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...

Fleas are small, wingless creatures that cause animals, such as cats, to scratch and bite themselves when bitten. If a cat is allergic to fleas, just one bite can cause make the kitty extremely...

Overall, most cats are usually friendly, easy-going and love to be held. However, anyone who has tried to administer medication to a feline may beg to differ. They can squirm, use their claws and...

Sometimes cats as they age just get really skinny. Too bad we could not be like that. If your cat is losing weight and you would like to see him or her put on a few pounds, you can help them...

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...

Cats are masters at hiding illness. Quite often, by the time there are clear, obvious signs of sickness, the prognosis is fatal. Even if you have a fast paced life, it is important to watch for...

Having a kitty can be beneficial to your family as most pets provide friendly company to their owners. A kitty is cute and furry but there are downfalls of owning a pet. Changing the kitty...

Your well-trained cat just urinated outside of her litter box again. In exasperation, you wonder if this is a behavioral issue. More than likely, it is a medical issue that needs resolving. Feline...

After your male cat has been neutered, there will be a time of recovery. During this time, you'll need to take some special steps to make sure your cat doesn't tear out his stitches, but he should...

Cats usually show that they aren't feeling well or are unhappy with something by urinating outside the litter box. This is not simply a matter of kitty "being bad," and should not be...

Male cats are very susceptible to UTIs or urinary tract infections, especially if they are indoor cats . It can be expensive to take them to the vet when there is a home remedy that works just as...

Are you thinking of changing your cat's name to Sniffles? I know I am. Kitty cold, or kitty flu as it's sometimes called, is actually feline herpes (Rhinotracheitis). According to veterinarian Dr....

Cats, especially anemic ones suffering from kidney failure, can require B12 injections to boost their vitamin levels. Cats are also well armed with fangs and claws. The best way to give them a...

Litter boxes. Messy, stinky, gross. But taking a few extra steps to maintain a clean litter box will help your home to smell clean, make you work less, and keep your cat happy.

1. Okay, so you’re cat’s claws are long, sharp and keen enough to cut skin as she’s doing acrobatics over you while you sit on your couch. You’d like to get them trimmed (because de-clawing is...

Do you struggle to get Kitty's flea medicine on her rather than all over yourself. After just a few simple steps you will gain the upper hand, and Kitty will be flea free!

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...

Is your kitty-cat spraying and causing a nasty odor in your home? Male cats are known to spray for territorial reasons, however, male and females will spray for a variety of other reasons, mostly...

Are you tired of wearing a gas mask everytime your cat takes a dump? Just follow these easy steps and Kitty will soon be smelling like a rose!

Do you dread giving Kitty her hairball medication? Well, dread no more! By catching her off guard Kitty won't know what hit her.

We love our cats and in turn our cats are more than happy to show their love with a friendly nuzzle, soft purr or if you are lucky a great snuggle. But all too often our cats are being loved to...

What do you do when Jinx keeps vomiting? Usually, there's nothing to worry about, but it can be disconcerting to put your bare foot on the floor and feel the regurgitated remains of Fluffy's...

Trapping a feral cat may seem intimidating but if I can do it you can. For example one feral cat I named my disgruntled neighbor, felt it was his job to romance every female cat in the...

Has your cat ever soiled outside his or her litter box? With some patience and observation, you can help figure out the cause of this problem and help eliminate it.

There are approximately half as many cats and dogs living in the United States as people, and almost everyone will at some point have a pet. Food, cleaning supplies, kitty litter, and hundreds of...

Cerebellar Hypoplasia is a disorder affecting cats and dogs wherein the cerebellum does not fully mature, causing clumsiness, slower learning, and poor coordination. As such, animals with this...

Having worms is a common occurance for cats. They can pick 'em up in alot of places, from being boarded, other pets, or just from being outside. If not treated, worms can kill your beloved pet! ...

Hairballs are natural occurrences for cats – they lick themselves to stay clean, but accumulate hair in their digestive systems due to their rough tongues. Eventually the hair ‘balls” up in the...

Everything has been going good with your cat and his litter box. Then all of a sudden he starts urinating outside of it. Relax, take a deep breath and read this ehow to determine why he's doing...

A sweet cat laying in a patch of sunshine really makes a house a home. If that cat reaches out and claws your leg as you walk by, the sunshine dims a bit. Although each individual animal has its...

If your kitty is sneezing on a regular basis, it can be frustrating for both you and your vet. Your cat may also be fatigued from the constant contraction of the muscles that control sneezing....

A bad kitty can drive you crazy. Scratching up furniture, drinking out of water glasses, clawing up curtains, jumping and pooing wherever they want...it can all be a day's work for a bad kitty....

More cats are euthanized due to a misdiagnosis of Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) than due to a correct diagnosis. If your cat is diagnosed with FIP, it is your responsibility to find out if...

Indoor cats do not have the same opportunities for fun as outdoor cats. They can not climb trees, run for miles, chase birds and stalk squirrels. Just because they don't have access to this...

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...

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

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...

You notice something is different. Your kitty who is normally following you from room to room, knocking down items on the table and swinging from the curtains is still. He/she has been lying in...

Are you scared to medicate your kitty or doggy? It can be a scary thing to do if you do not know how to do it. I am a licensed Veterinary Assistant and can help you along the way.

If you've ever tried to pill a cat or squirt some sticky, inevitably neon colored liquid down sweet kitty's throat, you know if can be a challenge! Use these tips to make it easier for both you...

If someone in your household has a cat allergy, you can't stand cat fur all over your house or you'd simply rather have an outdoor cat, keeping your cat outside is a good solution. Unfortunately,...

When your beloved kitty cat is diagnosed with the condition of Feline Vestibular Disease, it can be heart breaking to watch your little one suffer. Feline Vestibular Disease is a neurological...

Do you have a big kitty? Big kitties have big needs in the litterbox area. Instead of getting frustrated by dirty, smelly litterboxes, make your own cheaper, and better than most commercially...

Is your kitty lazy and bored? Does your kitty not play with his toys? Here are a few helpful tips on how to make your kitty happy.

As a pet foster caregiver for a non-profit animal rescue organization, I have come across this problem multiple times. The first thing you need to figure out is WHY before we work on the HOW. ...

Cat whiskers are fascinating sensors, carrying information to the nerve endings in a feline's cheeks, eyebrows and under their chin. Cats depend upon their whiskers to sense danger and react...

Cats are amazingly smart animals, they are also one of the easiest to potty train, heres how....

Loving a deaf cat might sound challenging, but you will soon quickly learn that animals are highly adaptive, particularly when they don't know they may be different.

The best choice is to spay your cat, but if medical conditions prevent the procedure, you'll have to learn to live with it. Unspayed cats can be a handful even when they are not in heat. There are...

Cats can be very stubborn when it's time to take a pill. Take these steps to avoid kitty's claws.