Cat Health

Cats need fresh water, but dishes provide an environment for bacterial growth and can grow stale or stagnant. Running water is a solution. "Animals love to drink from water that flows naturally,"...

Feline ringworm, which is actually a fungal infection that affects your cats skin, can show itself in several different ways. Some of the signs of this skin fungus are: missing patches of fur,...

Cleaning a newborn kitten can be easy, using the proper techniques. Many times a mother cat abandons her litter, leaving your to care for her kittens. Cleaning a newborn kitten is easy, but...

Getting your cat to take his medication can be quite tricky. Cats are slippery and can run away before you get the medication in their mouths. If you put the medication in their food, they are...

It's that time again when everyone gets out the boxes of ornaments, sets up a tree and starts to decorate for the holiday. For most people, its just one of those things we do but if you have a...

Pet proofing your home for the holidays is relatively easy and a must for anyone wanting to protect those precious pet. Pets will sometimes get into things that can cause serious harm and cause...

A heart attack occurs when part of the heart muscle is blocked and stops blood flow. Heart attacks are usually caused by coronary heart disease: plaque accumulates on the inner walls of coronary...

All cats enjoy treats, and you are advised to feed them sparingly because, just like people snacks, they tend to be high in fat content and low in nutritional value. However, you can make...

A shotgun blast kills an animal in less than a second, while conventional euthanasia kills an animal after several pain-filled seconds. If you have a sick and dying animal, please choose the more...

Cats will shed some amount of fur year round, but most shedding occurs in the spring and fall as the cat's body prepares its seasonal coat. Indoor cats shed less than outdoor cats, due to the...

Ringworm is an infection of the skin that can affect cats, dogs, farm animals and people. In order to help keep your cat ringworm free, you should know that ringworm isn't actually a worm, but a...

You need to remove it quickly and painlessly from your dog. Following these simple steps can make the process easy and as pain free for your pet as possible. Ticks carry diseases such as Rocky...

Feline acne is the development of blackheads that only occurs on the cat's chin. If your cat has a rash or blackheadlike bumps in other areas, you should take your pet to a veterinarian. Stress, a...

If a cat's urinary tract infection is not detected, or goes untreated, the bacteria that caused the UTI can make their way into the cat's kidneys and bladder. A primary sign that your cat has a...

Generally, gas pain in cats is caused by either an overall inadequate diet, the ingestion of improper foods, or the cat "wolfing" its food and swallowing too much air. Though it is important to...

When a cat is diagnosed with diabetes, it may become necessary for the owner to inject it with insulin. Even though the veterinary staff will instruct owners on how to proceed with injecting...

If your cat is ill you will do most anything you must to ensure he gets well soon. Unfortunately, sometimes this means collecting a urine sample per request of your veterinarian. Urine samples...

When your pet cat gets older, they probably sleep most of the time so how can you even notice any changes in your little family member? Well, there are signs that you can be aware of, whether...

Metabolic acidosis is a condition that arises secondary to another illness and can affect cats and dogs. Diabetes, kidney problems from damage or defects, and ingesting toxins, such as antifreeze,...

Many cats will experience the discomfort and pain associated with a urinary tract infection at least once. Most often a UTI poses no serious threat, but if your cat has a urinary tract infection...

All cats like treats, especially fishy ones. Pet owner are advised to feed their cats treats sparingly, though, because they tend to be high in fat and low in nutritional value, just like snacks...

Changes in behavior such as excessive scratching, head shaking, and head rubbing---that's a sure sign something is wrong with your cat's ears. Early diagnosis and treatment of ear mites is vital,...

A cat's gestation is 62 to 65 days. During that time, you should keep your cat indoors, give her good and nutritious food and a clean litter box, and monitor her general health. A few weeks before...

Runny noses are common in cats and kittens, particularly in crowded environments like shelters. Most runny noses in cats are caused by the feline herpes virus or feline calicivirus. Veterinary...

Ear mites, found most commonly in cats, are more than a nuisance for your pet or an inconvenience to you. While mild cases may only cause severe itching, severe infestations can lead to anemia and...

You've been feeding a colony of feral cats since spring. You've even trapped them, had them spayed/neutered and returned them to their territory. Now the weather's getting colder and you're...

Most often when a cat has a stuffy nose, the animal has an upper respiratory infection or allergy. In most instances, it is safe to treat the condition at home. If your cat doesn't respond to home...

If your cat goes outdoors at all, you need to be concerned about fleas. Not only can fleas make your cat miserable, they can actually make her sick. Fleas cause intense itching, but some cats...

Feline urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common. While there are steps you can take to decrease the likelihood of your cat getting such an infection, there's no way to completely eliminate the...

Caring for a cat with a broken jaw can certainly be a challenge. Even the most routine parts of pet ownership, such as feeding and grooming, are much more difficult when a beloved pet has such a...

Sarcoptic mange, or scabies, is a highly contagious condition that can affect kittens and is caused by a mite. Kittens who have mange will often scratch excessively and can have hair loss and...

It is common and natural, to a certain point, for kittens to accumulate small amounts of mucus in the corners of their eyes, especially after they have awaken. However, one must be aware of the...

You may have heard by now that the very first pet has fallen victim to H1N1 (Swine flu): a 13-year-old Iowa house cat. The 16-pound tabby joins the list of nearly 25,000 lab-confirmed human cases...

Sudden weight loss in your cat is a symptom of a lifestyle or health problem. To enable your cat to live a long, healthy life, identifying problems and diagnosing illnesses early is key. If your...

Are you concerned about your cat's warmth and safety during the winter months? Insulated cat houses can get expensive. Here's a great do-it-yourself alternative to those overpriced pet houses.

Atopic conditions involve the predisposition for dermatologic (skin) or respiratory allergic reactions to everyday substances in cats. Normally, the reactions are to an innocuous material such as...

Cat skin rashes can be caused by exposure to an allergen in the environment or allergic reactions to the current pet food. Common symptoms of skin allergies include excessive scratching, rubbing...

Feline cancers of all types can be asymptomatic in the early stages of the disease, and by the time the cat shows any signs of illness, the cancer may be fairly well advanced. Because cats are...

Ear disease in cats can be caused by allergies, parasites, microorganisms such as bacteria or yeast, foreign bodies or unclean ears. Symptoms of ear disease include odor, discharge, redness,...

Eye discharge is a common ailment in cats, and can be the result of a number of conditions, ranging from a mild topical irritant that is overstimulating tear production in the eye, to serious eye...

Ear mites are quite common in cats and dogs, but are easily treated. Some of the signs of ear mite infestation are shaking of the head, scratching at the ears, and black, coffee ground-like...

Definitive tests for positively identifying tapeworms in cats require a veterinarian to prepare slides containing eggs or larvae and view them with a microscope for complete accuracy. However,...

When we get a new kitty, they are the light of our lives. We all know that cats do have their own classified type of personality; some are more personable and social than others, they are all...

As with any pet you adopt, the first thing you always want to do as the responsible pet owner that you are is to make an appointment with your Vet. Be sure your new pet gets a clean bill of...

Anxiety can quickly impact your cat's health. Under stress, a seemingly sweet and gentle cat may exhibit negative behavior such as aggression and urinating to mark territory. Sometimes stress...

In the news, we have found out that our precious pets may be susceptible to catching H1N1 Swine Flu. According to a report from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), a 13 year old...

If you have a cat, you will want her to have a healthy and happy life. It is easy however, for a cat to become obese and sedentary. As in humans, obesity can cause many health problems for cats...

Ringworm is the most common skin condition in cats. It is very infectious and easily contracted by kittens over four weeks of age, but can be safely treated with different medications and...

Even though they live outdoors, feral cats still need some protection from the elements. Building an inexpensive shelter for your outdoor feline friends can be easy and will give you the peace of...

Feline vestibular disease causes a cat's vestibular system to malfunction, resulting in dizziness and loss of balance. The most common form is idiopathic vestibular disease, which has no obvious...