Cats

Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is common in cats and has many causes. FLUTD is actually a complex of diseases and includes urolithiasis, bladder infections, stress-related elimination...

Seizures in cats are symptoms of a neurological disorder that is caused by some other medical condition. The sudden intense firing of nerves in your cat's brain results in a seizure, which can...

If your cat has been diagnosed with a urinary tract disease called feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD), you may have been told that you need to put your cat on a special diet. FLUTD is not...

Your cat can pick up a tick even if he's outdoors only a short while, and even if he doesn't leave your yard. A tick attaches itself to the cat's skin, just as it would do to a dog or human....

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.

The feline herpes virus is one of the main culprits of ocular and respiratory infections in cats. A herpes infection is, by its very definition, a chronic condition. Once cats are infected with...

By the time your cat is three years of age, there's a 70 percent likelihood that he has signs of oral disease, according to the American Veterinary Dental Society. Preventing dental problems such...

Low potassium in cats is relatively easy to treat, but can be an indication of a more serious health problem. According to Petplace.com, some cats with low potassium may have problems with the...

Feline mange typically comes in two forms: demodectic and notoedric. The type of mange that occurs depends on which mite causes the problem. Most medications that are indicated for the treatment...

Just as humans experience stress and anxiety in their lives, so do cats. If you arm yourself with good information on how to recognize stress in our feline friends and how to alleviate it, you...

Bruxism is the medical word for the grinding and gnashing of teeth not associated with eating. A cat is suffering from bruxism when it continually and forcefully grinds its teeth. This condition...

Feline dementia or "kitty Alzheimer's," is properly known as feline cognitive dysfunction or feline cognitive disorder. According to veterinarian Dr. Nicholas Dodman, feline cognitive dysfunction...

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...

Renal cancer is another term for cancer of the kidneys or renal neoplasia. Cats affected by renal cancer are typically middle-aged or older. Fortunately, cancer affecting the kidney is relatively...

Feline eye infections can be painful, inconvenient and cause serious health problems if left untreated. There are two types of eye infections: bacterial and viral. It is difficult to distinguish...

Feline meningioma is a type of brain tumor that afflicts cats. Feline meningioma is a cancer of the membranes that line both the cat's skull as well as spinal column. Understanding the mechanisms...

Thrombocytopenia is the term for low platelet counts in felines. It is a condition in which the blood platelet levels, normally at 600,000 per microliter of blood, are below 40,000 platelets per...

Cats, like humans, can become depressed. As pet owners, we are responsible for helping our pets feel safe, happy and loved. If you suspect your cat is depressed, it's important to look for...

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...

Vinca Vines are a popular form of vine commonly used for ground cover due to their rapid growth cycle and relative hardiness. Cat owners should know, however, that vinca vines are poisonous to our...

In mammals, sound enters the hearing structure through the outer ear structure and vibrates off the middle ear structure. The inner ear, a system of bones, fluid and canals, translates those...

Travel for felines can be terrifying. For the cat that experiences agitation and anxiety while traveling, it can be heart wrenching for the owner. The cat is stricken with terror and...

Chlamydia in cats is also referred to as feline pneumonitis. It largely affects the eye and parts of the upper respiratory tract in felines.

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...

Feline cystitis, more commonly known as feline urologic syndrome or feline lower urinary tract disease, is an irritation to the bladder that produces tiny crystals and bloody urine. The causes in...

Just as the liver is important to your overall health, it's important to tend to the liver health of your furry feline friend. The breakdown of fats and toxins is important, and it is up to you as...

Also known as uroliths or calculi, bladder stones are collections of minerals that have gathered and hardened in the bladder. The minerals may be calcium, phosphorus or magnesium. In cats, bladder...

Feline diabetes is a result of the feline pancreas no longer producing insulin, not properly responding to insulin, or both. Insulin is a hormone produced in the pancreas that is responsible for...

Eye discharge is a common ailment in cats, and can be the result of a number of conditions, ranging from a mild topical irritant that is overstimulating tear production in the eye, to serious eye...

Feline joint pain is difficult for cats and their human companions alike. Some common causes of feline joint pain are bone problems, bacterial or septic infections, autoimmune disorders and...

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.

When we get a new kitty, they are the light of our lives. We all know that cats do have their own classified type of personality; some are more personable and social than others, they are all...

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...

Anxiety can quickly impact your cat's health. Under stress, a seemingly sweet and gentle cat may exhibit negative behavior such as aggression and urinating to mark territory. Sometimes stress...

Feline diabetes affects 1 in 400 cats, according to Feline Diabetes.com. The good news is, it is considered a treatable disorder. With insulin injections, exercise and a proper diet, a diabetic...

Your cat's health is important to you, and sometimes you need to get dirty to support your feline. Taking a stool sample is sometimes part of your cat-loving duties.

Kidneys are the filtering system of your cat's body. The kidneys contain tiny filters called nephrons. Blood flows through the kidneys and is filtered in the nephrons. Nutrients the body needs...

The bladder is part of the urinary tract, which also includes the kidneys, urethra and the ureters. In cats, a bladder infection may also be called feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD). This...

Feline vestibular disease affects balance and eye-focusing ability in cats. Bilateral feline vestibular disease refers to the presence of vestibular disease in both sides of the vestibular system...

Feline asthma is the result of inflammation of the tissues in the lungs, which constricts airflow and impedes a cat's ability to breathe. Asthma attacks can be caused by a variety of stimuli.

Like humans, cats can suffer from various genetic diseases, many of which are surprisingly common. Genetic diseases can affect any organ or tissue in the feline body, including the eyes, the heart...

In cats, the nervous system includes the spinal cord, the brain stem and the brain. Congenital defects (defects which are present at birth) can affect any portion of the nervous system and cause...

Any cat who has concentration levels of 40,000 platelets or less per microliter of blood is suffering from abnormally low levels of blood platelets. This condition is known as feline...

Cat guardians may call it a urinary tract infection. But the array of symptoms that affect your cat's urinary tract and bladder fall under the purview of what feline health researchers and...

Medically known as urotliths, feline bladder stones are a collective group of minerals that have hardened together. In cats, it can be a single large stone or several smaller stones the size of...

Feline herpes is significantly different than the herpes virus that affects humans. In cats, herpes is caused by a virus known as the feline rhinotracheitis virus. Cats that have contracted feline...

Older cats are susceptible to feline dementia. This disease affects the cat's behavior in many ways that may be likened to Alzheimer's disease in humans. With proper accommodations and treatment,...

Feline herpesvirus can be a scary diagnosis for a cat owner. It's actually a very common eye infection that can be treated and controlled. Cats with eye herpes can lead normal and healthy lives.

Cats are adept at hiding any sign of pain, a natural defense mechanism that has served them well throughout the ages. Recognizing the hard-to-spot signs of feline pain can help prevent the death...

Also referred to as cancer, carcinoma occurs when abnormal or damaged cells grow out of control---causing tumors and damage to the surrounding tissues in the body. In both cats and dogs, cancer...