also be a symptom of poisoning. If it appears that attempts to vomit (arching the neck and back and makes efforts to tummy muscles).<br />
These symptoms are indicative, remember that in case of doubt, it is always best to call your veterinarian is the only one who can know if you really are sick and the most appropriate treatment to be followed by the horse.<br />
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<b>Genitalia Disease</b><br />
Mare: The genital organs consist mare ovaries, Fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, vagina, vulva and mammary glands.<br />
The primary diseases of these organs are relatively rare, but secondary disorders are common, such as ovarian tumors and uterine infections by Klebsiella or Pseudomonas species, or coital exanthema.<br />
Uterine infections by streptococci and other bacteria appear when forming abnormalities of the vulva and perineum, which facilitate entry of air through the genital tract.<br />
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The best-known cases as inflammation of the mammary glands are quite scarce as it is not common practice artificial milking mares, being more common in cows.<br />
It occurs most frequently in infertile mares, which are raising a foal and they have stopped recently.<br />
The older mares a year and even those who do not reach this age may also be affected.<br />
In most cases, it swells and becomes painful half udder discomfort when gravity may occur in the hind limp. Producing bulky swelling in the front of the gland or in an upward direction in the area between the hind legs. Mastitis cases can be treated by antibiotics by intramuscular.<br />
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<b>Main types of diseases:</b><br />
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<li>Diseases Infertility pregnancy. </li>
<li>pony stallion newborn diseases. </li>
<li>Diseases pony during the first two years of life.</li>
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<b>Infertility</b>. It is characterized by a relative reduction in reproductive activity in relation to expected results, its origin can be traced to the mare or stallion. The pathological definition, is one that remains difficult for the mare in foal, due to a slight infection of the uterus, or perhaps a decrease in male semen quality, preventing conception.<br />
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<b>Sterility.</b> consists of a complete inability to conceive, is produced by chromosomal abnormalities, senility, uterine disorders indurativos, blocking the Fallopian tubes or ovarian tumors.<br />
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<b>Stallion Infertility.</b> It can be temporary is sometimes caused by slight injuries can become permanent.<br />
Symptoms range from a decrease in libido (reduced erectile capacity, actual entry or ejaculating penis, riding the horse) or manifestations of the existence of poor semen quality (i.e low sperm count, low motility).<br />
As occurs in the mare, the stallion may be infertile in some circumstances, as in the case where it is subjected to excessive work, or care is minimal, which does not occur if management is in top condition. Most of the studs should be able to produce 70% of pregnancies in a group of 40 mares, at a rate of 2.5 per intercourse mare coupling each season.<br />
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All production levels below these rates are possible, when an individual is unable to stop pregnant at least one of all mares presented, is said to be barren. However, for practical purposes, be considered completely infertile at stud who cannot achieve a fertility rate of over 20%.<br />
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<b>Diseases of pregnancy.</b> mare's gestation lasts 320 to 360 days.<br />
The births between 300 and 320 days are considered premature: as they present smallness, weakness, and difficulty surviving. Those born with less than 300 days are considered abortions and have no chance of life.<br />
Possible causes an abortion are present ranging from bacterial, viral or fungal.The infection-causing microbes attack the placenta and / or fetal organs, destroying their ability to live and develop normally.<br />
Of the non-infectious causes of abortion do not have much information, some are caused by genetic disorders, hormonal, immunological, or circulation, however, there is no detailed knowledge of the subject, we can only theoretical information for diagnosis.<br />
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<b>Currently, there is only one form of an epidemic nature of abortion;</b><br />
Which is produced by equine herpes virus type 1., This virus attacks the respiratory system, the cause which produces abortions in cases concerning unknown. It occurs most often from the 7th to the 9th month of pregnancy, it can sometimes occur later, even near the end of pregnancy. Often spontaneous, with no prior breast development, fetal membranes expelled with the fetus, or a little later.<br />
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The signs have foals born in the near future at the end of gestation show theoretical septicemia (increasing weakness) dying before completing the four days from birth. In which case, the mare has a normal breast development with the presence of colostrum in the udder.<br />
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<b>Non-infectious causes</b> is the existence of twins, which is the most common.The mare placental covers the entire inner surface of the uterus, and therefore the capacity is multiple as to the attachment area to be two fetuses. There are three types of situations that can result in twins equal or unequal sizes. In most cases, one of the two dies, resulting in the expulsion of both as abortion, between the 7th and 9th months of pregnancy.<br />
<b>The mycotic abortion</b> is caused by fungi, is known as the most frequently appearing in the 9th month. Is that the placenta is thickened, producing a dense, brownish exudate on the surface.<br />
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The fungus that produces it is spreading gradually around the area and is gradually destroying placental tissue, causing fetal malnutrition causing thinning, abortion occurs as it weakens or dies the fetus and thus, causing the expulsion the uterus. But the factors capable of producing this type of disorder may occur after the first 300 days of gestation, in which case, the Colts are premature, although born at the end, come to suffer conditions such as septicemia or weakness, reducing their chances of living out the womb.<br />
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<b>Stallion.</b> The bodies are made up of testes, epididymis, accessory glands, scrotum and penis in your deck. Primary alterations, which consist of testicular tumors or infections caused by Klebsiella species, are rare.<br />
The stallion can suffer rash sack which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by viruses, and contracted to perform intercourse with infected mare, is characterized by the development of the penis of tiny vesicles that rupture and result in small ulcers. It is necessary that the animal remains in rest for ten days, to produce healing. Otherwise, the ulcers may coalesce and lead to severe pain.<br />
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The external genitalia are more prone to injury, because the act of intercourse is controlled by man and there is the risk that a mare is not in the appropriate phase of zeal resist the stallion. The most frequent injuries are penile hematoma, although they can appear on the scrotum blows, causing swelling, for recovery requires long periods of rest.<br />
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<b>Diseases of the newborn foal.</b> The first four days after birth are called neonatal period, since this is the time in establishing the most important adjustments except those related to food, which enable the foal to lead an independent existence of the mare. During this period, also begin to show symptoms of the disease characteristics of this stage. As we have seen, many of these disorders have their origin in the womb.<br />
Neonatal diseases are divided into four groups, of which the last three are of noninfectious cause:<br />
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<b>Group 1:</b> infections caused by bacteria or viruses. Presenting symptoms are loss sucking reflex gradual, progressive weakness and inability to take suction position. May culminate in a state of coma, convulsions, etc. to death.<br />
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<b>Group 2:</b> disorientation syndrome neonatal (SDN) which is manifested by significant behavioral disorders. These include seizures, loss of sucking reflex and inability to recognize and follow the mother.<br />
The older terminology affected foals referred to in different ways. The disorder is associated with brain injury caused by hemorrhage or edema, this leads to severe respiratory disorders as biochemical or side effects due to altered behavior and metabolic status.<br />
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<b>Group 3:</b> anatomic abnormalities, cleft palate, parrot mouth, tendon contractures, bladder rupture and various deformities of the head, body or members can be inherited or develop because of abnormal fetal growth are attributed to viral infections, poor nutrition or drug administration. However, specific data are lacking on the subject, which means that, currently, the etiology of equine anatomical aspects are under study.<br />
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<b>Group 4:</b> immune hemolytic jaundice newborn foal. Disease characterized by the destruction of erythrocytes strong pony by the action of antibodies that receives's colostrum produced by the mare.<br />
Antibodies are substances that anti-red blood cells form in the bloodstream of the mare, as a result of heredity which is located in the erythrocytes of the foal. Some fetal red blood cells cross the placenta and enter the circulation of the mare during the fetal development stage, acting similarly to a vaccine, stimulating maternal tissues to produce a specific antibody against horse red blood cells.<br />
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Antibodies in colostrum are grouped together with those having a protective nature, and are absorbed through the small intestine, immediately after the first food intake following childbirth.<br />
The foal develops jaundice that grows progressively increases heart rate and breathing rate during exercise, in most cases, the colt dies in the first three days.<br />
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If detected early the disorder can be prevented by avoiding ingestion of colostrum within the first 24 hours of life, a period during which the foal is placed a muzzle and is given colostrum from another mare, then will be fed with artificial milk. If convenient to suck the milk of its own mother after a period of 24 hours, as the small intestine has lost the ability to absorb the antibody.<br />
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<b>Meconium colic,</b> which is produced by digestive disturbances in the passage of the first excrement is a relatively simple alteration, which is included in group 2. The treatment of neonatal conditions which are mostly symptomatic, as in the case of the inability to get through the help of assistants and general care, such inability to get to suck forced to bottle feed the foal, the lack sucking reflex which is solved by feeding the horse; inability to maintain body temperature, warming the animal's manger, and dehydration, with intravenous fluid therapy and transfusions of whole blood or plasma.<br />
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Specific treatment comprises administering antibiotics against infections, surgical correction of the ruptured bladder and transfusion of red blood cells in the cases of hemolytic jaundice.<br />
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<span style="background: white;">When the animal is upset and has uncoordinated
movements and other difficulties must perform a series of tests to know that
evil is suffering and to rule out other diseases.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white;">If the cat walk as if<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span></span><span style="background: white; font-family: "Tahoma","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: black;">drunk</span></span><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span></span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">, is lack of coordination between the head and
trunk, inability to walk or jump, climb, drowsiness, etc., may have ataxia.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white;">Should be taking blood tests, urine tests,
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<span style="background: white;">Could be<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><strong><span style="font-family: "Tahoma","sans-serif";">cerebral ataxia</span></strong><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>, vestibular and sensory.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><strong><span style="font-family: "Tahoma","sans-serif";">cerebral
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="background: white;">"<strong><span style="font-family: "Tahoma","sans-serif";">vestibular
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go from the ear to the brain.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>They
may have side head, walking in circles, and rapid eye movements
(nystagmus).sensory ataxia is when there are problems in the cerebellum, the
spinal cord, or peripheral nerves.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>The
cats are standing and walking with the legs wide apart, have a great weakness.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>Cats can be born with a condition or
manifest a few days old when even the<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>brain<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>is
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="background: white;">If the cat after the
exams are found to have some form of ataxia, there are treatments for all and
manage to have very good quality of life.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>The
cat will always seek an outlet for their disability, of course you have to
follow all the recommendations of the veterinarian and you can get another
young cat to play with him.</span></span><o:p></o:p></div>
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hygienic conditions and aesthetic characteristics for a dog is called dog
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<li>Preparation for the bathroom, and condition monitoring
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<li>Bath proper, appropriate use of each breed and coat type.</li>
<li>Drying and brushing</li>
<li>Cleaning ears</li>
<li>Cut nails.</li>
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<b>Why Dog Grooming is good?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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The grooming is good because it helps regulate and prevent
future negative situations for the pet such as skin problems, hair loss and
parasites. Help to identify other problems that might go unnoticed as otitis,
anal sac disease, ingrown toenails, poor oral hygiene and others. Each job of
grooming is an opportunity to detect any abnormality and seek a solution to
your veterinarian immediately.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>How to select a professional dog groomer?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Selection of a good professional groomer is very important
when taking care of your dog. In order to find a groomer that engages your dog
you have to take into account the experience, location, recommendations and
services offered. Some groomers work specifically on various types of dogs such
as small, medium or large. It is advisable to talk to the groomer in advance if
there is any need or special requirement.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>What information I can provide to the dog groomer?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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At the time of taking the dog to the groomer is important to
mention if your dog is nervous, shy or aggressive. It is vital that you take
the necessary precautions if the dog does not tolerate pressure or a tendency
to bite. Notify if the dog has a known allergy or skin sensitivity to any tool
or product in the grooming.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Can grooming to be applied to any kind of dog breed?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Yes, there is a kind of grooming for each race, depending on
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<b>How I can prepare my puppy for grooming?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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It should start from the two-month-old puppy accustomed to
the use of the brush and comb, suggesting the puppy it's a game and reward for
good behavior. The bathroom can be started from that age with anti-tears shampoo
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<b>How often should I give my dog grooming?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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The grooming applies for periods of 22-45 days, depending on
the breed of dog. Consult your veterinarian or groomer.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>How long can a dog grooming?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Its minimum length is one hour, depending on the breed,
dog's temperament and job complexity. Consult your veterinarian or groomer.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>What are the basics that I need to brush my dog?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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To proceed to brushing dog must be at least: a brush and Olive Mediterranean.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Can I bathe my dog without first brushing?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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No, you must unravel the dog's coat before proceeding to the
bathroom to avoid knots and promote better cleaning.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Can I use human hairdressing machine for a dog?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Using human hairdressing machines can lead to skin injuries.
Currently there are a range of dog grooming products tailored to the needs of
the pets.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Should I protect my dog's ears during bathing?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Definitely yes, it is advisable to know how to manipulate
the dog to prevent water from getting into your ears. Consult your
veterinarian.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Can you wash the dogs face with shampoo?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Yes, currently there are line-tears shampoos that allowing
the dog wash her face without any problems since they are products manufactured
with raw materials used in cosmetics for babies that do not irritate the eyes.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Can I apply human nail polish to my dog?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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No human enamel should apply to dogs because they contain
chemicals that can be toxic. In the market today there are glazes made for dogs
as the line of Pet Society Enamels.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Can I bathe my dog with people shampoo?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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A dog cannot be shampooing for people. The pH of the skin of
dogs is 7.0 (neutral) and the human skin is 5.5 (acid). If we apply a shampoo
for people most likely our dog's skin become sore, dry and mistreated the coat.
The use of shampoos made especially for dogs and proper pH as the line of
shampoos.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b> Is conventional perfume spray suitable for my dog?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Conventional perfumes are harmful to dogs, since the pH of
the dog's skin is different to the pH of the human skin. Applying human scent a
dog can cause allergies, skin irritation, and itchy skin causes hair loss. Only
special animal scent that provide shine, silkiness and coat protection use for
your dog.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>What is the difference between stripping and grooming?</b><o:p></o:p></div>
<br />
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Stripping is only cutting hairs without having found any
aesthetic appearance while grooming is the set of operations to keep a dog in
optimal hygienic conditions and aesthetically characterized their race.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Assuming the acceptance of all the inconveniences and changes in our lives can mean adopting or purchasing a dog, and depending on that we have already had the company of these animals or be "newbies" in the field, is presented an important option that can be varied success or failure in the future relations irrational family member.<br />
<br />
The initial outlay will be carrying out to buy a copy of good constitution, a healthy and excellent "pedigree" would not be very different depending on the breed, dogs except for few and far between. However, this price, logically increases based on the "quality" of the animal, divided between thirteen or fourteen years of life probably did not find it so outrageous.<br />
<br />
The puppy bargain or offered by an acquaintance at a low price will not, in most cases, a perfect specimen purebred, registered in the registers of official cynological societies.<br />
<br />
However, already decided to perform an expense that may seem superfluous at times very high and we have to meditate slowly dog breed that we will integrate into our circle of life. Aesthetic preferences subjectively makers in most cases, especially in the masters "beginner", typically demonstrated bad advisers. Badly can be blended with Doberman, however beautiful it may seem, if we want a calm animal, pet, you can live without leaving a small apartment near, nor can we train to defend our assets to a sweet cocker, although it represents the ideal type of dog we wanted.<br />
<br />
<b>Many races for various functions</b><br />
Cynological groups and patterns of behavior of each of the races will guide us to a first approximation with respect to the purpose for which the animal is intended that we will acquire.<br />
Fans on the hunt, according to the hunting mode to practice, will rationally separating and discarding those varieties that go beyond their needs and can finally meet a list of 10 or 15 races, more or less similar and affordable, including to make the choice.<br />
<br />
A family who wants a constant companion, guardian of property or physical, can act analogous way to separate ultimately space requirements, exercise and feeding of the finalists.<br />
<br />
<b>Space and exercise: limiting factors</b><br />
Something that is all too often forgotten in the previous considerations to the purchase of the puppy is that the size of our can be very different depending on the chosen race. What we can offer the ultimate space dog as permanent accommodation? A Great Dane, for beautiful picture and temper cannot physically live in an apartment in a city without causing serious inconvenience to their masters without harming the animal's health. But not only the size of the hostel, we must also take into account the need for free space requires minimal exercise to be performed by each race. A defense like dog bulldog can live in a small apartment as well as the boxer, although the latter need more outdoor exercise, but a great dane or bull-mastiff hardly achieve a balance of <a href="http://www.safeandhealthylife.com/" target="_blank">character and health</a> if you do not have a garden to expand.<br />
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A cat spends about a third of their time sleeping, playing
third and the remaining third, feeding and busy in his toilet. When the cat can
go freely, usually hunt small prey (mice, pigeons, sparrows, etc..), Consuming
or not when fed by humans. Of this character predator, the domestic cat retains
its hunting instinct, even without access to the outside. Therefore, moving
objects attract cats, they can spend long hours playing with a ball rolling as
they play it. If the cat eats only mice, should be consumed daily between 8 and
10 to meet their food needs. This game is not easy since it is not enough to
see a mouse trap.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The game requires a lot of time and failures are numerous,
but the cat has great advantages to hunt and catch their prey. Indeed, it has
fine ear, nose developed that can guide mustaches, insightful view, steely
claws, great vivacity of movement and exceptional ability, that of moving
noiselessly.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>The nails and teeth</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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The nails (or claws) cat presents several particularities:
they grow continuously throughout life, have a slightly rounded shape, are
retractable, vertically inserted steely. The retractile of cat claws has
several consequences. First, allow you to move without noise, thanks to its
soft pads. It also lets you protect your claws, hunting real weapons and
combat. Finally, when removed, nails are fearsome weapons, sharp and steely, as
well as a valuable aid to climb trees. The shape of the nails can easily nail
them in dams or opponents, as if they were small knives. A clawing produces at
least a good scratch on the skin, even when you only play with a cat.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Cat teeth washing</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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You can cut the cat nails but some precautions should be
taken. You must have proper nail clippers, in good condition, and keep the cat
in a way not to lose the leg at the time you cut the nail. Then taking the end
of the leg, is squeezed slightly last joint between two fingers and the cut is
made in the direction of the nail (the direction opposite to the use of a nail
clipper in man) not crushed. In the nail clearly distinguish two zones, one
inside and one pink clearer towards the end. Must be cut in the clear, since
the pink is for the nail root and contains blood vessels. The cat has four
claws on each hind foot and five on each front foot. The fifth claw is located
on the spur (which corresponds to the thumb). We must control this claw because
if not cut, can grow to curve back into the skin and leg hurt. Many cats often
use tree trunks or in the absence of tree, a vertical board for filing her
nails, but not so much to be spent to renovate them, since in this way removes
the old surface layer of the nail, allowing the nail underlying, steely,
becomes functional. On the other hand, some cats are unique in their own claws
cut and take a paw to his mouth, as if from eating nails.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The teeth are the second set of cat's natural weapons,
especially the canines. Cat teeth are more adapted to take, tear and tear the
prey to chew food, which are usually swallowed whole.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Water</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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While some cats are good swimmers, this is usually rare.
This general dislike for water is also found in the cat's attitude regarding
fluid intake. Cats, probably originating in the desert, drink little, their
urine is very concentrated. The cat drinks water consumed prey since, it is a
mouse or a bird, water represents 60% of the body, but has little tendency to
drink spontaneously. Similarly, cats who eat wet food, canned, they tend to
drink less or not drink while they eat kibble drink outside food consumption.
The water consumption is performed in small quantities, between 10 and 20 times
per day. Therefore, it is essential that cats have permanent water. The
preconceived notion that food in kibble may favor certain diseases,
particularly kidney, is absolutely false. But it is essential to check that the
cat just drink enough water to allow proper functioning of your kidneys.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Sterilization</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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In France, for example, approximately 50% of domestic cats,
females and males, are sterilized. This sterilization poses no particular
problem, except in relation to food. Indeed, sterilization results in an
increased appetite and a parallel decrease of the energy requirements in both
the male and the female. Therefore, to avoid obesity is to be administered to
cats sterilized either a smaller amount of food or less rich in energy. You can
even train the cat to eat fewer foods from one or two weeks before the
scheduled date of sterilization. In this way, the cat better get used to his
new status.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Life expectancy</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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While some cats reach the age record of 30 years, the life
expectancy of neutered cats is 10 years, on average. In intact cats, is 6 years
for females and 5 for males. This difference is explained by the tendency to
wander from intact cats, making them more exposed to risks such as traffic and
communicable diseases, infections, parasites, etc.. Indeed, when the cats can
get out of the house, they tend to be with their peers, either to breed or to
fight in the conquest of territory or mating struggles. These contacts are
favorable factors for disease transmission and contribute to shorten the life
of the cat. However, the number of older cats is increasing, which is a sign of
better nutrition, vaccinations increasingly numerous and effective, and better
medication.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18407681130859572841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154589875595522589.post-66535035719347308622013-08-08T00:56:00.001-07:002013-08-29T01:13:23.454-07:00Wounds and Injuries House Cat<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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One of the pets more prone to home accidents, especially
during the first age to maturity, is the mysterious feline, inquisitive and
independent was considered sacred animal in ancient Egypt. Cunning seems
contradictory that the elasticity of movements and enormous physical gifts of
cats are not sufficient to prevent multiple injuries, wounds and bruises that
usually visit home on copies.<o:p></o:p></div>
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However, the innate curiosity, ignorance instinctive urban
jungle predator's blood running through his veins propitiate the risk until the
modified knowledge and behavior conform to the location of the apartment, the
back or rural housing share with their masters.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Ingestion of objects</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Extremely common in young animals may be due to intestinal
obstruction and gastrointestinal serious injury. The instinctive behavior of
small kittens leads them to pursue, bite and play with moving objects or small
critters. The balls of wool with needles included are irresistible toys that
despite the tradition must always be kept well hidden for safekeeping of our
pupils. Very young puppies can ingest hair and wool, with its claws tear of
carpets and rugs. These indigestible masses can form balls that are not easily
expelled with the feces and can even cause death of the animal. Often
sufficient to purge olive oil presentation soft occlusions produced by wire, wool or meat
gristle, but it is desirable that the decision corresponds to the optional
entitled.</div>
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<b>Bruises and Falls</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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The incessant activity of cats and placed them exceptional
physical powers sometimes fall situations, dislocation and shock produced by
ornaments, vases or semiautomatic operation of appliances that can catch the
tail or paw animal. The famous seven lives that are attributed to these cats
are due to the power down on all fours if a forward or sliding window, as their
sense of balance makes them turn and take that position landing. Also, the
elasticity of his muscular body enables them to enter through openings and
holes implausible, and speed in the jump, and the amazing ease in climbing
trees and wooden structures, allows avoiding the dangers that can ace Charles
by dogs and other large animals. If your cat suffers a bruise from a blow or
car accident, should be immobilized and warm while requiring urgent vet visit.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Wounds and burns</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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More frequent than desirable result from falling pots or
pans on the animals or because they walk on burning stoves and furnaces. The
affected area should be washed with soapy water or hydrogen peroxide, and after
cutting the adjacent hair apply healing cream, mercurochrome or other
disinfectants, so that cannot be licked by the pussy itself. The prevention of
accidents which may be involved our cat is one of the must dispensaries
preferential attention.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Assuming the acceptance of all the inconveniences and changes in our lives can mean adopting or purchasing a dog, and depending on that we have already had the company of these animals or be "newbies" in the field, is presented an important option that can be varied success or failure in the future relations irrational family member.<br />
<br />
The initial outlay will be carrying out to buy a copy of good constitution, a healthy and excellent "pedigree" would not be very different depending on the breed, dogs except for few and far between. However, this price, logically increases based on the "quality" of the animal, divided between thirteen or fourteen years of life probably did not find it so outrageous.<br />
<br />
The puppy bargain or offered by an acquaintance at a low price will not, in most cases, a perfect specimen purebred, registered in the registers of official cynological societies.<br />
<br />
However, already decided to perform an expense that may seem superfluous at times very high and we have to meditate slowly dog breed that we will integrate into our circle of life. Aesthetic preferences subjectively makers in most cases, especially in the masters "beginner", typically demonstrated bad advisers. Badly can be blended with Doberman, however beautiful it may seem, if we want a calm animal, pet, you can live without leaving a small apartment near, nor can we train to defend our assets to a sweet cocker, although it represents the ideal type of dog we wanted.<br />
<br />
<b>Many races for various functions</b><br />
Cynological groups and patterns of behavior of each of the races will guide us to a first approximation with respect to the purpose for which the animal is intended that we will acquire.<br />
Fans on the hunt, according to the hunting mode to practice, will rationally separating and discarding those varieties that go beyond their needs and can finally meet a list of 10 or 15 races, more or less similar and affordable, including to make the choice.<br />
<br />
A family who wants a constant companion, guardian of property or physical, can act analogous way to separate ultimately space requirements, exercise and feeding of the finalists.<br />
<br />
<b>Space and exercise: limiting factors</b><br />
Something that is all too often forgotten in the previous considerations to the purchase of the puppy is that the size of our can be very different depending on the chosen race. What we can offer the ultimate space dog as permanent accommodation? A Great Dane, for beautiful picture and temper cannot physically live in an apartment in a city without causing serious inconvenience to their masters without harming the animal's health. But not only the size of the hostel, we must also take into account the need for free space requires minimal exercise to be performed by each race. A defense like dog bulldog can live in a small apartment as well as the boxer, although the latter need more outdoor exercise, but a great dane or bull-mastiff hardly achieve a balance of character and health if you do not have a garden to expand.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18407681130859572841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154589875595522589.post-45241494697297789662013-08-06T02:26:00.000-07:002013-08-29T01:21:40.581-07:00The Australian Silky Terrier<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The Silky Terrier was created in Australia by some fans who wanted a dog of small size, but that was more robust and solid than some breeds of company. From the Skye Terrier and the small erect ears Yorkshire Terrier, after several crosses with different percentage of blood of either race, won and set the Silky Terrier, which retains the characteristics and hunter instinct and layer Skye Terrier and the small size of the Yorkshire Terrier.<br />
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The breed was recognized in 1962 by the FCI and the same year he set the standard, which was updated a few years later. It is logical, therefore, that this dog is not yet widespread, but is beginning to find enthusiastic and passionate.<br />
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<b>Appearance</b><br />
It is compact, so moderately low, moderately long, with a refined structure but with enough substance to suggest the ability to hunt and kill domestic rodents. It should display Terrier characteristics, showing a sharp vivacity, activity and vigor. The coat silky, smooth and cut in half forming a stripe gives it a neat appearance.<br />
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<b>Head and skull</b><br />
The head is of moderate length, slightly shorter from the tip of the nose to the area between the eyes, which from the same position to the occiput. The head should be strong with Terrier characteristics, being moderately broad between the ears, the skull, without curves flattened between the eyes, is provided with a tuft of fine silky hair that covers the eyes (a long fall is reprehensible hair on the front or cheek).<br />
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<b>The nose should be black.</b><br />
<b>Eyes:</b> small, round, not prominent, its color should be as dark as possible with an expression of keen intelligence.<br />
<b>Ears:</b> Should be small, in a "V", the flag is thin, set high on the skull, the leads are completely devoid erect and long hair.<br />
<b>Jaws / Teeth:</b> Jaws strong, teeth and tight uniforms, the upper incisors closely overlapping the lower (scissor bite).<br />
Adherent and thin lips.<br />
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<b>Neck</b><br />
Medium length, refined and slightly arched, gracefully inserted shoulders. Well covered with long silky hair.<br />
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<b>Body</b><br />
Should be moderately long in proportion to the height of the dog. Topline straight, well sprung ribs extending back to the back to be strong. Chest of moderate depth and width. It is a serious offense if the top line is due or is convex.<br />
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<b>Hindquarters</b><br />
Well-developed thighs, knees and hocks should be well bent. Views from behind, the hocks should be well positioned below and parallel to each other.<br />
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<b>Feet</b><br />
Climbing shoes, small, well padded, toes close together, the nails must be black or very dark.<br />
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<b>Tail</b><br />
It must be amputated is set high and carried erect, but not too up. There should be provided with feathers.<br />
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<b>Movement</b><br />
Should be free, straight, showing no looseness at the shoulders and elbows, turning neither in nor out of his feet and pasterns.<br />
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The hindquarters should have strong propelling power with ample flexibility at stifles and hocks. Viewed from behind, the movement should be neither too narrow nor too broad.<br />
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<b>Hair</b><br />
Smooth, thin, shiny, silky texture, with hair length 13-15 cm (5-6 inches) from the posterior region of the ears to the tail set, but it should not prevent movement of the dog. The members must be free of long hair from carpal joint or the hock to toes.<br />
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<b>Color</b><br />
Blue and tan, blue and tan or gray, the more intense more appreciated. In the tail the color should be blue to very dark. It is desirable that the lock head blue or fawn. The distribution of blue and tan as follows: Fire around the base of the ears, nose and sides of the cheeks, blue from the base of the skull to the tip of the tail, on the forelegs to near the carpal joint and near hind hock joint. It shows a tan line below the knees and joints carpal and hock to the toes. Color fire around the anus. The color of the body should be free from smudging or dark shadows. The color black is permissible in puppies, but the blue color must be established at 18 months of age.<br />
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<b>Size</b><br />
Wither height: about 23 cm (about 9 inches) in males, in females slightly less.<br />
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<b>Weight</b><br />
Ideal weight 3.5 to 4.5 kg.<br />
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<b>Deaf Dogs and Cats</b><br />
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Complete loss of hearing is called deafness, and can occur in one or both ears. A deafness of both ears is called bilateral, and one ear is called unilateral. It may also happen that the dog has a hearing threshold greater than in normal animals in one or both ears, denominating this condition partial deafness (hearing loss) of one or two ears.<br />
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<b>Causes of deafness in dogs and cats</b><br />
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The causes of deafness in pets can be divided into two main categories: conduction deafness and sensor neural deafness. Conductive hearing loss in dogs is observed when there are disturbances in the transmission of sound vibrations to the inner ear and the auditory pathway. Any defect or disease that affects the dog's external ear canal, tympanic membrane, auditory pathway and / or middle ear may be grounds for conduction deafness.<br />
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Sensor neural hearing loss occurs when there are abnormalities in the inner ear structures in cochlear nerve and / or the auditory pathway anywhere on their way to the cerebral cortex. The main causes include hereditary deafness, neuronal damage by ototoxic substances (antibiotics such as gentamicin or diuretics such as furosemide) or senile deafness.<br />
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Hereditary deafness has been reported in many breeds of dogs and cats. It is caused by degeneration of the inner ear structures and spiral ganglion neurons. This process occurs during postnatal maturation of the auditory system. The clinical signs are among the first few weeks and the first 2 months of life. Were associated with a greater predisposition to hereditary deafness in dogs with predominantly white robe, blue or speckled gray. The breeds most often affected are: Dalmatian, English Setter, Australian Shepherd, Collie and Shetland Sheepdog limit, but has been reported in at least 54 breeds of dogs, including the Gran Danish Rye s, Boxer, Bull Terrier and Cocker Spaniel, including.<br />
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It is assumed that hereditary deafness in dogs is predominantly autosomal dominant, however, in the Bull terrier is described an autosomal recessive inheritance.<br />
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<b>Brief concepts about inheritance of deafness in dogs and cats</b><br />
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The legacy of disease, genetic abnormalities, or traits is described: a) by the type of chromosome that is the abnormal gene (chromosome autosomal or sex chromosome), and b) if the trait is dominant or recessive. Autosomal diseases (such as deafness) are inherited through the non-sex chromosomes and sex-linked diseases are inherited through one of the "sex chromosomes", the X chromosome (diseases are not inherited by through the Y chromosome). Dominant inheritance occurs when an abnormal gene from one parent is capable of causing disease even though the matching gene from the other parent is normal. The abnormal gene exerts control over the outcome of the gene pair.<br />
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Recessive inheritance occurs when both genes must be abnormal to produce disease. If only one gene in the pair is abnormal, then the disease manifests slightly hard of hearing or not manifest. In other words, the normal gene can replace the pair of gene function, so that said abnormal gene recessive acts. However, an animal with a single defective gene is called a carrier, indicating that the disorder can happen to the puppies. Both parents must be carriers for the puppy is deaf.<br />
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In the case of autosomal dominant inheritance: if one parent
is a carrier and the other is normal, there is a 50% chance that each puppy inherits
the abnormal gene and therefore the dominant feature. In other words, if we
assume that in a litter with 4 cubs, one parent is a carrier of an abnormal
gene for deafness, the statistical expectation is: 2 normal and 2 puppies deaf.
This does not necessarily mean that puppies suffer hearing loss, but it does
mean that each puppy has a 50:50 chance of inheriting it. Puppies that do not
inherit the abnormal gene will not develop or pass deafness.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In the case of autosomal recessive: if both parents are
carriers of an autosomal recessive trait, there is a 25% chance that a puppy
inherits two abnormal genes and therefore manifest deafness, and 50% chance
that a puppy inherits only one abnormal gene (thus being carrier). In other
words, assuming that in a litter with 4 puppies, both parents are carriers (not
manifest hearing loss), the statistical expectation is: 1 puppy with two normal
chromosomes (normal), 2 puppies with one normal chromosome and one abnormal
(carriers, without hearing loss), and one puppy with 2 abnormal chromosomes
(deaf). This does not mean that this distribution will be observed
compulsorily, but it does mean that each of the puppies has 1 in 4 chance of
inheriting the disorder and a chance of being a carrier 50:50.<o:p></o:p></div>
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