Cat Health

Cat scratch fever--also called "scratch disease," or CSD--is a bacterial infection, according to the U.S. National Center for Infectious Diseases of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....

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...

Feline kidney disease, medically referred to as renal disease, is a serious condition that can lead to kidney (renal) failure if left untreated. Kidney failure inevitably progresses until the cat...

Renal disease can occur in cats of any age. However, chronic kidney disease most frequently affects older cats. According to a study led by E.A. Plantinga, a member of the veterinary medicine...

Cats with feline fragile skin disease suffer a lot, but veterinary treatments can make their lives more comfortable. Veterinary treatments include skin grafting surgery, cancer therapy, and...

Osteosarcoma, a cancerous tumor mainly affecting the long bones, is one of the most common forms of cancer and bone disease in felines according to pet-health-guide.org.

Though kidney disease and urinary tract infections are conditions experienced by organs in the urinary tract, they are different in length of illness and severity. Kidney disease constitutes a...

According to the Veterinary Neurological Center, the vestibular system in animals helps them maintain their sense of balance and orientation. A condition known as feline idiopathic vestibular...

The transfer factor is a medical process that can be used in both humans and animals. The process uses white blood cells to "transfer" immunities between patients.

Feline urinary disease is more commonly known as feline lower urinary tract disease---FLUTD---and covers various conditions associated with a cat's urinary tract. A serious disease, FLUTD can end...

Kidney disease is also referred to as renal disease and, if left untreated, can lead to kidney failure. Feline kidney disease can be caused by a variety of conditions, including bacterial...

As a cat ages, its body goes through changes--some are normal, some are not. If your cat loses a significant amount of weight, it may be time to take your pet to the veterinarian for an...

Kidney disease in cats---commonly referred to as feline chronic renal failure (CRF)---is one of the most common causes of sickness and death in felines, reports FelineCRF.com.

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...

Feline degenerative kidney disease, more commonly known as chronic progressive renal disease, is the most common cause of death in older cats. If detected early, however, it can be successfully...

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...

Cushing's disease, medically termed as hyperadrenocorticism, is a condition in which the adrenal gland produces excessive amounts of glucocorticoids, such as cortisol (see reference 1)....

Kidney disease, also known as chronic renal failure, is an incurable and progressive illness in cats. While there is no treatment that can stop the disease, there are many ways--including the use...

When a cat is diagnosed with kidney disease, veterinary treatment often includes medications, intravenous or subcutaneous fluids and a radical change in diet. Cat owners must discuss the disease...

Feline degenerative joint disease, also known as arthritis, is typified by the erosion of cartilage that covers the end of bones in movable joints. In cats, it can affect the joints in the hind...

Polycystic kidney disease is a condition, most common in Persian breeds, in which cysts form on the kidneys of a cat, causing weight loss, depression, vomiting, excessive urination and thirst....

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...

Lyme disease is one of the top tick-transmitted diseases worldwide. Understanding the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease is important for any cat owners who allow their cats...

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or an enlarged heart, is a disorder in which the left wall in he heart grows and becomes thickened. When your pet has a heart disease, this often is the problem.

Various factors can cause feline skin diseases. Though some are more severe than others, veterinarians are likely to be able to prescribe effective methods of treatment for most cases.

When vestibular disease (sometimes known as "dizzy kitty") suddenly affects a healthy cat, the difference in behavior can be dramatic.

Kidney disease, also known as chronic renal failure, is a common illness in older cats. The disease occurs when the kidneys are no longer able to filter waste products from the body. There is no...

Thyroid disease, most commonly referred to as hyperthyroidism, is common in older cats but can occur in cats of any age. It is the most common disease affecting the thyroid gland in cats.

Even when the best level of care is provided, cats are may still develop certain diseases. No cat is immune to becoming sick. Catching symptoms early is vitally important when treating certain cat...

Pulmonary disease in cats causes fluid to build up in the structures of the lungs. Cats of any age, breed or gender are susceptible. There are several common causes of feline pulmonary edema, all...

Cats are generally graceful creatures, known to land neatly on all four feet after a jump or fall. Cat owners, then, are naturally concerned when their feline companions show signs of a balance...

Knowing when to euthanize a beloved cat can be a devastating problem for pet owners. This difficult decision can be compounded by doubts and guilty feelings if caregivers have unanswered...

Rabies is a viral disease that can infect pets, such as cats. It is important to vaccinate cats for rabies because the disease can be spread to humans and is deadly in cats.

Supportive care for cats with kidney disease is often a time-consuming process that must be performed at the veterinary clinic and at home. Understanding the disease and how the kidneys function...

Kidney disease, also known as chronic renal failure, occurs when the function of the kidneys is impaired. It is a common condition experienced by cats as they age, and is not always fatal if given...

Kidney disease, more commonly referred to as chronic renal failure, is a common condition in cats. In a normally functioning feline, the waste is carried by the blood to the kidneys, where it is...

Kidney disease in cats is a serious condition. Once a feline's kidneys stop working, they no longer function as a filter for toxins in their body.

Kidney disease often affects adult cats; however, the lives of these cats can be improved with homeopathic treatments. Cats who suffer from kidney disease benefit from a course of treatment that...

Ticks are small insects that feed off the blood of living animals. They live in tall grasses and will jump onto an unsuspecting cat without being noticed. They only feed for a few days before...

Symptoms of kidney disease in cats may at first appear to be simple behavioral problems, but renal disease can be a potentially life-threatening disorder. A veterinarian should immediately...

Feline kidney disease, or renal failure, is very common in older cats and is the second highest cause of feline death. Symptoms usually don't show until kidneys have lost 75 percent of their...

Feline heart disease comes silently and most people don't know their cats have it until it is too late. If you are a cat owner, you want to do everything you can to keep your pets healthy and...

Cushing's disease, also known as Cushing's syndrome or hyperadrenocorticsm, happens mostly to cats that are older than 10 years old. According to Dr. Douglas Brum, female cats get Cushing's...

Feline dental problems may not seem like a big deal at first, but they can quickly progress to a serious medical condition if left untreated. There is a wide variety of both feline dental problems...

Cats can experience both acute and chronic lung diseases. These feline lung diseases vary in severity. Acute ailments often manifest quickly and can lead to the death of the cat if not immediately...

Preventative health care in cats is important. Administering a heartworm pill every month to your cat will not only prevent heartworm disease, but can also protect from other worms. Before giving...

If you notice that your cat's breath smells bad or that his teeth have a yellow tinge, this could be a sign that he's suffering from dental problems. According to the American Veterinary Dental...

Soft bone disease occurs in mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds. Soft bone disease is medically known as metabolic bone disease (MBD)---a general term for diseases that relates to problems...

Swelling (edema) in a cat's ankle (carpel) can be caused by one of several different factors. Your veterinarian will perform a clinical exam and diagnostic tests to determine the cause of the...

Cat teeth are prone to diseases that closely resemble human tooth diseases. Although cats do not thoroughly chew their food like people do, they do need their teeth to comfortably eat. Tooth...