Andre Gonciar and his wife love their cat Oki as much as anyone might love a close family member, they say when asked about the extraordinary expense they have taken on to save his life and buy him a few more years. Gonciar rescued and adopted Oki when he found him clinging to life in a creek in Romania several years ago, when he was just a kitten. "He's definitely a … [Read more...] about Couple gets kidney transplant for beloved cat
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Two Suffering Homeless Kitties Get Help!
Peggy and Leela are two kittens who were found around the same time but in totally different places. Each had a significant painful injury/condition and badly needed veterinary care. Luckily, both of their rescuers knew of Vet Ranch and brought them to the ranch clinic for healing! Peggy had been caught in a fence and suffered a leg injury. Vet Ranch director Dr. Matt put … [Read more...] about Two Suffering Homeless Kitties Get Help!
8 Clever Ideas to Keep Cats Active
When was the last time your cat exercised? Climbing cat furniture and playing with toys like feather wands and balls can help ward off those unwanted extra pounds. Check out the video below for even more great ideas to get your cat moving! . . . . … [Read more...] about 8 Clever Ideas to Keep Cats Active
Cat with rare blood disorder gets leech treatments
. A cat with a rare blood disorder is being treated with an old and unusual procedure - bloodletting with leeches. Archie, 2 year old cat from Plymouth, UK, was diagnosed earlier this yer with polycythaemia vera, a disorder impactcting red blood cell count. The outlook for Archie would have been quite bleak, but his veterinary specialist in Bristol referred him to … [Read more...] about Cat with rare blood disorder gets leech treatments
Massively obese cat Elvis gets help
. It is hardly a title to aspire to but a German cat named Elvis may be the world's heaviest cat, weighing in earlier this year at 38.5 pounds. The gargantuan kitty is compromised in his mobility and has the health issues associated with obesity.The poor fellow suffers from diabetes, his frame struggles to support his weight, and he can only manage a few steps before his … [Read more...] about Massively obese cat Elvis gets help