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Catio 101: The Ultimate Guide to Building a Safe Outdoor Space for Your Cat

  If you’re considering a catio—a secure outdoor enclosure that allows cats to safely enjoy the outdoors—this guide will provide you with everything you need to know about what a…
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Cerebellar Hypoplasia (CH)

What is CH? Cerebellar Hypoplasia or CH is a condition in which a cat’s cerebellum is underdeveloped. What is the cerebellum? The cerebellum is located in the back of the…
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Hyperthyroidism 101: Camelot’s Story

Hyperthyroidism in Cats 101 You may have heard of hyperthyroidism in people, but did you know that cats can have this medical condition too? Hyperthyroidism is usually caused by a…
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The Facts about FeLV

As one of very few accredited cat sanctuaries in the US that rescues cats with FeLV, we at The Hermitage would like to spread awareness and understanding of this common…
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The Facts about FIV

FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus), an immunocompromising disease, affects about 3% of cats in the U.S. Most of the clinical signs of FIV are non-specific, so any cat with persistent or…
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