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How to Give Injections to a Cat

Today at the cats only boarding facility, one of my coworkers from the veterinarian side showed me how to give an injection. Why do I need to know this sort of thing? Well, sometimes we have guests at the boarding facility who are diabetic, and need insulin injections before they eat. Sometimes, guests arrive and are in need of vaccinations — if the owner wants the cat to stay in the main part of the boarding facility, the cat must be up to date on his or her FVRCP. Today, we happened to have two guests who were in need … Continue reading →

Diabetes on the Rise in Pets

Obesity is on the rise in pets — just like in people. And just like in people, diabetes is rising in dogs and cats. Diabetes affects as many as one out of every fifty pets, and overweight pets are at higher risk. What is diabetes? When the body doesn’t produce enough insulin, the body can’t process or properly use glucose (blood sugar). The glucose isn’t going into the body’s tissues, and instead builds up in blood and urine. If your pet is overweight, watch for these signs that may indicate diabetes: You may notice your pet drinking a lot of … Continue reading →