Q: We have a long hair cat that has a problem with clumped hair created from his using the litter box. It is impossible to comb or brush them out and we are wondering if there is something that could be applied to his fur that will soften or in someway clean his fur of these clumps. A: Depending on the severity or tightness of the clumps, the best thing to do is to cut them out with clippers. Then keep the hair brushed out as it grows back. Q: What causes a cat to have blood in their stools? My Maine Coon appears to have the diarrhea but there also seems to be an abnormal amount of bright red blood as well. Her nose is wet, she isn't dragging her hind end, and she doesn't appear to be in any pain, she is eating as usual and is purring and cuddly as she always is. Fluffy does not go outside and I have not gotten her operated on yet for fear she will loose her loving ways like our other cat Nala did. John A: Fluffy needs a fecal examination to check for protazoal parasites. Also, she should be examined for other possible causes of bloody stool, colitis, etc. This may also be diet related. Q: Our cat has recently been diagnosed with hyper-thyroid problem. He is 13 years old. What are some of the treatment options? Kim B. A: There are three basic options: 1) Treat medically with a drug called tapasole 2) Have a thyroidectomy done 3) Treat with radioactive iodine All have advantages and disadvantages, but No. 3 is probably the best procedure in most cases.   Q: Your products are impressive. Which one(s) are the most popular? I have a cat. Which kit would be best for my cat? Thanks Brad A: Our most popular products are the Pet Kit™ and Bird Kit™, though we provide many horse owners with Vet Kit™ products. One of our staff members has four cats (!!!!) and he keeps at least two Pet Kits™ on hand. They are good for minor injuries--like when the two Tom cats are in bad "moods"--or after a serious accident, such as when the little female was hit by a car. They are even useful when a human visitor doesn't heed a warning and gets scratched! Seriously, these are good kits. You can buy kits that cost a little less, but these have real "stuff" like metal scissors instead of plastic ones. They also have some wonderful additions such as our Care Cards, which give you instructions and tips on caring for an injured pet. If I can be of more help, please feel free to e-mail, or e-mail or purchasing department: vsipurch@aol.com or you can simply call them at 1-800-831-7245. Return To Q&A  Pet Questions Sport Dog Questions   Bird Questions Equine Questions
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