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- Feline leukemia virus (FelV)
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- Diabetes
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How to get fast, efficient answers when you're worried about your cat
The Experts at JustAnswer respond to thousands of cat health questions, such as:
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- Our family cat Oreo is pregnant with at least five kittens according to the X-ray that was taken three weeks ago. The vet told me 10-14 days but it's been 21 days and I'm really worried.
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When you reach out to a veterinary Expert, be prepared to answer these questions:
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With this information, you'll be ready for a constructive session with the vet.