All cats shed whether it's a lot or a little. It's a natural cycle for a cat as the seasons come and numerous factors affect the coat quality. What is not no...

This type of herpes virus causes inflammation (“-itis”) of the windpipe, nose (“Rhino-”) and trachea (“Trach-”) and is responsible for 80-90% of respiratory ...

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic we have had to re-evaluate and restock some of the essentials we have in our cabinets here at Elysian Bengals just in case we ar...

After caring for kittens and other animals over the last 21 years) you learn a few tips and tricks here and there. Especially not living 3000 feets in the mo...

There are countless scientific studies that show the effects of Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) on the reproductive hormone levels in numerous species (1) and ...

If there is one topic that I see constantly posted or asked about, it’s the trials and tribulations of why someone’s beloved cat is inappropriately peeing. D...

Inappropriate urination is unfortunately an increasingly more common issue in the feline population of companion animals. While there are MANY behavioral, st...

How does one expect their companion’s immune system to be properly maintained? Not only do you put faith in what your companion’s immune system can naturally...

Most people probably have never heard of alternatives to vaccines, have believed vaccines are the only option to immunize their companion, or just think you 
Cuprum 30c once every week as preventive medicine Samuel Hahnemann, “On the contagiousness of cholera”. British Homoeopathic Journal, Vol. 7, 1849 Cholera – Vibrio cholerae infection Information for Public Health & Medical Professionals". Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. January 6, 2015. Archived from the orig

DISCLAIMER: Rabies is a very serious virus that is deadly to companion animals and people. This article is for educational purposes only. We advocate for inf...

WHAT Ketamine in some areas of the world and veterinary practices is one of the most common drugs administered to cats for surgical operations. It is an inje

2. 2.Bradbrook, C, and L Clark. “State of the Art Analgesia-Recent Developments Pharmacological Approaches to Acute Pain Management in Dogs and Cats: Part 2.” The Veterinary Journal, W.B. Saunders, 18 Apr. 2018, www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1090023318301199. 3. Wagner AE, Walton JA, Hellyer PW, et al. Use

Group G Streptococcal also referred to as Lancefield group G or Streptococcus canis (S. canis) nicknamed G-strep is typically non-disease causing and is actu...

Kittens develop an abnormal rib cage which often is flat/squished There are varying severities of this condition from a kitten that looks like they were step...

A bacteria that causes upper respiratory symptoms but can also affect reproduction and the gastrointestinal tract. PREVALENCE: Up 30% in cats with conjunctiv...

Feline Calicivirus or FCV is a common virus in cats that presents with respiratory disease. There are at least 40 strains. PREVELANCE: Present in about 10% o
 1. Air via little droplets. Some can fall to the floor others hop a ride on dust and are inhaled by another cat
 2. Contaminated Objects such as water bowls, litter boxes, toys, blankets etc.
 3. Direct contact with other animals via secretions/discharge like saliva, feces, nasal droplets Can exist on dry surfaces at

Mycoplasma is a bacterium that characteristically lacks a cell wall which unlike many bacteria means they are more resistant to traditional antibiotics. This...