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    I thought it might be a good idea to have some dedicated threads where we can share experiences, tips, and advice on specific key kitten areas which most people come to the forum looking for answers.

    In this thread I thought it might be good to share the possible health problems and remedies that we can face as the owners of new kittens. This could also cover heath insurance and best places and deals available to get it (as well as methods to go about if your kitten falls ill and you don’t have it). Feel free to add appropriate links and tags 🙂

    #779318
    Jeankit
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    If you adopt an outdoor kit as feral/stray even rescue it is best to have checked out at vet for any issues because of previous lifestyle. As blood work, parasite check, poo analysis. If good to go get proper shots and spay/neuter to help w/kit population & behavior issues. If kit is healthy vet visit 1x per year is my approach to health. If notice anything different that needs attention IMHO a vet visit is a good way to go. (Again a lot of info out there…always check on TDK links for help or on-line vet or other source.)

    #821043
    Jeankit
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    #821133
    Leeny
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    Does anyone know anything about pet health insurance–who offers it, how much it costs, what it covers?

    #821134
    Buttons
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    I only know about the Irish pet insurance Leeny.. On average it cost €100 – €150 per cat per year and you normally get discounts if your cat is neutered and microchipped too.. A lot of insurance companies that do home & car insurance also do pet insurance and if you have multiple policies with the company already you’ll get more of a discount on the pet insurance too.. Normally the excess is between €90 – €120 euro and you pay that first in any vet visit and then after that initial excess payment the insurance will pay the rest of the bill.. And any medication for an medical contortion discovered after being insured the insurance will cover the treatment for life .. For example .. Your cat is diagnosed with diabetes and he needs insulin for life the insurance will cover the drugs needed after the excess also.

    #821135
    Buttons
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    I only know about the Irish pet insurance Leeny.. On average it cost €100 – €150 per cat per year and you normally get discounts if your cat is neutered and microchipped too.. A lot of insurance companies that do home & car insurance also do pet insurance and if you have multiple policies with the company already you’ll get more of a discount on the pet insurance too.. Normally the excess is between €90 – €120 euro and you pay that first in any vet visit and then after that initial excess payment the insurance will pay the rest of the bill.. And any medication for an medical contortion discovered after being insured the insurance will cover the treatment for life .. For example .. Your cat is diagnosed with diabetes and he needs insulin for life the insurance will cover the drugs needed after the excess also.

    #821138
    katzenjammer
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    Leeny, a vet might know, or at the very least they might have a list of pet insurers that are generally accepted. Worth a phone call. You could also try googling pet insurance companies and (your city) and wee what links you can get. Hope this helps. Also know that I am thinking about you, a lot. And tomorrow night in the quiet moment just after I light my Sabbath candles it is my custom to take a few minutes and ask for blessings for those who are going through it. You are for sure on my mind then. Take care.

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    Jeankit
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    #824581
    Jeankit
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    Adding this helpful link:
    Helpful Link: http://www.raising-happy-kittens.com/
    raising kittens e book

    Add to you virtual book shelf!

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