If you head over to “The Federalist” entry on Wikipedia, you will find, among other smears of our little operation, a “COVID-19 pandemic misinformation” section. It’s a sad reminder of how authoritarians…

Survival Meat Debate: Canned Versus Freeze-Dried

Last week, the Ninth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals agreed that mandating covid-19 “vaccines” violates the individual human rights of teachers and other staff of Los Angeles School Unified Districts (“LAUSD”), remanding […]

by Jack Montgomery, The National Pulse: Results in the European Parliament elections across 27 European Union (EU) member states are mostly in, with the biggest news being the shellacking of Emmanuel Macron’s Renaissance Party by Marine Le Pen’s National Rally in France. With his party having received only around half as much support as Le Pen’s party, President Macron […]

The Muslim Jew-haters march through the streets of London calling for “Jewish blood” and “threatening to kill any dogs being walked by Jews who come anywhere near them,” while driving through Jewish neighborhoods, “threatening to rape Jewish women and children.” And the Metro Police who witness this, DO ABSOLUTELY NOTHING about it! But what do […]

When a young woman stepped in to help raise her sister with Down syndrome, she had no way of knowing how difficult it was going to be. She also didn’t know that the ups and downs of parenthood would be so rewarding! Sarah Carolyn shared a beautiful post on social media highlighting some of her most unforgettable moments with her sister, Emily. Some of them were emotional and some were hilarious, but they all showcase the relationship that these two siblings have developed over the years! It all started when Sarah and Emily’s mother was diagnosed with stage three colon cancer. Mom knew that she was going to need more assistance at home, so she asked her older daughter if she’d be willing to help raise her little sister with Down syndrome. Sarah says that she felt an “immense fear of failure” at the thought of bringing up her own sibling. However, she also felt “the great desire to protect/care for her.” Screengrab from TikTok At first, things were a little rocky! Although Sarah tried her best, there were still moments when her sister with Down syndrome got into trouble. For example, one moment that stands out in her memory is when Emily made a very questionable meal choice. “The day I thought I was getting the hang of things until she told me she ate 11 cheese sticks for breakfast,” the older sibling recalled in her social media post. Screengrab from TikTok On another occasion, Emily sent out an unsupervised email that was distinctly lacking in decorum. “When she sent my nursing professor an email w the subject ‘suck it, Barb,'” Sarah wrote, adding “Her name was not Barb…” Raising her sister was a lot of work, but Sarah wouldn’t have things any other way. These tough parenting moments were offset by wonderful bonding experiences! Sarah got to watch her sister with Down syndrome grow and change throughout the years. She also got to be there for some of her sibling’s biggest achievements, from pursuing job opportunities to having her photo displayed in Times Square! Screengrab from TikTok “The greatest gift I ever received was the opportunity to help raise her,” the older sister concluded. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Woman Shares Beautiful “Moments Raising My Sister With Down Syndrome” After Mom’s Cancer Diagnosis appeared first on InspireMore.

The road can be a dangerous place, with weather and road conditions and potential accidents lurking beyond every bend. It can also be an eerie place at night, a place of lane lines flickering by and the only signs of life the occasional passing headlights and maybe some nocturnal animal prowling about. Yet sometimes this danger and eeriness converge in strange ways to marry and step into the realm of the unexplained and the supernatural. Sometimes it seems that something else is prowling the roads as well. 

The post My Cat Coughing Sounds Like a Duck, What’s Wrong? Vet-Verified Facts by Lorre Luther appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren't considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com. If your cat has recently been coughing, you may wonder if something is going on that requires a veterinary examination, particularly if your companion’s cough sounds like they’re channeling a duck. The sounds cats make when coughing can often be difficult to describe, and often confusing, due to a lack of standardization with regards to coughing vocabulary. Some people may further describe it as retching, or hacking, though these terms can mean different things to different people. Coughing can further be confusing due to colloquial terms such as “coughing up a hairball”, which is generally more accurately a description of vomiting. This article will look at some of the more common causes of coughing in cats, and help you determine what to do if you notice your cat coughing. What Are the Common Conditions That Can Cause Cats to Cough? Various conditions can cause cats to cough, including asthma, cancer, foreign objects that have gotten stuck, and respiratory infections. Asthma Asthma is when a cat’s lungs and airways narrow and swell. Although the trigger isn’t always known, the result is an inflammatory reaction within the respiratory system. Signs of the condition are non-specific, and can include repeated coughing, and bouts (or paroxsysms) of coughing. If your cat is coughing but not having trouble breathing, consider contacting your veterinarian and explaining the situation to determine whether they need to be seen immediately or can wait for a regular appointment.  Cats with breathing problems should be seen immediately by an emergency veterinarian. Treatment is usually geared towards controlling inflammation. Cats with asthma typically need anti-inflammatory medication to keep the situation under control long-term. Other conditions should be ruled out before a diagnosis of asthma is made. Image Credit: Prystai, Shutterstock Cancer Cats can develop benign and malignant tumors in their respiratory systems, including their larynxes, tracheas, and lungs. Laryngeal and tracheal tumors are rare in cats, as are primary lung tumors. Primary lung tumors are diagnosed far more frequently in older than younger cats. Cats can also develop malignant tumors when cancer metastasizes from other sites. Signs of laryngeal and tracheal tumors may include difficulty breathing, coughing, or a change in voice. This may be where some people describe a cough as duck like, though it is not the only potential cause. The diagnosis of laryngeal and tracheal tumors usually involves examination of the suspected areas when possible, generally under sedation, along with imaging such as x-rays or endoscopy. Respiratory Infections Viral and bacterial infections can cause lower respiratory problems in cats. Fungi and parasites can also be responsible. Signs can include include coughing, fast or open mouth breathing, fever, lethargy, changes in appetite, and weight loss. Similar to other lower airway diseases, veterinary consultation, diagnostics, and treatment are the common next steps. Image Credit: sophiecat, Shutterstock Conclusion Cats can cough for several reasons, ranging from lower respiratory infections, to chronic conditions such as asthma and diseases like cancer. Coughing in cats should always be evaluated by a veterinarian. If your kitty sounds like a duck when they cough, contact your veterinarian for an examination. Sources https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/respiratory/c_ct_cough https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/respiratory/cat-asthma https://www.msdvetmanual.com/cat-owners/lung-and-airway-disorders-of-cats/cancers-and-tumors-of-the-lung-and-airway-in-cats#:~:text=Tumors%20that%20originate%20in%20the,during%20the%20last%2020%20years. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/ingestion-of-foreign-bodies-in-cats https://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/infectious-parasitic/c_ct_heartworm_disease   Featured Image Credit: Suzanne Tucker, Shutterstock The post My Cat Coughing Sounds Like a Duck, What’s Wrong? Vet-Verified Facts by Lorre Luther appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren't considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com.