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by fdrthecat on May 5th, 2005

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My cat laps her water with her paw. She gets fresh water every day but I am concerned that there may be some litterbox water issues. Should I worry?

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  • by Kenda7 on May 28th, 2005

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    I agree with the fact that the cat is perfectly fine putting its own paw in its water. Nothing to worry about...
    I dissagree with the fact that cats' paws are extremely clean in general. There is a bacteria on a cat's claws that is so detrimental to humans that it causes what is called 'Cat Scratch Fever' - a severe flu-like illness. This bacteria is also dangerous to pregnant women and can cause miscarriage. Doctors instruct new mothers to remove cats and litter boxes from their home once they are pregnant.

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    • Cat Scratch Fever da na da ...Wow that's not just a song!

      Scottythinks

      by Scottythinks on June 22nd, 2005

    • broken skin allows any bacteria to get in.

      david askari

      by david askari on August 7th, 2005

    • Yes that is true, but the question wasn't about harming humans with their claws . . .

      MyKinKStar

      by MyKinKStar on May 11th, 2006

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