Cat Health

It's normal for a cat to shed fur. however, if you notice that your cat is shedding an excessive amount of hair consult your veterinarian. It could be a sign of a health-related problem. It is...

Like people, cats can have dry skin or suffer from dandruff. Pet owners can often treat these problems holistically, with vitamin and nutrient therapies. To correct skin issues permanently, a...

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...

If you have a cat, you probably love to pet his soft, glossy fur. If, however, the fur is thinning or falling out, this could be a sign your feline buddy is in distress. Here are some reasons you...

Many cats develop dry skin during winter months, while a few cats suffer from dry skin throughout the year. Besides the irritation dry skin causes your feline, dry skin increases the amount of...

Natural cat flea control usually involves combining several methods. Even the new hormonal treatments only keep fleas from multiplying. Most people don't want to use poison on their cat's fleas,...

Cats are susceptible to fleas. It is much easier to prevent your cat from contracting fleas than it is to kill fleas that have invaded your home. A popular medication that cat owners use to...

This continues my article on successfully monitoring cats health. No one knows your pet as well as you do. When you get the feeling something is not quite right, go with your instincts and keep a...

Accidents happen, even to the most careful pet owner. Cats, especially younger ones, are notorious for getting themselves into situations they should not be in. If you are having home improvements...

Watching a beloved pet in the throes of physical discomfort is distressing. Cat lovers can at least take solace in the fact that many cases of feline constipation are the result of dietary issues...

Cats can be seen as very independent animals that do not need a great deal of regular care. But part of the responsibility of owning a cat is tending to the regular health needs of your cat, and...

Feline hypothyroidism is rare, but can seriously diminish the animal's quality of life if left untreated. The thyroid gland is essential to maintaining metabolic function in the body, and a cat...

Cat owners sometimes observe their pets licking or pulling on their fur until they remove it from their body. Often the removal is large enough to leave a tuft of hair on the floor and a bald spot...

It is very distressing for a cat owner to watch his once beautiful, healthy cat lose its fur. Fortunately, once the cause is diagnosed by your veterinarian and treatment begins, your cat will be...

This article will help you learn how to give your cat/kitten a flea bath step by step!

Anyone with a cat having a hairball problem knows that sound; that awful retching sound cats make before they cough up a hairball. Long-haired cats are especially prone to this problem as they...

Cats get sick just like humans and it's up to the owner to know the symptoms of various cat diseases. In most cases you won't know exactly what is wrong, but you will sense that something is...

If you're a cat owner, at some point you've probably found yourself unpleasantly surprised by a pile of cat vomit on your floor or furniture. Cats vomit for many reasons, most of which are not...

Newborn kittens have dry fur, closed eyes, closed ears and possibly a stub of an umbilical cord on their stomach. Recognize what a healthy newborn kitten looks like with helpful information from a...

Getting rid of fleas on cats can be done by using a monthly prescription product, such as Frontline, Advantage or Revolution, and using a flea comb through the fur on a regular basis. Eliminate...

Treating cat mange without a prescription is best done by using a product called Revolution, which helps to kill the mites quickly. Eliminate mange mites from a cat's fur with help from a...

Losing fur is a normal process for a cat. It naturally sheds as a way of eliminating excess hair much like a human loses hair. During the cat's grooming process, loose hair that has accumulated in...

The condition of a cat's fur speaks directly to the health of the animal. A shiny, dandruff-free coat means the cat has healthy skin and a diet rich in nutrients. Cats can develop dry skin just as...

Cats are smart, loyal and usually low-maintenance companions. However, a very small and common insect, the flea, can wreak havoc on your cat's comfort and health. While exposure to fleas in your...

Cat owners are often dealing with what appears to be digestive disorders in their pets because of frequent vomiting. It is important to learn the signs of true cat digestive problems to be able...

The first step in ridding your cat of those itchy horrible tiny little skin mites is to discover where they came from. Have you taken in a new pet? Check their bedding and anywhere your cat...

If you look at your cat's face and notice that he appears to have a skin issue much like the ones you suffered in high school, you may be right on target. Just like teens get pimples and acne due...

It is not unusual for cats to experience difficulty passing a bowel movement, a condition known as feline constipation. Additional signs of constipation include passing hard, pebble-like stools...

A cat can easily live to 15 years of age, and frequently longer. When humans are just reaching their physical peak, a 20-year old cat is the equivalent of a 90-year-old man. While cats retain a...

Treat a cat for matted fur with daily brushing and combing. Get rid of matted cat fur with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection. To prevent the spread of the infection, the treatments for ringworm in kittens should begin as soon as the condition is diagnosed.

Did you just get a cute little kitten and get a big surprise- fleas? Many products are made for older animals not kittens. Here are tips for getting rid of fleas on kittens (cats less than 6 weeks...

Mange is a an itchy, curable, problem for cats and other pets. Microscopic parasites, known as mites, spread across the animal causing an itchy rash on its skin. Although it is treatable with...

Did you just welcome a stray kitten into your home and discover that it is infested with fleas? Traditional flea powders and other chemicals are too harsh, and even dangerous, to use on kittens...

Cats face death far more calmly than people do, whether it is a sudden death or death from a prolonged illness or old age. The more you know the normal ways your cat eats, sleeps, lies down and...

Making sure your cat is healthy and knowing the signs when they become sick is very important. There best way to do this is to pay close attention to your cats behavior and you when know when they...

As a cat ages, they begin to show symptoms of their many years. Although the physical symptoms may be the most noticeable, changes in mood can also occur. When a cat begins to show symptoms of old...

Cat allergies are generally caused by the cat saliva that builds up on the fur from the cat grooming. Also known as cat dander, cat allergies can sometimes be helped by frequent cleaning of the...

You asked for it! How can you tell if your cat is suffering from dry skin and what can you do about it? Here's some tips:

Maintaining your aging cat's health on a daily basis can keep veterinary bills to a minimum and help ensure a long, happy life for your pet. But when you have more than one (or two) cats, keeping...

Many pet owners think that their dog or cat can handle the cold because of their fur. However, they need your help to stay warm and happy.

Hairballs are inevitable when you live with cats or rabbits. All cats will eventually vomit up hairballs, also known as tricobezoars. Cats groom themselves with their tongues and swallow the...

As a lifelong cat lover, I've had my share of ups and downs with my beloved felines. Whether it was injuries from a fight with another animal or cancer, I've learned some valuable lessons in how...

Does your cat have dandruff? It's different from cat dander! All cats have dander but when your kitty has dandruff it can mean aggravating allergies for you and skin irritation for your animal...

Hairballs occur naturally in most cats. They are a result of a cat's propensity to clean himself with his tongue. Most cat owners are more than a little upset when the beloved pet starts coughing....

Hairballs can be irritating to your cat's digestive tract and an irritation to you when you have to clean up the mess from your flooring. They can even become a serious danger to the cat's health....

In some parts of the country, it seems like no matter what you do, your pets will get fleas. Indoor-only cat, so what? The fleas come in on people and then seek out your pets. So when Fluffy...

If your pet is licking or scratching excessively, it's time to take a close look at the problem. Sometimes dry skin or dandruff is more than it appears to be. If your pet has acquired walking...

Learn how to tell if your pet dog has ticks in this free online instructional video series on flea & tick prevention.

Learn how to help your cat get rid of furballs, in this free video featuring Veterinarian Greg McDonald.