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Caring for a cat with hypertension (2023)

Caring for a cat with hypertension Overview Systemic hypertension is the medical term for a persistent increase in blood pressure that is damaging to the body. Hypertension is most commonly seen in older cats and especially in those known to have certain medical conditions which cause an increased risk of high blood pressure. Chronic kidney disease is currently thought to…

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Caring for a cat with arthritis (2023)

Caring for a cat with arthritis (2023) Overview Degenerative joint disease is often referred to as arthritis is common in older cats. Often arthritis develops very slowly and since it affects multiple joints on multiple limbs it can be difficult to spot: lameness is rarely a feature and more often the cat will adjust their activity levels and lifestyle to…

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