RCVS - Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons

RCVS - The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is available to investigate concerns regarding professional conduct of Vet Surgeons and registered Vet Nurses. For more information about raising a concern with the RCVS visit www.rcvs.org.uk/concerns

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Kitten Costs

The cost of a new kitten in much higher than most people consider. Cats are a life-long commitment so its important to factor in lifetime costs. PDSA found that the majority of cat owners thought the cost would be significantly less than the estimated £17,000, so below are some of the costs to consider: Purchase price of Kitten/Cat // Carrier // food and water bowls // bedding // scratch post or activity centre // insurance // Food // Litter // Litter box. Then preventative care such as Vaccines // wormers // flea control. The there are the extra costs Veterinary Visits // Toys // possible accessories such as jackets or collers// Long haired cats may require trips to groomers. Consider pet insurance for those unexpected illness costs or even in the event of a serious accident. Read the policies carefully to ensure that it meets your requirements.

Worming

WORMING Regular worming is vital for cats and kittens - a kittens first wormers should be given by their breeder before you collect him/her. Thereafter they should be wormed at least every three months, especially if you have children or are regularly visited by children. Once every month a "spot on" can be given to protect your kitten/cat from round worm as well as fleas, ear mites and lung worm. Its coming to that time of year when there will be flies around, they can bring worm eggs, as well as bacteria, and other internal parasites onto our cats food. Worming is required even if your cat doesn't go outside. Your footwear can also bring in unwanted parasites into your home that you cat can pick up.

Arthritis in Cats

Arthritis is commonly first diagnosed in older cats during the winter months. This is due to the lower temperatures in winter can seize up the limbs and make symptoms of Arthritis and stiffness more painful. There are various things that you can do to make their lives more comfortable. When you first notice it they will have pain so anti-inflammatory and medications will help with immediate relief. Long term you will need to research for joint supplements which can be purchased on line as well as from your vet. Glucosamine can be purchased from Holland and Barrett or from the internet which can be of great help to your cat once it gets into their system which can take up to several weeks to show a difference. This is a long term treatment and tablets can be crushed and simply sprinkled onto their food. Soft beds /blankets, pet friendly hot water bottles or heaters, or simply being able to curl up next to a radiator will make them more comfortable.

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