Cat Health

It happens alot more often than you think, you're walking outside and you stumble over a poor kitten on his/her own, or someone has left a box of the little critters somewhere. What do you do with...

Weight loss in a kitten or failure to gain weight can be very frightening. Most of us know that weight gain is a sign of a healthy cat, so it can be rather disconcerting when your kitten is...

Cat owners can kill fleas using common household soaps in either hot or cold water, but preferably somewhere in between for the cat or kitten's sake. Washing flea-ridden cats and kittens in...

When a cat gives birth, it is recommended that you don't get involved unless absolutely necessary. Sometimes, though, a litter of kittens will come out of the birth canal in such quick succession...

Feline ear mites are microscopic parasitic insects that can infest the ears of kittens. They are not necessarily harmful to the health of the animal, but may cause your kitten a great deal of...

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...

When your cat becomes infested with fleas, it can be a very stressful time. Fleas will quickly become a nuisance and even a health risk to your cat, because they can cause him to become anemic,...

Ointment not specifically designed for use in the eyes should never be used in the eyes of any pets, according to Aleda M Cheng, D.V.M., C.V.A. If your cat or kitten has an eye infection, a...

Although there are variations between breeds, a healthy cat typically weighs between 8 and 10 pounds. According to Craig Bond, DVM, even a healthy cat's weight can fluctuate by as much as a pound...

After you see your kitten in the middle of a seizure, you turn to the vet for help, You have to stop the first seizure before you can figure out why your kitten has had a seizure. This process...

If you peek into your cute little kitten's ears and discover a large amount of dark, thick discharge, chances are your furry feline has ear mites. While the treatment for these pests is fairly...

A kitten's eye infection may be caused by allergies, infection, physical damage to their eye or feline respiratory disease. Conjunctivitis is the most common cause of infection. Eye infection is...

A urinary tract infection (UTI) can be a very uncomfortable thing for a kitten. The kitten may feel the need to urinate frequently, may find himself in trouble for urinating outside of his litter...

Weight loss in young cats may be nothing, or it could be the result of a bacterial or viral infection, or something as serious as cancer. "If an animal is losing weight, you need a trip to the...

Sinus infections in kittens are relatively common, but can be a real problem for both you and your kitten. Learn about the symptoms of sinus infections and try treating the sinus infection at...

Young kittens may at times suffer from a food intolerance. Watch for signs and symptoms and contact your veterinarian to determine the proper treatment. To combat the associated symptoms, the...

Almost everyone loves little cute kittens! However, many people especially new cat owners do not know what shots a kitten needs, or when they need them. Here are a few steps to help guide you...

If your kitten has a cough, most likely you're dealing with an upper respiratory infection. Even if other symptoms--sneezing, runny nose and runny eyes--aren't visible yet, they will be soon. The...

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

Ringworm affects many cats and kittens, especially those adopted from a shelter environment. The infection is actually caused not by a worm but by one of several species of fungus. It typically...

Fleas drain and poison kitten’s blood, rendering the kitten anemic. The fleas must come off. Flea bites cause the kitten discomfort, illness and death. Fleas will bite humans as well, making the...

In this article if you have a very younge kitten that just stoped moving completly yet is still breathing. This is usually a can't miss way to have them running around with in 12 hours.

Cheap, Quick, Easy & Safe way to kill fleas on your puppy or kitten. You can also do this to kill fleas on a dog or cat.

Cats can be very different from dogs. You have to work for their affection. A male cat is different from a female cat. Male cats like to play rough mostly and female cats are laidback. The key...

Cats are naturally curious and independent creatures. Cats are known for having a mind of their own, and will decide when they want to eat, where they want to sleep, and if they want to...

When a cat is a kitten, it needs a shot for distemper and rabies. Give shots to a cat with tips from a cat behaviorist in this free video on cat care.

The longest possible time it can take for a long-haired kitten to be cured of ringworm is four years. But that's highly unusual. According to Cat Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook, most cases are...

Usually gum disease, also known as gingivitis, occurs in older cats. But just because you own a kitten does not mean that she cannot get gingivitis. The condition is known as juvenile-onset...

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...

If you know how to perform CPR on a human, it doesn't mean you know how to perform CPR on a kitten. Kittens have different heart rates and require a different number of compressions, among other...

Giving a kitten medicine is easier than you think. So your kitten needs medicine and you are not quite sure how to give a kitten medicine. Giving a kitten liquid medicine is easier than one might...

Training your new kitten to "go" in the litterbox is a very easy task.

If your beloved FIV cat passes, you may not feel like adopting a new cat right away. However, after some time, you may, once again, realize that you’d like to have a cat to keep you company. You...

Fleas can be a real problem for kittens. Not only do they bother the kitten and cause constant scratching, but they can get in your house and bite family members. Advantage Flea Treatment is a...

Feline cardiac arrest can occur as a result of a fall from a high place, being hit by a car, drowning, hypothermia, heatstroke or electrical shock. When a kitten's heart stops beating, it can be...

Your playful and independent little kitten depends upon you to spot potential health concerns before they become an issue. It's never too soon to check your cat for common feline disorders and if...

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

It is now reasonable to expect a cat to live to the ripe old age of 20 if he or she is well cared for. Although cats are remarkably adapted for survival, you can increase the chance of your pet...

Siamese cats are extremely loyal, intelligent, and gentle cats despite their negative reputation in the movie Lady and the Tramp. There are many things you can do you insure that your Siamese cat...

Internal parasites such as roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, and whipworms are very common among cats and kittens. Many kittens are actually born with some form of intestinal worms that have been...

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...

About the time your precious kitten turns 6 months old, something horrible happens to her. She becomes a cat! As your cat approaches her first heat, there will be a few minor warning signs. She...

Although constipation is most commonly a problem that plagues older cats, it can be found in younger cats and kittens as well. The easiest way to diagnose your kitten with constipation is to make...

Learn how to hold a kitten in the proper places, such as under the ribs, in this free video.

Learn tips and advice on how to take care of your sick kitten, including information on diarrhea in kittens and other illnesses in this free video clip.

Learn tips and advice on how to take care of your kitten, including information on caring for a vomiting kitten in this free video clip.

Learn tips and advice on how to take care of your kitten, including information on caring for a kitten vomiting from the nose in this free video clip.

Learn tips and advice on how to take care of your kitten, including information on nursing a newborn baby cat in this free video clip.

Learn tips and advice on how to take care of your kitten, including information on nursing a newborn baby cat in this free video clip.

Learn tips and advice on how to take care of your kitten, including information on your kitten's teeth and getting them to eat in this free video clip.