What causes lens luxation and subluxation in cats?
In the cat, uveitis is the most common cause of lens luxation, which presumably occurs due to inflammatory breakdown of the lens’ suspensory ligament. Therefore, in cats an infectious disease workup (FeLV, FIV, FIP, toxoplasmosis, etc) is important when presented with a lens luxation (Olivero, Riis et al. 1991).
What can be done about joint degeneration in cats?
Other treatments, such as joint fluid modifiers, may help prevent cartilage degeneration. Surgical options include joint fusion, joint replacement, cutting of the joint, and amputation. The outlook for recovery depends on the location and severity of the joint disease.
Can a cat have displacement of the kneecap?
Displacement of the kneecap can be associated with multiple deformities of the hindlimb, involving the hip joint, femur, and tibia. Cats of any age can be affected. Signs vary based on the severity of the displacement. In mild cases, lameness occurs infrequently, and the kneecap can be manually…
How many cats have been rescued by Kitten Rescue?
Kitten Rescue volunteers place over 1,000 cats and kittens into homes every year. Since we began, we have rescued and placed over 21,000 cats (and counting!) into loving homes. Watch Kittens on our Live KR Kitten Cam! Need your daily dose of cuteness and stress relief?
How many kittens does Purrfect Pals rescue rescue?
Please email us at [email protected] for more details. Founded in 2009, Purrfect Pals Rescue is a 501c (3) non-profit group with a handful of committed volunteers who rescue, raise, and safely re-home about 100 orphaned and abandoned kittens, and some adult cats, every year.
How can I help Kitty rescue and adoption?
Kitty Rescue & Adoption (KRA) relies solely on donations and adoption fees to sustain us. 100% of all monies are spent on the cats. How Can I Help?
Is there a kitten rescue in Los Angeles?
Meet our cats and prepare to fall in love. Kitten Rescue was founded in the spring of 1997 and has grown to be one of the largest and most respected animal welfare groups in Los Angeles. We are a non-profit, volunteer-run organization devoted to finding loving new homes for unwanted, homeless cats and kittens.
