Nutritional support for cats with critical illness
Nutritional support for cats with critical illness
Managing critical illness in cats
There are many critical illnesses, from cancer to severe viral infections like Feline leukemia virus (FeLV). All of these require careful management with nutrition. Let's explore how to care for a cat with cancer as one example, and how — with the right care and nutrition — you can support your friend through their fight.
What are the common risk factors for cats?
Cancer can affect cats of any breed, age, or size. However, some common risk factors can increase the likelihood of a cat developing an illness such as cancer, including:
What are the common risk factors for cats?
Cancer can affect cats of any breed, age, or size. However, some common risk factors can increase the likelihood of a cat developing an illness such as cancer, including:
Nutritional support for restorative care
Supportive Medication
Your veterinarian may prescribe medication to help your cat with related health issues, such as digestive care, pain management, etc.
Treatment
Depending on your veterinarian’s recommendation, supportive medication, radiation, surgery, and other treatment for cats may be considered.
Love & Care
Whether it’s a road trip, a walk in the park or snuggling on the couch, your pet’s best friend in this fight is you.
Supportive Medication
Your veterinarian may prescribe medication to help your cat with related health issues, such as digestive care, pain management, etc.
Treatment
Depending on your veterinarian’s recommendation, supportive medication, radiation, surgery, and other treatment for cats may be considered.
Love & Care
Whether it’s a road trip, a walk in the park or snuggling on the couch, your pet’s best friend in this fight is you.
Questions to ask your veterinary healthcare team
Here are some useful things to ask during your next vet visit:
Contact your vet if you have any questions related to restorative care.
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