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Read on for useful tips for new cat parents, and for those looking to brush up on their pet care skills.

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  General Cat Care This page contains links that lead to  aspca.org/chewy . If you purchase any items through the affiliate links on that page, the ASPCA may receive a commission of  8% of your purchase  at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support! Have you recently added a feline friend to your family? Congratulations! We know you’ll be thrilled to have your new cat in your home. If you are considering adopting a cat, please visit your local shelter. We encourage you to browse our directory of adoptable cats in your area, or use our shelter finder to start your search. Read on for useful tips for new cat parents, and for those looking to brush up on their pet care skills. Basic Care Feeding We recommend purchasing high-quality, brand-name kitten or  cat food . Your veterinarian will be able to assess your new cat or kitten and determine the best diet. Factors such as age, activity level and health make a difference in what and how much a cat should...
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Distemper in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment and management, precautions

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  Distemper in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment By  Tiffany Tupler, DVM, CBCC-KA . Reviewed by  Brittany Kleszynski, DVM Updated  May 30, 2024 melissabrock1/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images In This Article Summary View 6 More  + What Is Distemper in Dogs? Canine distemper is a highly contagious, often fatal viral disease that affects the respiratory, gastrointestinal (GI), nervous system, and other organs of dogs. Unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated dogs  and puppies are at highest risk. This disease primarily spreads from one dog to another through direct contact, such as  coughing  and  sneezing .  Distemper doesn’t just affect dogs. Infected ferrets and wildlife—foxes, wolves, raccoons, skunks, coyotes, and other carnivores—can also become sick and transmit the virus to dogs. Distemper in dogs can be prevented  through a core vaccine given by a licensed veterinarian . All dogs should remain current on this vacc...
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