Cats and Electromagnetic Fields

Cats may be affected by electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetic fields (EMFs or EM fields) are "invisible lines of force" surrounding electrical devices and electrical wiring. A device called a "gaussmeter" can measure EMFs (measuring gauss units).

Studies have found that people and companion animals are responsive to invisible EMFs. EMFs can affect the production of hormones such as the brain hormone melatonin. Melatonin is a natural suppressor of cancer cell growth. Do EMFs increase the incidences of feline leukemia? Should we allow our cats to sleep near or on electrical equipment?

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Dr. John Heinerman, in his book Low Cost Natural Cures for your Dog and Cat Your Vet Doesn't Want You to Know says that adding certain herbs to wet cat food provides protection. He added 1/4 teaspoon of wheat-grass powder plus the contents of 2 capsules of red clover blossom once per day to his cat's moist food. He believes that this is effective.