Could not subscribe, try again later Invalid EmailCat owners are being warned of a cruel disease known as the ­“silent killer”. Feline hypertension – high blood pressure – is common, affecting one in eight cats over the age of nine. “The diagnosis was confirmed by a vet and she was prescribed a treatment for her high blood pressure. “A heart scan was recommended as the high blood pressure may have contributed to the murmur. As part of it, owners are being urged to get their cat’s blood pressure checked at least once a year if they are over seven years of age.

Source: Daily Mirror May 12, 2018 16:30 UTC