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Palatine Animal Hospital

496 W. Northwest Highway

Palatine, IL 60067 US

847-359-1688

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  • Does Your Cat Have a Grooming Problem?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Noticed a sudden change in your cat's grooming habits? Over- or under-grooming can be a sign of trouble.

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  • Could Those Sniffles Be a Symptom of the Feline Flu?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Can you spot the signs of feline flu?

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  • How to Help Your Cat Get More Exercise
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    When's the last time your cat worked out? Daily exercise can help keep your furry friend healthy.

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  • 9 Reasons Your Cat May Be Losing Weight
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Does your cat look thinner than usual? One of these nine reasons may explain why your cat is losing weight.

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  • How to Help Your New Cat Feel Welcomed in Your Home
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Adopting a cat or kitten? Here's what you can do to help your cat adjust to its new home.

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  • Glaucoma in Cats
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Do you know the signs of glaucoma in cats?

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  • Preventing Obesity in Cats
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Even one extra pound could affect your pet's health. Find out how you can keep your cat slim and trim.

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  • Managing Your Cat's Night-Time Activity
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Does your cat enjoy midnight sprints through your home? These tips can help curb the behavior.

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  • Preparing for Kitten Season - Spay and Neuter Your Pets and Keep Them Safe and Indoors
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Kitten season will soon be here. Are you ready?

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  • Is Your Cat's Personality Influenced by Coat Color?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training, Newsletter Library, Cats

    Are orange cats friendlier than black ones? Coat color may play a role in personality.

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  • Is a Cat Enclosure Right for Your Cat?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    A cat enclosure offers the perfect way for your favorite feline to enjoy a little outdoor time without being subjected to the dangers of the real world. Before you make the decision about adding an enclosure to your property, consider these facts. Free Access to the Outdoors Can Decrease a Cat's Lifespan Free

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  • Diabetes in Cats: Prevention and Treatment
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Diabetes in cats, also known as feline diabetes mellitus, is an increasingly common disease affecting 1 out of every 400 cats. Obesity is the leading risk factor for diabetes. "Overweight or obese cats are two to four times more likely to develop diabetes than cats with a healthy body weight," says board-certified

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  • Cat Backpacks: The New Trend in Feline Transportation
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Wearing your cat is all the rage these days. Find out why more cat lovers are making the switch to cat backpacks.

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  • Should You Declaw Your Cat?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Do you know what really happens when cats are declawed?

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  • Declawing Alternatives for Cats
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Cat declawing is possibly one of the most controversial of all animal surgeries. Cats scratch to mark territory and to keep their claws in top condition, but the scratching behavior can challenge the bond between a cat and his owner. Felines, especially young cats, often play rough and scratch their

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  • Do Cats Really Love Milk?
    Category: Newsletter Library, Cats

    Cats, unlike dogs, are true carnivores which means they thrive on meat only diets and require no vegetable, grain, or dairy supplementation. Cows milk is not recommended for cats because it can be too rich for their digestive systems. This is because most cats can't digest milk properly because it contains

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        • Guinea Pigs
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    • "I really like the staff, very caring and informed! My questions always answered in a timely manner. I have taken three of our pets through the years there and everything I just mentioned above has been consistent through the years,. I highly recommend Palatine Animal Hospital."

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