The LaPerm

The LaPerm is a feline breed that is pretty much named for its permed or extremely wavy coat. In fact, the coat has excessive waves and ripples giving it the appearance that it has actually had its coat rolled with curlers or permed. The LaPerm originated by accident in the 1980s on a farm in Oregon when a cat gave birth to a litter of six kittens. Due to a mutated gene, one of the kittens was born completely bald. It was thought the cat would remain bald, but within a few weeks time, a curly, soft coat started to grow in. It was discovered that the mutated LaPerm gene is dominant and carried in both females and males. The LaPerm comes in almost every color or color pattern. The cat has a loving personality and is gently, friendly as well as active. Learn more here or call your vet clinic Salem, VA.

Does My Senior Cat need Diapers All Day?

If your senior kitty has incontinence issues that are sporadic or he cannot control his urination at all then yes he should wear the diapers all day. However, it shouldn’t be the same diaper. You should change your cat’s diaper every couple of hours if he is soaked. If you use a feminine panty liner in the diaper then he can go longer as it will soak in the urine and keep your cat dry. A fresh diaper will help your cat feel fresh and confident as well. Whether we realize it or not, senior cat’s wearing diapers may have moments of sadness or depression related to his age or the diaper. Keeping him changed gives you opportunities to love on him constantly and keep him dry. Use washable diapers and simply wash them in a free and clear detergent. Talk to your vets Salem, VA for more tips.