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Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency: Background, Breeds at Risk, Symptoms, and Treatment
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Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency: Background, Breeds at Risk, Symptoms, and Treatment

Pyruvate kinase is an enzyme involved in the metabolism of red blood cells. When mutations in the PKLR gene occur, it reduces the functionality of  this enzyme and subsequently affects the ability of red blood cells to survive and function properly. Learn about pyruvate kinase deficiency in cats, symptoms and treatment, and the cat breeds that are known to be at a higher risk for this condition.

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The Average Cat, Beyond Genetics
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The Average Cat, Beyond Genetics
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Top 10 Water-Loving Cat Breeds
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Top 10 Water-Loving Cat Breeds

There are many cats that like water. From the slender Bengal to the ball of fluff that is the Norwegian Forest Cat, the range of cats that actually enjoy water is startling.

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