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Smart watering conserves water and saves money Start early. Homeowners may feel that the hottest times of the day are when lawns and gardens will be most in need of water, so that’s the best time to set sprinklers or grab the hose and get to work. But in many areas, watering between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., when summer temperatures tend to peak, can be both wasteful and ineffective. That’s because watering between those hours will cause much of the water to quickly evaporate, robbing lawns and gardens of the water they need to withstand the heat. Homeowners who water when water is most likely to evaporate may feel they need to water more, and that only wastes water. It’s best to consult a local landscaping professional in your area to determine the best time to water each day, but in many regions the best time to water is between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m., when temperatures are generally lower, the sun is not at its peak and winds are not as strong.
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Prepare your home for a power outage (Family Features) Understanding the distinction between these options will help any family determine which is the better choice for their home.
• A portable generator is an immediate, but temporary, solution. A portable gas generator is less expensive than a standby unit and doesn’t require installation time. Its benefits have limits, as it can only power a few home appliances for a few hours before needing refueling.
• A standby generator with an automatic transfer switch provides a seamless and permanent backup power solution. It is professionally installed outside the home and can power more of your home’s appliances for long periods of time. Powered by natural gas or liquid propane, recent power management technology has allowed homes to still receive whole-house backup electricity, but with a smaller, more affordable generator than in years past.
With an emergency kit on hand and the right backup power source available, the frustration of weathering a storm can be greatly lessened.
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1. SCIENCE: Which of the major oceans is the saltiest?
2. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which two primary colors mix to make the color purple?
3. GEOGRAPHY: Where are the Falkland Islands located?
4. MOVIES: What are the villains in the movie “Transformers” called?
5. LITERATURE: Hercule Poirot is a detective featured in more than 30 of which author’s novels?
6. ANIMAL KINGDOM: How many olfactory receptors are in a dog’s nose on average?
7. MUSIC: When did the Woodstock Music and Art Fair take place in rural New York state?
8. PSYCHOLOGY: What is the fear of speaking in public called?
9. U.S. STATES: In which state is the Rocky Mountain National Park located?
10. LANGUAGE: What is the most commonly used letter in the English alphabet?
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Homeowners should not assume they know how to use all of the tools necessary to maintain lush lawns and bountiful gardens. Familiarize yourself with the proper operation of manual and motorized equipment by reading the owner’s manual thoroughly, making special note of recommended safety guidelines.
Take some time to locate the power buttons and other parts by comparing them to illustrations in the guide. Once you feel comfortable handling the equipment, then you can begin to use it.
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FALL LAWN CARE TIPS
Aeratetheturf.Aeratingreducessoilcompacting,facilitatingthedelivery of fertilizer and water to a lawn’s roots. While many homeowners, and particularly those who take pride in tending to their own lawns, can successfully aerate their own turf, it’s best to first have soil tested so you know which amendments to add after the ground has been aerated. Gardening centers and home improvement stores sell soil testing kits that measure the pH of soil, but homeowners who want to test for nutrients or heavy metals in their soil may need to send their samples to a lab for further testing.
Top Soil 40lb bags • Several varieties & sizes of potting soil mixes
GET YOUR HOME FALL- AND WINTER-READY
One of the easiest and most effective defenses against heat loss is proper insulation. Prevent cold drafts from entering and the loss of heated air through basement headers, which, when left exposed, can make your furnace work harder. Look for a moisture-resistant product offering high thermal performance, such as Roxul Comfortbatt insulation. This type of mineral wool insulation makes installation simple. All that’s needed is a serrated blade or bread knife. Cut the batt to fit the cavity and press into place. The insulation will help improve energy efficiency as soon as it’s in place and provide savings over the lifetime of your home. Comfortbatt can also be used to
or replace old attic
DID YOU KNOW?
Tipping men and women who work in the food service industry is commonplace in the United States and Canada, where citizens typically tip between 15 and 20 percent when dining out at restaurants. But American and Canadiantravelersabouttodepart for overseas destinations may want to familiarize themselves with the practices regarding gratuities before their planes touch down. Some countries automatically add gratuities onto customers’ bills. For example, the government in Dubai mandates that a 10 percent service charge be added to all hotel, restaurant and bar bills. This service charge is then divided by the staff at the establishment, making the charge the equivalent of a tip. Diners in Morocco, where the gratuity is sometimes included in the bill, might be surprised to learn that a 10 percent tip in that country is considered generous. Tips are included in the bill in Costa Rica, where travelers need not feel obligated to leave any additional gratuities. Service is often included in the bill within the United Kingdom as well, though travelers should inspect the bill before assuming gratuity was included. Visitors to Spain should not feel obligated to leave a gratuity larger than 13 percent, and even a tip in the range of 7 percent is considered acceptable.
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Beautiful Tribute
Thank you SO much for sharing the beautiful tribute to Chuck Mangione in the Hometown Stories. He was one of my clients and a dear personal friend, and he was such a wonderful person. It was great to read that someone wrote such a beautiful piece about him.
Precious Gesture
As I walked my son down Main Street the other day, I noticed we were approaching a man mowing his lawn. I was a little worried about my baby’s ears because of the noise, but as we got closer, the man cut his engine and we walked by. I noticed he wore ear plugs. I said, “Did you just stop so we could walk by?” He replied, “Absolutely. I would never take that chance.” So to the wonderfully kind man who did that for us the other day, I just want to say thank you! What may have seemed like a small gesture of kindness to you really meant the world to me. I haven’t stopped thinking about it all week. We live in a special little town!
Batavia Angels
I would like to thank the four gentlemen who helped my husband, Chris, when he fell out of his wheelchair on August 22nd at the corner of Jefferson and Main St. What’s more, I am most grateful to the four young EMTs who checked Chris’ vitals and took him to the ER. It was our 27th wedding anniversary and we were walking to the little waterfall behind the courthouse. Thank you all so very much! God bless you all.
Please, out of respect for fellow shoppers, let’s keep nudity out of public shopping places. It’s very embarrassing. If you feel the need to dress so skimpy, please do it within the walls of your home. Thank you!
Tips for Food Delivery Drivers
As a [food] delivery driver for the area, I’d like to explain how we get paid to deliver your food. The [company] pays $2 an order plus whatever tip you leave. So if your order isn’t picked up, consider tipping $1 for every mile you are away from the place you’re ordering.
Don’t Citicize Unless You Offer Help
So many of our neighbors struggle to make ends meet nowadays. How about a little patience and grace instead of the eye rolling and groans when someone takes a little extra time at the register because a card gets declined or, heaven forbid, an EBT card doesn’t scan properly. Remember that many of us are just one accident away from the same boat.
FINDING HER STRIDE: Ayla Harrington’s Leap from Soccer to Cross Country
BY CHELSIE WELLS
For most of her life, Honeoye Falls–Lima senior Ayla Harrington spent fall seasons on the soccer field and spring seasons sprinting and jumping in track. But before her junior year, she made a change that transformed her athletic career.
“I didn’t like being a benchwarmer when I knew I had more potential,” Harrington said. “I still wanted to do a fall sport, and my cousin was doing cross country, so I joined. at was probably the best decision of my life.”
e leap into a new sport didn’t come without nerves. “Going into my first race, I remember thinking, ‘Why am I doing this?’ I was excited, but I wasn’t looking to be good at anything.”
Her first meet was Dash in the Dark, a fun nighttime race that introduced her to the sport. “ e team vibe is amazing, and that’s what makes cross country great,” she says. She also credits her coach, Nolan Hoh, for creating “a great atmosphere that allows the team to connect better. e team is like a family.”
By the end of her first season, Harrington improved her 5K time by seven minutes. “I went into every race expecting nothing, and once I found I could improve, that was amazing,” she says. Now, heading into her senior season, she aims to break the 20-minute mark, saying, “I didn’t get there last year because I went in with no experience, but I feel like I have the drive to get there. Having drive and ambition is the most important thing.”
Her athletic background helped. “My favorite part of soccer was running, so I get to focus on that,” she says. She also shi ed her track focus from sprints to distance, calling the longer races “harder but a lot more rewarding.”
Her favorite event is the 800 meters. “A lot of people don’t like it because it’s hard, but that’s why I like it. I like the challenge.” Last spring, she qualified for sectionals in the 800, entered as the last seed in her heat, and finished sixth overall, earning a point for the team.
When asked her favorites, she said, “I like team long runs where everyone talks about their day. You get to know people better because of that team bonding.” She also enjoys fartlek workouts, and during tough races, she focuses on selecting and passing one runner at a time. “Every race is different, but the goal is the same.”
Her pre-race routine includes a protein bar an hour before the start, quoting her coach saying, “A hungry runner is a good runner.” And her favorite pre-race song is “4 Minutes” by Madonna and Justin Timberlake.
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Harrington says the team’s supportive atmosphere is what keeps her excited. “ e people in cross country make you look forward to the sport, which improves your mindset.”
She credits her teammates for pushing her to grow, saying, “If you spend time with people who have goals and want to better themselves, you’ll want to better yourself too.”
Balancing sports, school, and her job at a local restaurant can be challenging. “My job involves a lot of standing, which is tough on my knee and made last year’s injury worse. is season, I only work one day a week. It’s important to make time for rest, family, and friends.”
One favorite memory is traveling to NXR, a postseason regional meet.
“Even though I was injured, I had so much fun traveling with the team and experiencing the race course together. The road trip and time in the hotel with my friends was so much fun.”
Injuries have been a recurring challenge. “It can be really hard because you get excluded from what everyone else is doing, and that stinks. My body doesn’t want me to be a runner, but my mind does.”
Looking ahead, Harrington hopes to run cross country in college while studying wildlife biology. She also dreams of running a half marathon and someday a full marathon. Outside of running, she enjoys painting, reading, and spending time with her animals.
For those thinking about cross country, Harrington offers advice: “Be prepared. Don’t join cold turkey like I did. Run when you can beforehand, and don’t pile too much onto your plate. Have a positive mindset during your race, because your results will be better.”
As she begins her final year at HF-L, Harrington feels a mix of excitement and nerves, saying, “I want to enjoy this year, spend time with my friends and family, and give my all to the sport I’ve grown to love.”
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CRUISING TIPS AND TRICKS: Book dining ahead of time. Cruise ships often have a main dining room and then specialty restaurants. If you want a particular meal, make reservations before leaving port. Certain restaurants may offer discounts or perks, such as a free bottle of wine or premiere seating.
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CRANE’S AUTOMOTIVE
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2024 Chrysler Pacifica Touring Ed., loaded $33,295
2024 Ford Edge Titanium $32,795
2024 Nissan Altima SR 1,983 mi .............$29,895
2024 Jeep Compass LTD 21k mi............$28,795
2024 Nissan Sentra SV 10k mi ................$23,295 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Limited 11,446 mi
2021 Nissan Rogue Sport SV 32,281 mi
HOW TO ROAD TRIP IN AN ELECTRIC CAR
Drive in moderate weather: The software experts at Geotab note that cold weather affects EV range. Though battery thermal management systems have been designed to keep batteries within an optimal temperature range to minimize loss in battery performance, battery range is adversely affected when driving in extreme cold. Geotab notes that 70 F is the trip efficiency sweet spot.
poem of the week
Submitted a local reader as part
Submitted by a local reader as part of our annual Pen-A-Poem contest. Share your thoughts at gvpennysaver.com/hometown
Alzheimer’s
By Carole Pinkley
I know there’ll come a time When your name I do not know, And though that moment saddens you, My grief was long ago.
When my head no longer knows you You will still be in my heart.
e course it takes nobody knows. Each person’s case unique. I do not mean the things I’ll do Or even things I speak.
When my head no longer knows you You will still be in my heart.
If you talk to me and it appears at I no longer care, It’s this disease. It is not me at causes my blank stare.
When my head no longer knows you You will still be in my heart.
But walk along beside me
On this journey I must take, ‘Cause deep inside I’m still the same, e love, the bond, it will not break.
When my head no longer knows you You will still be in my heart.
HOW CONSUMERS CAN SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT LOCAL BUSINESSES
Review the business online. Review Trackers reports that more than 81 percent of consumers are likely to visit Google Reviews prior to visiting a business. That’s a testament to the value of online review aggregators. After a positive experience with a local business, consumers can visit Google Reviews or another online review aggregator like Yelp and share the details of their encounter. Chances are strong the review will be read and compel others to patronize the business.
MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel
* On Sept. 12, 1993, the rebuilt Lacey V. Murrow Bridge over Lake Washington opens in Seattle. The old bridge was almost 2 miles long, contained 100,000 tons of steel and floated on more than 20 hollow concrete pontoons. During repairs in 1990, the bridge broke apart and sank in a flood.
HOW STUDENTS CAN HANDLE THE TRANSITION TO MIDDLE SCHOOL
STRANGE BUT TRUE
By Lucie Winborne
* English philosopher Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626) is believed to have eaten a paste of ground pearls and lemon juice to cure illness.
* Speaking of pearls, the ancient Greeks believed they were the hardened tears of joy from Aphrodite, goddess of love.
* Fear of young people is known as “ephebiphobia.”
* The astronomer William Henry Pickering thought that black spots on the Moon were migrating insects.
“Appreciation
Participate in a school-based transition program. Middle schools frequently host open houses for elementary school students, who can take tours of the campus. Parents can take part in these events with their children. If your schedule does not allow you to attend, then schedule a private tour with the middle school principal or a faculty member. Middle school guidance counselors or guest speakers also may make the rounds, visiting elementary schools directly. Be sure your student attends such information sessions so he or she can get an idea of what to expect during middle school.
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There’s so much happening at your local libraries!
Bloomfield Public Library
9 Church St., Bloomfield • 585-657-6264
M-Th 10-8; F 10-6; Sa 10-2
Mendon Library
22 N. Main St., Honeoye Falls 585-624-6067 • mendonlibrary.org
M-Th 9-8; F 9-5; Sa 9-3; Closed Su Victor Farmington Library
15 W. Main St., Victor • 585-924-2637 victorfarmingtonlibrary.org
Farmers’ markets may sell organic produce at a cost comparable or even lower than other retailers. That’s because local farmers don’t have to transport their items as far as retailers whose foods were shipped from far away places.
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Fair Housing Enforcement Project Monroe County Legal Assistance Center 1 W. Main St., Rochester, NY 14614 (585) 325-2500 • www.lawny.org COMMON INVESTMENT TERM TO KNOW Diversification: Diversificationisasavvyinvestmentstrategyinwhichinvestorsspread out their investments so their portfolio is as diverse as possible. When diversifying, investors may invest in stocks, bonds, IRAs, a 401(k), and other vehicles.
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
Each numbered row contains two clues and two answers. e two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.
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CATHOLIC
St. Agnes, St. Rose, St. Paul of the Cross saintagnespaulrose.org • 226-2100
Saturday: 4pm at St. Agnes in Avon
Sunday: 8am at St. Rose in Lima
Sunday: 9:45am at St. Paul of the Cross in Honeoye Falls
Sunday: 11:30am at St. Agnes in Avon
EPISCOPAL
St. John's Episcopal Church
183 N. Main Street • Canandaigua, NY 14424 585-394-4818
Sunday: Holy Eucharist, Rite II, 10AM
Website: https://www.stjohnscanandaigua.org
e Reverend Dr. Richard Laribee, Interim Rector
LUTHERAN
Pastor Clayton Zuber
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Sunday 9am Services in person and streamed on Facebook Live (facebook.com/stmarkmendon)
METHODIST
Vine Valley Methodist Church
6370 Vine Valley Road, Middlesex 585-554-0402
Pastor J. Lanni
Sunday Worship – 9:15am
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IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Find your worship times here on the Worship Page.
Honeoye Falls United Methodist Church 31 East Street, Honeoye Falls • 585-624-3387 honeoyefallsumc.org • office.hfumc@gmail.com
Pastor Natalie Bowerman • PastorNatalie4@gmail.com
Sunday Service is held in person at 10:30am and available on Facebook Live at https://www.facebook.com/HoneoyeFallsUMC. All are welcome to join us!
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Sunday Service 10:30AM Pastors Mike and Genevieve Pedaci www.newhorizonny.org • communications@newhorizonny.org
Faith Bible Church 9041 West 20A, Honeoye • 367-3230
Pastor John Karle
Sunday School 9:30am • Service 10:30am Wednesday Evening Prayer 6pm
ORTHODOX
Archpriest Gregory Naumenko, Rector • A ROCOR Parish
Serving all English and Russian Speaking Orthodox Christians Full schedule of services and live service streaming at www.pomog.org
OTHER DENOMINATION
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By reading the scriptures I am so renewed that all nature seems renewed around me and with me. The sky seems to be a pure, a cooler blue, the trees a deeper green. The whole world is charged with the glory of God and I feel fire and music under my feet. ~Thomas Merton
FAITH and WORSHIP
johncalvinpc@frontiernet.net • Rev. Dr. Carson O. Mo Worship Services Sun. 10am. Select Sunday services are on our website at www.jcpconthehill.org. Live services are available via Zoom most Sundays. We are a small church with a big heart. We hope you will come and join us.
FACTS FOR NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
Mexicans are the largest Hispanic group in the U.S. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health notes that, among the 62 million Hispanics and Latinos living in the U.S., those who trace their heritage to Mexico ranked as the largest demographic at 61.6 percent, followed by those of Puerto Rican descent (9.6 percent as of 2020).
HOW STUDENTS CAN HANDLE THE TRANSITION TO MIDDLE SCHOOL
Dispel any myths your youngster might have heard about middle school. Youngsters hear lots of things about middle schools, and much of what kids hear might be untrue. Ask kids what they have heard about the schools they will be moving on to, and then do your best to dispel any myths.
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By Keith Roach, M.D.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I want to point out a serious health concern. My daughter turned 40 last year and got a mammogram that came back with a shocking diagnosis of stage 3 microinvasive carcinoma. She underwent three surgeries, the last of which was a double mastectomy. I read that cancer incidence increases with hormone usage that is greater than five years in a row. My daughter’s doctor prescribed “the pill” to her for much greater than five years and never even warned her of the risk.
How many other women are unaware of the risks? In many cases, these women are busy, young professionals as my daughter is. They are using the pill because it is so easy. Please warn them and their parents. -- M.R..
ANSWER: The association of combined oral contraceptives with breast cancer is controversial. Many large studies, such as the Nurses’ Health Study, didn’t find an association between “the pill” with breast cancer, either while a woman is using it or after she stops.
There have been some studies that have shown an increase in risk, but the magnitude of the risk is small. In a large Danish study, the overall increase in risk was about one additional case of breast cancer in 8,000 women taking the pill for a year. For women under 35, the risk was one case in 50,000 women per year. The studies that showed a risk for breast cancer did not show an increased risk when women took them for longer. Oral contraceptives certainly have risks. Blood clots are more common among users. They have side effects that can be very bothersome and sometimes prevent women from using them. However, there is an overall improvement in mortality risk among users because even in 2025, having a baby puts a mother’s life at risk, and oral contraceptives are effective at preventing pregnancy.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a healthy male, age 65. I get 7-8 hours of sleep most nights, but during the night, I typically wake up three to four times with a very full bladder. So, I use the bathroom, then return to bed.
My question is, where do my kidneys get all the water to make so much urine? I’m not drinking during the night, and I don’t drink anything before I go to sleep. Where is it coming from? This does not happen during my waking hours. -- B.F.
ANSWER: When you drink or even eat food with a high water content, this fluid will be absorbed into your blood, but it takes time. Once it’s in your blood, it will then be filtered by your kidneys to make urine, but this, too, takes time.
In general, I tell my patients to stop drinking 4 hours or more before bedtime. People who have kidneys that aren’t at 100% function may need an even longer time so that they can urinate all the fluid out.
There are other considerations. Many men and women over 60 develop swollen legs during the day due to leaky blood vessels and valves in the veins. Taking in excess salt worsens this problem. The fluid will go back into the blood overnight, and it can easily be enough fluid to fill the bladder. Compression stockings can reduce the amount of fluid in the legs.
Finally, the body has a system for reducing urine output at night (the anti-diuretic hormone is secreted at night to prevent you from having to get up), and in some people, this system fails. The hormone can be given nasally in these cases, but since it can affect blood sodium levels, it needs to be used very judiciously.
Dietary fiber: The Mayo Clinic notes that dietary fiber refers to the parts of plant foods that the human body cannot digest or absorb. Fiber is typically classified as soluble, which refers to types of fiber that dissolve in water, and insoluble, which is used to describe types of fiber that promote movement of material through the digestive system. Soluble fiber can help lower blood cholesterol and glucose levels, while insoluble can help people who suffer from constipation or irregular stools.
SENIOR NEWS LINE
By Matilda Charles
Expired products at home?
When the pandemic began over five years ago and our stores were keeping odd hours and sometimes the shelves were empty, many of us stocked up on food and supplies when we could get them. We chose canned goods and dry boxed foods like pasta, as well as staples like bleach and sanitizing wipes.
Where are those items now? Are some of them still on our shelves at home, maybe tucked in the back and kept for emergencies?
It’s time to check those items for expiration dates. Most are likely too old to be used, and many of them can make us sick if we do.
Here are a few hints as you go through your stash:
You’ll likely need a magnifying glass as you look at each item because the dates are often very small.
The dilemma with foods is that the experts don’t agree. Some claim that an expiration date doesn’t really mean the food is no longer good, while some say to pay attention to the dates. Plus, there’s a difference between “best by,” “sell by” and “use by” dates. Confusing, isn’t it? I tend to go by the date that’s printed as the cutoff date.
Bleach really does expire and lose potency, and so do the sanitizing wipes, antibacterial hand soap and other cleaning products. Look on the product for a lot number and check the company’s website for dates of manufacture or how to decode the batch number.
Even your shampoo has a limit to the time it can sit unused in your bathroom cabinet, and so do toothpaste, deodorant, hand lotion, eye drops -- nearly everything you use. Go online to www.checkfresh. com. Click the brand of your item and type in the lot number. It will tell you when it was made.
When in doubt, call the manufacturer. It’s better to be safe than to use an expired product.
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is cuddly, friendly and adventurous. She is an outdoor cat and is 7 years old. She is like a friend to me!
By Sam Mazotta
The case of the chronically constipated cat
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My 13-year-old cat, “Tibbles,” has suddenly developed a litter box problem. He pees quite a lot -- I’m constantly scooping the box -- but I have not seen any poo for about three days. Tibbles seems comfortable and doesn’t seem distressed. -Jamie B. in Milwaukee
DEAR JAMIE: A significant change in litter box habits is a signal that something is going on, and you should call the veterinarian.
Cats are famously good at hiding illness. It’s an instinctive trait to keep predators away. If they’re feeling a bit off, you’ll almost never notice. If they’re seriously ill, they may hide themselves away. Senior cats like Tibbles become very secretive as their body ages. They walk more slowly and jump less if arthritis is developing. Their personality may change. They may yowl from discomfort or confusion.
Your cat may be developing a kidney problem, but to confirm this, you’ll need to bring Tibbles to the vet for some tests. It would be helpful to collect a urine sample and a stool sample (if he goes before your visit), so the vet can present results faster. If you’re not able to do that ahead of the visit, the vet may give you collection tools and instructions on how to get those samples and bring them in later.
Make sure that your cat is hydrating as well as possible. Keep his water bowl filled. Give him less dry kibble and more paté-style cat food. Limit his treats to just one or two pieces a day, or switch to a “lickable” treat (available in packets at most retailers).
The veterinarian will provide further dietary adjustments, and possibly medication, once they’ve observed and tested your cat. Follow their instructions precisely to help Tibbles become regular again.
Anesthesia: One of the main differences between a dental cleaning for a person and one for a pet is the use of anesthesia. According to Kulshan Veterinary Hospital, pets do not willingly open their mouths to give veterinary dentists access to perform cleanings. Anesthesia ensures that the animal will remain still and the vet can remove any plaque and tartar that has built up. If a tooth needs to be extracted, sedation ensures that will go smoothly.
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