Q : what is a normal body temperature and pulse for a cat ?

A : a normal body temperature for cats is approximately 38.6 C' the pulse is between 110-140 per minute, you can check your cats pulse by placing your fingers on the artery located in the inner thigh.

Q : my cat has fleas, what do i use to get rid of them ?

A : there are many products on the market but the most important thing is to see that whatever product you use is not toxic or can cause allergies to your cat. there are products for kittens and for adult cats, you should see which one is best for your cats age. ask your vet if you don't know what to buy, he or she can recommend you of the best thing for your cat.

Q : are there plants that can harm my cat ?

A : YES. there are a few plants that are usually grown indoors and can harm your cat, those are poisonous to your cat and you should prevent it from reaching them. Philodendron,Caladium, Hedera,Dieffenbachia Euphorbia Pulcherrima (poinsettia), Nerium Oleander,Rhododendron Prunus Lairocerasus,Viscum (mistletoe),Solanum Capsicum if your cat ate one of these plants call a vet immediately.

Q : what kind of parasites can be found on cats ?

A : there are a few parasites that you can find on cats, the most common are fleas. the color of the flea is dark brown and its size is the size of a pin head. fleas can cause skin problems so you should treat it and not ignore the fleas,if your cat is scratching or has a skin condition you should check for fleas. you should treat your environment as well as your cat because the fleas are on the cat some of the time but in your house ALL of the time, they are laying their eggs between floor tiles and on carpets so even you sometimes get bit by them. the best thing to get rid of the fleas is to get a professional exterminator for the house and treat your cat with a product that kills fleas with no harm to the cat. the other parasites that you can find on a cat are less common.Ticks (Ixodes) usually can be found on cats that live outside the house and can cause anemia. Lice (Felicola) gray color can cause anemia. and Notoedres that can cause hair loss and infections.

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