Ask a Vet

[Karen]

So anyone have any vet questions for this week? Dr. Carol answers them quite thoroughly, whatever they are! Let me know!

[Karen]

So, anyone have any questions for the vet this week? Specific, or something you have just always wondered about - either way!

[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.

[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]

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

[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!

[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???