Growing up with a family cat is a significant if improbable commonality among people who develop schizophrenia. “Cat ownership in childhood has now been reported in three studies to be significantly more common in families in which the child is later diagnosed with schizophrenia or another serious mental illness,” wrote the researchers behind a new…
Quite often, pet owners are unaware of their cat’s hearing loss until the cat is completely deaf. Since felines can compensate for early degrees of hearing loss, it may take some keen eyes for the owner to pick up on symptoms of deafness in cats.
Despite the fact that 53% of cat owners questioned for the study said they give their pets a little cuddle when it seems unhappy, experts found that the best way to chill them out is to leave them alone. Behaviourist Nicky Trevorrow said: “Being held or stroked for too long can be very stressful for…
After a beloved pet has passed away, the motivation and timing to invite another animal into your life is very personal. There is no right or wrong way to consider this. Some people need the spirit of animal around them and feel a reduced quality of life without their presence. The capacity to love and…
I thought I heard, saw, felt my departed pet. Am I out of my mind? Over the past decade, time and time again, people hesitatingly reveal instances in which their sense of sight, smell, touch and/or dreams indicated their departed friend may have been present. They worry about sharing such experiences with anyone else for…
My cat died just before Thanksgiving. Twelve years before my girlfriend had told me she wanted a cat, and we traipsed through animal shelters until I saw this beautiful, white, frightened creature, huddled in the back of a metal cage until she was given a hand to snuggle with. We named her Bonny, after the…
Activate your desk — Few symbols could be as potent as a Neko cat for using as an activator on your desk to help raise your salary, income or stature in your business or company. Place your kitty where you will see it easily. A golden-colored Neko kitty is perfect for increasing your income from…
Children tend to be at higher risk for infection from pets than adults, because they’re more likely to crawl on the floor with the pet and put things in their mouths. Some pets that are fine for adults can pose more of a hazard to children. As with adults, it’s best to avoid getting a…
Be sure that the vet prescribes medicines to prevent heartworms, and offers effective flea and tick prevention for dogs and cats. Pets and their sleeping areas will also need to be kept clean. You might need help with your pets’ care during some parts of your cancer treatment — it’s good to line up a…
Can I Keep My Pet During Chemotherapy and Other Cancer Treatments? The information in this document is not official policy of the Society and is not intended as medical advice. It is intended to help you and your family make informed decisions, together with your doctor. As you’re getting ready for chemotherapy, radiation, or other…