Cats

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...

The Maine Coon is a long-haired cat that has been recognized for their mouse-hunting abilities and companionship. The Maine Coon kitten is a highly sought-after kitten due to its looks as well as...

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...

Rabies is a virus that attacks the nervous system of mammals. The virus is found in saliva and is normally transmitted to other people or animals through a bite. Each year there are thousands of...

Many people don't have the slightest idea of how to care for their pets when the animal is left at home alone. Here are some tips from the "voice for the animals".

In my last article I showed you how you can teach your feline to sit. Here is another fun trick for you to teach your cat. I will now tell you the simplest and easiest way to get your feline...

Cats are very mysterious, but that doesn't mean they aren't talkative. Take some time to talk to your cat... with the sixth sense! It's completely built in to the human and cat. No purchasing...

Do you have a cat but do not have space for the litter box? Or hate the way that everyone can see it? This article will show you how to make a great litter box for your cat that no one else will...

I know, hard to believe but my system works, it's happened two times, you would think i would have learned...but the second time it was our daughter Amanda's cat that was missing...but we still...

You deserve to have zero odor in your cat litter box. Cat litter boxes with zero odor are much nicer to live with than ones that have many odors in them. You and your cat will be much happier if...

So, you don't think you can have a cat, because you are allergic to them. Guess what, you really can! I have always had heavy-duty cat allergies, but I love cats, so I had to find a way.

Because of their innately cautious natures, cats often don't show signs of disease until it is well advanced. Unfortunately, this trait can cause treatment and diagnostic problems when a...

With nothing better to use, scratching the couch or a chair is natural for a cat, even one with no claws. Cats scratch to groom their claws, stretch the muscles in their backs and mark their...

Feline liver cancer can be a stressful condition for the cat and the owner. To diagnose the condition, the veterinarian will take a blood sample, a biopsy of the liver, an X-ray and possibly other...

Diabetes mellitus, also known as sugar diabetes, is an ongoing metabolic disorder caused by a lack of or resistance to insulin. Cats suffering from diabetes are unable to metabolize carbohydrates...

Although it is not approved by the FDA, many veterinarians recommend the use of Metamucil to treat bowel disorders for cats and dogs. Metamucil is a laxative that absorbs water in the colon, which...

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...

Cats are prone to many different kinds of medical conditions for many different reasons; though, two of the most common conditions existing are gingivitis and upper respiratory infection. Both...

A roundworm is a parasite and a common health concern for pets, especially cats. It thrives in the digestive system of the animal, feeding off the food the animal consumes. There are two types of...

Bladder infection or urinary tract infection, also known as cystitis, is a common condition in cats. Cystitis affects both male and female cats and is most likely to occur in older pets. Many...

Like humans, animals are prone to certain genetic conditions, and cats are no exception. There are a number of eye conditions that cats are more prone to than others. In addition, certain breeds...

Two popular breeds of long-haired cats are the Persian and the Ragdoll. The Persian is the much older and easier to find of the two breeds, first documented by European travelers in the 1500s....

This is a video showing how to make a cat dizzy.it is really an easy thing to do, the first thing is to find something your cat loves to chase in this video it is a stalk of grass, my cat loves...

Having a new pet can be one of the most rewarding things you do for yourself. Studies show that people that having pets can extend your life and reduce your stress. It may not feel that way the...

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...

A healthy and uninjured orphaned kitten is easy to rear on a bottle, but it will be time consuming so make sure you’re up to the commitment before you take on the responsibility.

Most of us know kitty likes to scratch. She loves to test her claws on our furniture. This drives a lot of people crazy trying to figure out ways to stop them and sometimes cats will use their own...

No two words leave me clutching for my wallet more closely than : Millinery dermatitis. This cat allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the 15 varieties of flea saliva affects the older two of my...

Part of your cat’s grooming is to lick the body clean. The rough tongue cleans the fur. It’s like a miniature brush. As a result, your cat can end up with cat hairballs. These can choke your cat...

Can you imagine what your cat would say if you could understand "cat"? They have so many expressions and expressive actions, that we can understand them. Just watch and I'll teach you...

Two similar conditions in cats can have somewhat related symptoms, but very different origins. They are "feline urinary incontinence" and "feline inappropriate urination." Feline incontinence is...

Sinusitis is the clinical name for the abnormal swelling of the lining of the sinus passages. The sinus passages are bony hollows in the skull that lead directly to the nose and nasal cavities....

Ticks are parasitic insects that live off the blood of your pets and carry diseases that can be dangerous to them, such as Lyme disease. They can jump onto your cat when it visits wooded areas or...

Tapeworms are a common ailment in cats and something they can easily contract. If you are a cat owner, it's important to notice the signs and symptoms of tapeworms as early as possible.

Hookworms are a common intestinal parasite that can cause mild to severe symptoms in animals. In cats, they occur in large populations or in cats with weaker immune systems, such as kittens and...

"Hairless" is not a particular breed of cat, but a category of cat breeds that have the hairless characteristic. Hairlessness is a recessive gene, meaning a cat with hair might produce some...

Tapeworms are intestinal parasites that many pet owners fail to notice. They will appear on your cat, usually as dried segments that appear like bits of rice or pasta around the anus. Tapeworms...

If you are a cat lover or owner, chances are you have been around a cat that is or was pregnant. As with all births, it is a miraculous experience. In addition, as with all pregnancies, finding...

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...

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a condition in cats in which the cells of the stomach and the intestines are constantly irritated and inflamed by cells from the cat's own immune system. These...

With the high cost of prefabricated cat trees, many people build their own. Here's the basic information you need to build one. You will need a 4x4 wood post, some plywood, a couple of 2x4s,...

Kidney failure, medically referred to as renal failure, is a fatal disease that can occur in both cats and dogs. Cats who have renal failure may suffer from many symptoms that can vary on a...

Intestinal parasites are a common problem in cats and kittens. Those little, round bellies of fluffy kittens often harbor worms that have been passed down from their mother. One of the most...

Cats make ideal pets for people unable to devote a large amount of time to dogs. However, cats are more complicated to understand if you have never "been owned" by one before. They are...

Your cat is a great addition to the family. However, kittens and older cats can cause a problem when it comes to cat urine odor. Cat urine odor is very strong. Sometimes you cat will miss the...

While your cat may not develop any cavities, he may develop many other common oral afflictions such as plaque, tarter, gingivitis, periodontal disease and more. It is important to regularly check...

Anaphylactic shock is a life threatening situation that should never be underestimated. Cats exhibiting symptoms of anaphylactic shock should be reported immediately to their veterinarian or...

Dental disease is the most common disease in cats, affecting nearly every cat 5 years and older, according to Dr. Arnold Plotnick of Manhattan Cat Specialists. Gum disease is one of the leading...

As a cat owner, you want to make sure that your cat is happy and healthy. Taking your cat to the veterinarian for an annual checkup will not keep your cat from getting sick. Your cat will let you...

When it comes to getting rid of unpleasant household odors, cat urine is a formidable opponent. Once it's soaked into the carpeting or upholstery, the bacteria keeps on growing, creating that...