Category Archives for "Cat Q & A"

Why You Should Take Advantage Of A Pet Boarding Facility

Have you hear of a pet boarding facility? If you are a pet lover and have someone to watch over your pet while you are away, probably not.

But what if one day, you have to take a trip and everyone else in the house also are going away? Or you have to go on a family vacation and cannot bring your pet along?

What should you do? One option is to leave your pet with a friend. But how sure are you that your pet will be taken cared of the way you want to? Your friend has to leave his or her place to work and go out with friends.

You know, life happens.

Do you know that you have a better option?

Nowadays, a popular way to leave your pet behind in a secure and safe place is availing of a pet boarding facility.

Pet boarding facilities is like a hotel for dogs and cats. You leave your pet under the care of pet care professionals for one day or more.

Why not just leave your pets with a friend or relative?

Sure you can do that if you have friends and relatives you can trust. But if you are in a place where you have few and far in between friends as well as relatives then you just have the answer.

No need to worry and panic just thinking who will take care of your pet while you take a business trip or vacation. Or your mind drifting away while you are in a far away place wondering if your pet has eaten or has exercised for the day.

Experience a worry free vacation because you allowed your pet to be in the hands of pet care professionals.

You can enjoy the trip knowing that your furbaby is well cared for.

Are you having a business trip or family vacation soon? Contact Makati Dog and Cat Hospital for pet boarding facility services.

Call Ms. Mina or Ms. Diane for bookings and reservations.

Cat Heartworm: Does Your Cat Have Heartworm?

Have you read the series of articles that I shared on heartworm for dogs? How about cat heartworm?

Here’s the latest article that I shared: Prevent Heartworm: You Can Laugh At Your Heartworm Worries — If You Follow This Simple Plan

This is to ensure that pet parents are aware of the huge possibility of heartworm infection in dogs. Especially that Philippines is a country where mosquitoes are a common sight.

But what if you are a cat person? Is heartworm infection possible for your cat?

One pet parent before thought her cat was just having asthma.

After further tests, to her dismay, the cat actually had heartworm. And there is nothing can be done about it anymore.

Read on to find out why.

Cat Heartworm: Feline Heartworm Infection

Recently Dirofilaria immitis infection in cats has been receiving a lot of attention. Cats are susceptible to this worm but they are much more resistant of getting infected compared to dogs.

Typically, cats do not show signs if they are infected and are not normally tested for heartworm.

The prevalence rate of infection in cats is about 10% compared to dogs.

Infection in cats differs from dogs in several ways. Cats tend to harbour very few adult worms, maybe just one or two.

Even though cats get less worms, they have a relatively smaller body size than dogs.

This may cause more problems and are still considered to be heavily infected.

The presence of heartworm larvae can cause a respiratory ailment often mistakenly identified as asthma. This is called Heartworm Associated Respiratory Disease.

Compared to dogs, there is no approved treatment for adult heartworm in cats.

It is better to have a preventive to keep them from getting infected with this worm.

Do not wait for heartworm to infect your cats.

Ask your vet about cat heartworm and how you can prevent it.

Visit us now at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital and enjoy peace of mind taking care of your cat.

 

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” - from a Happy Client

P.S. You might want to read more on Heartworm here:

15 Pinoy Celebrities Who Love Pets And Proudly Shows Them Off In Instagram (Part 2)

15 Pinoy Celebrities Who Love Pets And Proudly Shows Them Off In Instagram (Part 2)

Here is the second installment of pinoy celebrities with pets. And yes, these celebrities love to share their fur babies via cute photos in Instagram.

You can follow them as well:

Heart Evangelista

Sorry, I have to leave so soon. We’ll play again another time. 💔 #mahalkongsorsogon #aspin

A post shared by Love Marie Ongpauco Escudero (@iamhearte) on

 

Jericho Rosales

 

 

Xian Lim

 


Jodi Sta. Maria

 

Shhhh….cat sleeping 😙🐱

A post shared by Jodi Sta.Maria (@jodistamaria) on


Megan Young

Meggy x Kira 🐱 #puspin

A post shared by Megan Young (@meganbata) on


Angel Locsin

Unconditional love❤🐶❤ #pwetpwet #BTS #TVC

A post shared by Angel Locsin (@therealangellocsin) on


Anne Curtis


Learn more about celebrity pets at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

 

Sources:

http://www.cosmo.ph/celebs/entertainment/10-celebs-and-their-famous-pets
https://kami.com.ph/63188-here-names-9-pinoy-celebrities-love-cats-pet-friend.html
http://www.spot.ph/entertainment/showbiz/66467/10-cutest-celebrity-pets-20160531

15 Pinoy Celebrities Who Love Pets And Proudly Shows Them Off In Instagram (Part 1)

15 Pinoy Celebrities Who Love Pets And Proudly Shows Them Off In Instagram (Part 1)

Here in the Philippines, there are several pet loving pinoy celebrities.

Even with their busy schedules, these celebrities are able to share their pets in the social media platform Instagram.

So check out the first part of the 15 Pinoy Celebrities who loves pets and shares them on Instagram:

Solenn Heussaff

My baby bear Spencer

A post shared by Solenn Heussaff (@solenn) on

Yassi Pressman


Kathryn Bernardo

A project that’s really close to my core.. #EverydayKath 🌻🌻

A post shared by Kathryn Bernardo 🐘 (@bernardokath) on


Janella Salvador


Lovi Poe

I love you Señorito ❤

A post shared by Lovi Poe (@poevirginia) on


Coleen Garcia


Nikki Gil

Love me please 😭😭😭 #doncharlito #goldenretriever

A post shared by Nikki Gil-Albert (@nikkigil) on


Daniel Matsunaga

Masayaaaaaa

A post shared by Daniel Kenji Matsunaga (@dandanmatsunaga) on


Learn more about celebrity pets at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

 

Sources:

http://www.cosmo.ph/celebs/entertainment/10-celebs-and-their-famous-pets
https://kami.com.ph/63188-here-names-9-pinoy-celebrities-love-cats-pet-friend.html
http://www.spot.ph/entertainment/showbiz/66467/10-cutest-celebrity-pets-20160531

Hi Doc, When Your Pet Dogs Have GARAPATA, What Do You Do?

Hi Doc, When Your Pet Dogs Have GARAPATA, What Do You Do?

Hello Responsible Pet Parent,

Kumusta ang iyong pet dog and cat? Hope they are doing great

Well, it’s not so great for one pet owner and she asked me one smart question:

“Hi Doc, when your pet dogs have garapata, what do you do? “

Smart question right?

——-

Your Smart Question Deserves An Honest Answer

I have 2 pets. I have Baldo, my French Bulldog and Pipay, a rescued cat.

And Yes! They had those blood-sucking parasites that can lead to life-threatening diseases.

We tried all sorts of soaps, shampoos, sea-bathing until we finally discovered the 2 best products that solved our fleas and ticks infestation.

I’m going to share one tip today on how you can finally get rid of fleas and ticks on your pet and at home… FAST!

Solve Your Garapata Problems Within 24 Hours

Now, you can solve your garapata problems within 24 Hours with Frontline. Frontline kills adult fleas, ticks, flea eggs and larvae – in short, it breaks the life cycle of fleas. It’s effect can last up to 30 days.

Frontline comes in 2 forms: the Spot On treatment, which you apply directly on your dog’s skin, and the Spray for your home for complete eradication of infestation.

DOCTOR’S TIP: Since you apply this treatment on the skin, Frontline is safe for your puppies (2 days old and onwards), breeding, pregnant and lactating dogs.

5 Steps: How To Use Frontline Effectively

  1. Get the right dosage according to the size of your pet.
  2. Target the best location to apply frontline. TIP: Best spot is in between the shoulders, where your pet cannot lick it.
  3. Part your dog’s hair between the shoulder blades. Place the applicator tip just above the skin and squeeze.
  4. Apply entire contents of the applicator in a single spot directly onto the animal’s skin. Never apply on top of the haircoat.
  5. Allow the treatment to stay for 48 hours for maximum effectiveness.

Part of the treatment is to get rid of fleas and ticks lurking in your home and in the areas where your pets sleep, stay, and play. This is where Frontline Spray is best used.

Where To Buy Frontline

Lucky for pet owners like you, you now have access to the best solution to combat fleas and ticks infestation.

Get Frontline In LAZADA. If you previously ordered from LAZADA [who doesn’t?], this is your hassle-free option, and you’ll have it delivered right at your doorstep.

Click Here:

Get Frontline for CATS In Lazada

Get Frontline for DOGS In Lazada

 

Now, you have the easiest way to get rid of your furry baby’s garapata.

So head over to Lazada.ph now and avail of Frontline:
Get Frontline for CATS In Lazada

Get Frontline for DOGS In Lazada

 

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM

Pet Happiness Expert

Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” – from a Happy Pet Parent

7 Easy Cat Treats You Can Make At Home

7 Easy Cat Treats You Can Make At Home

Giving your cat some munchies has never been easier with these 7 easy cat treats.

No need to break the bank as the ingredients are readily available even in your kitchen right now. So busy yourself with these quick cat treats.

Chewy Cat Treats For Cats

This cat treat was made by Joy The Baker to celebrate the second birthday of her cat. So you now have a reason to make a treat for your cat. Or you simply have to even without one.

 

Tuna & Catnip Cat Treat Croutons

These simple and delicious (for your cat) Homemade Cat Treats will knock your cat’s paws off!! It’s hard to win a cat’s love…but these might just work.

Homemade Organic Spinach And Chicken Cat Treats

If your kitty loves a crunchy treat, then try making these easy and healthy organic goodies that will have her purring.

Soft Cat Treats

Get soft, tasty morsels that will make your cat meow for joy.

 

Tuna Crunchers

This cat treat recipe was part of a April Fools joke but it has been kitty tested and approved!

 

Kitty Delights

These cat treats from Serendipity and Spice are little thumbprint cookies for your cats. They are fast and easy to make that will surely make your cat come back for more.

 

Catnip Crumbles

You can give this as a treat to your cat or just crumble over the cat’s regular food.

Learn more about Cats at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Cat Questions: Why Do Cats Roll On The Ground?

Cat Questions: Why Do Cats Roll On The Ground?

Cats roll for different reason than that of the dog.

When dogs roll, this means that they submit to their masters.

For cats, rolling sends a different meaning to the outside world.

Cats Roll to Signal The Male Cats

Female cats in heat roll on the floor. The female cat is full of sexual hormones and exceptionally affectionate. Rolling on the ground, in front of humans or other cats is their announcement that the female cat is ready for mating.

Cats Roll to Relax

For cats, rolling is simply their way to relax. Your cat is pretty much comfortable in this position. This cat rolling on the ground is in a happy place for the moment. And you do not have to intervene while they do this.

Your cat may even be on catnip, as rolling is a common effect of catnip ingestion. This herb gives a sense of high to cats. Catnip is harmless to cats so no need to worry.

Cats Roll For Your Attention and Playtime

You should be honored when your cat rolls in front of you. This is a sign of greeting from your cat. And that means your feline pet is allowing you to pet its tummy. Or wherever it is that your cat loves to be touched. Though belly rubs are truly appreciated

This means that your cat truly trusts you and wants to play with you. And you should give your full attention to your furry kid.

You should be careful though when your cat is in rolling and playful mode. The cat may be waiting for that belly rub and then let their claws dig into your hand.

Next time you see your cat rolling on the ground, you can assess the reason for it. It is no mystery anymore to you why cats roll.

Learn more about Cat Behavior at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

 

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

 

“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” - from a Happy Client

 

Sources:

http://www.cat-world.com.au/cat-rolling.html
http://pets.thenest.com/cats-roll-over-backs-7882.html
http://www.cat-world.com.au/cat-rolling.html

Cat Questions: How Do You Determine The Cat Gender?

Cat Questions: How Do You Determine The Cat Gender?

Do you know how to determine cat gender or sex?

Is it easy for you to identify if your cat is a male or female?

To make it easier for you, here is a quick technique:

  • Lift the tail of the cat.
  • Check the distance of the anus and the urinary track opening.
  • For female cats, the Urinary Track Opening is nearer to the anus.
  • For male cats, the Urinary Track Opening is at least ½ inch to an inch away from the Anus.

You can also identify a cat’s gender by the punctuation mark the backside provides.

Female cats have a genital area that looks like an upside down exclamation point. The male cats genital area looked like a colon.

Still confused here is an illustration:

Still don’t get it? Here is a video:

Learn more about Cats at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

 

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM

Pet Happiness Expert

Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Serving Pet Parents near Makati, Mandaluyong, and BGC

 

“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” - from a Happy Client

P.S. Enjoy our LIMITED OFFER this June on Pet Boarding. Book an overnight stay or 2 nights or more and your fur baby’s 1st night is on us — FREE!

Travel worry free and have a home for your pet

CALL NOW @ 896-2860 and Look for Ms. Mylez

 

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

 

“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” - from a Happy Client

 

Sources:

https://www.thespruce.com/male-or-female-555408
http://www.petmd.com/cat/centers/kitten/health/evr_ct_determining_sex_of_cat

How Do You Compute Cat Age In Human Years?

How Do You Compute Cat Age In Human Years?

Do you know how to compute cat age in human years? For dogs it is easy to calculate their age in human years. You just multiply each dog year by 7 and that’s it. For cats, it takes more calculation than it is for the dogs.

Here is how to compute your cat’s age in human years:

- The first year of the cat is equal to 15 years

- Add nine years for the cat’s second year

- For the third year and up, add 4 years for every year thereon

 

This is the guideline when counting the average cat’s age. Some cat breeds mature slower like the Maine Coon. This cat breed reach their prime when they reach the 3rd to 4th year. While most are in their prime at year 2.

So if your cat is more than 10 years then that cat is already a senior cat.

Knowing the cat age will help you understand the

Learn more about Cat Breeds at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

 

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” - from a Happy Client

 

Sources:

https://www.buzzfeed.com/phnie/top-10-adorable-cat-breeds-fit-for-your-small-apar-xu6u?utm_term=.lqjOMjO2O#.liA59a5j5 http://www.realtor.com/advice/rent/best-cat-breeds-for-apartment-living/
http://www.catster.com/cat-breeds/top-cat-breeds-apartments

Why Does Your Cat Bite You?

Why Does Your Cat Bite You?

Why does your cat bite you? Cat biting may seem to be a normal behavior for cats. But sometimes this can be confusing to the cat owner. One minute your cat seems to love the attention then the next minute bites you.

There can be three explanations to cat biting:

Affectionate Cat Bite

Biting can also be your cat’s way to show affection. Some dubbed such biting as love bites. Mommy cats nibble and lick on their kittens when grooming. This could be your cat’s way of telling you of his love for you.

Do not hit or yell at your cat. The simplest way to stop the behavior is to walk away.

If such behavior annoys you, you can redirect his attention. Give your cat a treat or his favorite toy to distract him.

Playful Cat Bite

When your cat bites you, it may mean that he just wants to play. Biting and licking are part of a cat’s play.

Most cats that play rough are those that were separated from the cat litter too young. Kittens that were able to interact with their siblings and mommy are able to learn the extent of rough play.

You can teach your cat that such rough play is not acceptable. Like affectionate biting, walk away when your cat is biting too much. This will let your cat know that to play with you, he has to be more gentle.

Overstimulated Cat Bite

As many know, cats have their own threshold of things. Just when you thought they are having fun they suddenly bite you.

They liked being petted or played with but to some extent only. And that is the tricky part in understanding your cat - when is play enough or too long?

It can be different from cat to cat. One way to know if your cat is getting overstimulated is their body language. When you see your cat’s tail is wagging, ears are back and body stiffening, then time to back off.

Some cats even go from purring to over stimulated in a matter of seconds. It is essential to read your cat’s body signals to avoid overstimulation.

 

Cat biting may be part of your cat’s behavior. But you can still avoid it by learning to understand your cat.

With these, you know the answer to the all too common question: why does your cat bite you?

Learn more about Cat Behavior at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

 

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

“The St. Luke’s of Pet Hospitals” - from a Happy Client

 

Sources:

http://pets.thenest.com/cat-biting-licking-mean-8131.html
https://pethelpful.com/cats/Why-Does-My-Cat-Bite-Me
http://www.vetstreet.com/our-pet-experts/why-does-my-cat-bite-me-when-i-pet-her

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