Cat Health

According to the "ASPCA Complete Book of Cats," Persians are a popular breed of cat, but they are prone to several medical conditions, including conditions such as irritable bowel disease that can...

Cushing’s disease, also known as hyperadrenocorticism, is rarely seen in cats. It is more common in females than in males, and is usually seen in middle-aged or older cats. Cushing’s disease...

There is no safe way to reset a cat's dislocated shoulder at home. This is one of the few occasions where a pet owner will have to bite the bullet and take the cat to a veterinarian. There are a...

Cats with non-regenerative anemia can't replace lost red blood cells with new ones. As treatment is based on the cause of the anemia, your cat's vet may run a blood serum analysis and a white...

There are many reasons your cat may come down with an upper respiratory disease, but the feline herpes virus tends to produce the most severe symptoms, according to the Winn Feline Foundation....

The signs of kidney stones (calculi) in your cat, which goes by the medical term "feline calcium oxalate urolithiasis," are markedly similar to those noted in other forms of feline lower urinary...

As a cat ages, it is more likely to experience renal failure. According to the Feline Advisory Bureau (FAB), "chronic renal failure is progressive over time so that there is a gradual advancement...

Ever tried to pill a stubborn cat? Almost all cats are stubborn when it comes to getting the medicine they need, and will do just about anything to avoid it - including drawing blood from their...

In the past several years, feline diabetes has become more prominent. Diabetes in cats affects them a lot like type 2 Diabetes affects humans. Cats still make insulin, but their body becomes...

With good veterinary care, good nutrition, spay/neuter and indoor homes, cats are living longer lives. Because of this, high blood pressure, known medically as hypertension, is occurring in more...

Fatty liver disease, or hepatic lipidosis, is a serious condition for felines. When a cat becomes afflicted with the disease, its appetite falls off a cliff, and fat deposits start to store up in...

If your cat is scratching constantly and has been around other cats, boarded or groomed lately, you may want to have him examined by a veterinarian for mange. Caused by the mite Notoedres cati,...

Has your dog or cat been diagnosed with kidney failure? Our 10-year old cat Silli was, in 1999. As I write this, ten years later, she's out on the patio taking her afternoon siesta, at 20 years...

If you are feeding feral cats, it is your responsibility to spay and neuter these cats, as well, to avoid overpopulation. Cats reproduce extremely fast, but a feral colony can be controlled and...

Each year thousands of cats are diagnosed with kidney failure. There are many contributing factors which include consumption of water, diet, toxins in prepared commercial foods and even...

Fleas are nasty blood sucking bugs which can cause your dog or cat to be anemic and die. They will bite and suck your blood also. They endure the coldest winters and thrive and multiply in the...

So you're walking down the street, one day, and chance upon a box full of three little kittens whose eyes haven't even opened, yet. These guys are barely a week old, if that! You have to take them...

When your cat decides to stop using the litterbox and starts urinating in the house, it can be frustrating. Inappropriate elimination is one of the most common reasons cited for turning a cat over...

With so many things that are toxic for cats just in people's gardens alone, it can be easy for them to find their way into trouble. While you see your garden as colorful and beautiful, your cat...

Nobody ever wants to hear that their cat has Feline Leukemia. Here are some ways to deal with your cat's declining health.

Getting your cat, or kitten, through Feline Distemper is going to be one of the most difficult things you ever do.

I have lost my indoor-only cats several times and so far I've been fortunate to find them every single time. Here are some of my experiences and also some of the things I learned along the way.

Sometimes male cats, who have been neutered, become blocked. (Other cats may too, but these are the most common.) That's Veterinary lingo for your cat can no longer pass urine. There are many...

Feline Hepatic Lipidosis is also known as fatty liver syndrome. It occurs when cats don't eat, and their liver tries to use body fat for energy. Since their liver is not made to process fat, it...

Although some cats will take pills hidden in their food or given by hand, this is a more likely scenario:

Because cats groom themselves with their tongues, they sometimes end up with hairballs in their stomachs. Hairballs can cause indigestion, constipation and discomfort, which can irritate your cat...

There are few things in life more impossible to resist than a kitten in distress. Seeing these small, furry creatures all alone, scared and possibly dying plucks the strings in anyone’s...

Feral cats are wild cats. They are like homeless people; foraging for food wherever they can find it--roaming around restaurants, shopping centers and neighborhoods. Thousands of cats in America...

Declawing a cat is very controversial. Some people consider it to be inhumane because of the pain and emotional distress brought the cats. While there is some level of temporary pain, it is yet to...

Cats need to be anesthetized for a variety of procedures that wouldn't warrant sedation in humans. Dental cleanings, some X-rays, and surgical procedures must be performed while the cat is under...

Your cat is climbing the curtains; your dog continuously yawns. The bird that chirped so happily when you first brought her home now sits unmoving in its cage. Every animal reacts differently to...

Caring for orphaned kittens can be a very challenging job and even people experienced in the area can lose some along the way. What you must remember is that you are replacing mommy and at this...

Cats that are paralyzed don't behave like the usual independent cat. They require a special kind of owner, one who is patient and devoted to their needs. They need help to do basic everyday animal...

Believe it or not, performing CPR on a cat is as easy as doing it on a dog. Normally, a cat in mortal danger won't fight you and that helps you do what you need to do to save his life. By learning...

Acupuncture is a modality of traditional Chinese medicine that involves stimulating key points on the body by the insertion of specialized needles. Acupuncture has been used to treat a wide...

The veterinarian hands an owner a few syringes and explains that the food and/or water needs to be force-fed to the cat. Force-feeding a cat is not an easy task. It requires both time and patience...

Losing a beloved pet is very difficult. However, caring for your cat during her final days is an act of selfless love and compassion. In addition to providing you with a few last shared moments...

A "feral cat" is a stray or offspring of a domestic cat living in the wild. Many animal humane societies have a program to catch or trap "feral cats," to spay or neuter, evaluate their health and...

When you hear a person say they are pulling their hair out, you know they are expressing frustration at dealing with a difficult and stressful situation or problem. Cats, however, actually pull...

Chronic Renal Failure is a progressive, irreversible deterioration of kidney function that may not become apparent until almost 70% of the kidney function is lost. Chronic Renal Failure can be a...