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The World According to Cat - Part I

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We may easily overlook the simple fact that cats live in a world that is subjectively speaking quite distinct from ours. We share just enough overlap between our different perceptions of the world to be able to relate to one another, each species having evolved its senses to fit its lifestyle. It is unreasonable to consider cats’ abilities as inferior or superior to our own. Biologists abandoned the idea of one species being “superior” to another decade ago, though cat owners may suspect that their cats feel otherwise. We now consider each species as having evolved to fit a particular way of life; cats are good at being cats, because their ancestors evolved sense organs and brains to suit that role. Because the domestication of the cat is still incomplete, that role is still in a state of flux, for example, cats are still adapting to urban living while their sense organs have remained more or less unchanged. One major difference between cats and people...
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Artificial Respiration and Heart Massage

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Artificial respiration is an emergency procedure used to exchange air in an unconscious cat who is not breathing. Heart massage is used when no heartbeat can be heard or felt. When heart massage is combined with artificial respiration, it is called cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). When a cat stops breathing, heart function soon also stops, and vice versa. It is therefore important to know both aspects of CPR. One person can perform CPR, but it is easier if two people are available. One does the breathing and the other does the heart massage. The following emergencies may require artificial respiration or CPR: .     Coma ·          Electric shock ·          Head injury ·          Metabolic problems ·          Obstructed airway (choking) ·        ...
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What If Your Cat Has an Eye Problem ? Signs

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Your cat has an eye problem if there is matter in the eye; the eye waters; the cat blinks, squints, paws at the eye or gives evidence that the eye is painful; or the nictitating membrane is visible. The first thing to do is examine the eye and try to determine the cause. Eye problems can go from minor to serious very quickly. Be prepared to visit your veterinarian if you can’t resolve the problem right away. SIGNS OF EYE AILMENTS Eye problems are accompanied by a number of signs and symptoms. Pain is one of the most serious. A cat with a painful eye needs prompt veterinary attention. • Eye discharge: The type of discharge helps define the cause. A clear discharge without redness and pain indicates a problem in the tear drainage system. A clear discharge with a reddened eye could be conjunctivitis, including from a viral infection. A thick, sticky, mucus or puslike discharge, along with a red (inflamed) eye suggests possible conjunctivitis as well, including from chlamydp...
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