The Ocicat is a domestic cat that looks like a wild cat but does not have any wild DNA in its gene pool. The breed is unique in that it has the appearance of a wild cat yet the behavior of a domestic cat.
Heartworms in cats -Dirofilaria immitis, a parasite transmitted by mosquitos, causes heartworm disease. While cats are susceptible to heartworm, they are imperfect hosts who are somewhat resistant.
The Norwegian Forest cat also known as the Norsk skogkatt is a domestic cat breed that originated in Northern Europe. The Norwegian Forest cat has evolved to withstand the
In the early 1980s, the Nebelung breed was created. When a black shorthaired female cat and her black longhaired Angora-type suitor had three kittens. One of the shorthaired black
The Munchkin is a cat breed that was created as a result of a genetic mutation. Short-legged cats have been reported in the past, including in 1944 in the United Kingdom, 1956 in Russia, 1970
The Minuet, also known as the Napoleon, is a cross between Persian and Munchkin cats. Joseph B. Smith, a Basset Hound breeder, and American Kennel Club (AKC) judge created the mix.
When a cat has vestibular disease, he or she may experience a loss of balance. When the vestibular apparatus in the inner ear is disrupted by disease or injury, it causes a loss of
Osteomyelitis is a type of bone infection caused by a bacterial or fungal infection in the bone or bone marrow.
Botflies are non-biting flies that can be found across most of North America. Botflies, or Cuterebra flies, are parasitic flies found in the Americas, where they are required parasites