Did you know
that there are a variety of flowers that cats like the American Curl can play
with and even eat? Likewise, there are also several types of flowers that are
toxic and can hurt your cat if he plays with them or even eats them. Your vet
can provide a list of both safe and toxic plants. On the list of toxic plants
you may be surprised to find the Buttercup. This is a beautiful flower and is
often used to decorate homes inside and outside. However, it’s deadly for cats.
If your cat eats this plant, he may start to vomit, develop diarrhea, appear
depressed, lose his appetite, become anorexic, develop hyper-salivation and
even a wobbly gait. If your cat has any of these symptoms and you have this
particular flower in or around your home, please call your Crown Point, IN
veterinarian right away. Learn more here.
Hypothyroidism
is a common illness that most often occurs in medium to large size dogs like
the American Water Spaniel. It generally affects dogs between the ages of 4 and
10 years old and most often occurs when the thyroid gland is unable to produce
needed T4 and T3 hormones. Without these hormones, your pup is unable to
maintain a healthy metabolism. Symptoms associated with hypothyroidism often
include lethargy, weight gain, weakness, hair loss or poor hair growth, mental
or brain fog, skin infections that don’t heal well, seizures and even
infertility. If your dog has any of these signs, notify your vet right away. He
will need to see your dog to run tests and make an accurate diagnosis. These
symptoms don’t always point to hypothyroidism. Only your vet can tell you
whether the illness is the cause or not. For more information, consult with
your Crown Point, IN veterinary clinic.
