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[aTailOf2Kitties]

can cats get toenail fungus? Havoc's claws are always pale and yeasty but my vet doesn't seem concerned about it. They seem to bother him though.

[aTailOf2Kitties]

so what did the vet say about canine vasectomy? My vet said it would stop actual reproduction but not the negative behaviors of an intact male.

[Karen]

can cats get toenail fungus? Havoc's claws are always pale and yeasty but my vet doesn't seem concerned about it. They seem to bother him though.

That's a good question for her. Any chance you could call in and ask it in person? It would be at 1:20 Wednesday afternoon ...

And I'll find the audio file about the canine vasectomy and send it to you, okay?

[aTailOf2Kitties]

I'm crazy busy for the next 3 weeks, can't call

[moosmom]

Karen,

I have a question about "horny" claws. My cat Spike has them. They are calouses that grow out from their pads. I've been clipping them as my vet showed me. Any idea how and why some cats have them and some don't???

[Bonny]

so what did the vet say about canine vasectomy? My vet said it would stop actual reproduction but not the negative behaviors of an intact male.

Thank you Tailof2Kitties. Finally an answer to the vasectomy question. Not all male dogs have negative behaviors when in tact but some do with the hormone producing organ still in place. Maybe it depends on the breed & genetics? You get an answer & end up with another question.

[Karen]

I'm crazy busy for the next 3 weeks, can't call

That's okay, I can ask it for you, she does that. And I'll send you the audio file when I get it!

[moosmom]

I found the number and will call you at 1:15. Thanks Karen!

[dukedogsmom]

I was really disappointed on my call today. She wouldn't let me even speak to say that he'd had a thorough vet check before we left Florida. Not impressed

[Karen]

So sorry, Val, she's usually more thorough than that. I'll PM you her email address.

[Karen]

Hi Karen,
Groucho has been doing something lately that I'm very curious about. As soon as I get my glucometer to check my blood sugar, Groucho comes from wherever he is, jumps on my lap and starts with headbumpies and kisses getting in the way of doing the test. I'm currently on 2 types of insulin, During this time he'll reach out his paw and gently stroke one of the insulin pens but never the other one. He doesn't try to knock it off the table or play with it though. Groucho does this whether I'm low, high, or in range.
I'm curious about why he started doing this suddenly and out of nowhere.

The animal communicator Vickie said Groucho is trying to help, and he also doesn't want you to hurt yourself. He told her you take two needles, and he thinks that's too much. I told her, well, first you need to test your blood sugar, so he may think you are hurting yourself. He wants to help you, which is why he is getting fussy and in the way! She suggested you tell him that you are doing the two needles because that makes you feel better. Let him know that he can "help" most by doing something - maybe a good stroke or three after you have your needles would help you feel better, and give him a part in the process?

I'll send you the audio file when I get it!

[momcat]

The animal communicator Vickie said Groucho is trying to help, and he also doesn't want you to hurt yourself. He told her you take two needles, and he thinks that's too much. I told her, well, first you need to test your blood sugar, so he may think you are hurting yourself. He wants to help you, which is why he is getting fussy and in the way! She suggested you tell him that you are doing the two needles because that makes you feel better. Let him know that he can "help" most by doing something - maybe a good stroke or three after you have your needles would help you feel better, and give him a part in the process?

I'll send you the audio file when I get it!

Karen,
Thank you very much for contacting the animal communicator. I know our pets are very tuned in to how we're feeling and often react in ways we may not understand. Vickie's response does make a lot of sense and I will try to ease Groucho's concern. Mike and I love him very much and want him to feel comfortable and be a happy kitty in our home. I'll be looking forward to the audio file. And please extend my sincere thanks to Vickie next time you talk to her.

[Karen]

So, does anyone have any questions for the Vet this week? It may be the last time I'll be offering this, as I am going to be hosting a different format of show ...

[pomtzu]

If it's not too late - I have a general question about fleas - and if certain animals can have an immunity to them.

[Karen]

That would be great - could you call in tomorrow at 1:20? PM me, and I'll give you the number, etc!