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Hyperthyroidism and Chronic Renal Failure in Older Cats

Posted on June 1, 2013 by

What are some of the most common diseases we encounter in middle-aged and older cats? Just ask Lynda H. and her 15-year-old cat Ripley. They have experience with two of these diseases: feline hyperthyroidism and chronic renal (kidney) failure. Poll … Continue reading →

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Willow the Cat’s Feline Bladder Infection (UTI)

Posted on November 1, 2011 by

It was annual exam time for Willow, a 14-year-old cat owned by Lorian and Douglas Taylor. By all outward appearances, Willow was doing well with no new concerns, other than one day of having a decreased appetite. Willow was diagnosed … Continue reading →

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Detecting Early Kidney Failure in a Cat

Posted on January 31, 2011 by

Pearl, an eight-year-old cat owned by Derek and Cheryl Stanford, recently visited Dr. Smith for her annual exam.  Other than accumulations of dental calculus, Pearl appeared healthy upon examination.  As recommended, Cheryl brought a fecal sample in for an annual … Continue reading →

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