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Preventing falls is of special concern to owners of pets with osteoporosis since a bad fall can increase the risk of fractures. This may result from impaired vision or balance, chronic diseases that impair mental or physical functioning, and certain medications such as sedatives.

Pets with long hair that hang over their eyes need a haircut for proper vision. Those with osteoporosis must be observed carefully so that physical changes that affect balance or gait are noticed early and mentioned to your veterinarian. To reduce the risk of falls, here are some practical measures:

Be careful with highly polished floors that become dangerous when wet.

Remove yard debris that your pet may trip over.

Keep rooms free of clutter, especially floors.

Keep floor surfaces smooth but not slippery.

Be sure carpets and area rugs have skid-proof backing or are tacked to the floor.

Use a rubber bath mat in the shower or tub when bathing your pet.

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Lymphoma is the most common type of cancer in cats, accounting for almost 33% of cat cancers. While lymphoma in general is caused by the same cellular degradation and malfunction as all cancers, gastrointestinal lymphomas’ development may be preventable.

Frequent diarrhea is a warning sign. Chronic illnesses, like Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or IBD, develop when lesser GI illnesses are not quickly addressed. IBD in cats is a group of gastrointestinal disorders that cause the lining of the intestinal wall to become inflammed. Chronic vomiting and or diarrhea are the most common symptoms. The exact cause is often unknown, but unresolved food allergies and food sensitivities contribute to immune system dysfunction. GI Lymphoma in cats is often associated with a weakend immune system.

The jury is out as to which comes first, intestinal lining inflammation setting the stage for IBD, or the IBD causing the inflammation. Either way, IBD has been directly linked to GI lymphoma in cats. Chronic vomiting or diarrhea frequently go unnoticed, and at some point the resulting inflammation and scar tissue that develops along the lining of the intestine can cause abnormal cell growth, leading to GI Lymphoma.

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