Cats

When heating an outdoor cat enclosure, appropriate temperature and safety are of equal concern. Despite their fur, cats require temperatures above 35 degrees F just to avoid hypothermia and need...

How do your Pets feel after you leave for work? Are they Sad? Do they just lay around and cry? Well, this article explains how to keep your Pets happy while you're at work. Afterall, they are part...

If your frisky feline is scratching up your fine furniture, you may be tempted to declaw her before she takes a swipe your new love seat. However, declawing your kitty is considered demoralizing,...

Diarrhea is a common symptom in kittens and generally resolves quickly without veterinary treatment. Persistent diarrhea may indicate one of several health concerns and requires a veterinary...

There are several different kinds of ear mites, and they affect both cats and dogs. Fortunately, the treatment is the same regardless of the species of the mites. If you suspect your cat has ear...

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....

Especially after the pet food recalls of 2007, consumers are seeking increasingly to provide food to their pets that is more natural. Some seek commercial organic foods or commercial foods with...

Cats are prone to many of the same diseases that affect us; including allergies. Approximately 15 percent of our cat population suffers from allergies .and most cats with allergies suffer from...

According to Dr. Debra Primovic of PetPlace.com, ear mites are a common problem that affects almost 90 percent of all cats. Most common in kitten and outdoor cats, this parasite is highly...

A complete blood count (CBC) is one of the most commonly used blood tests in veterinary medicine. This test is designed to evaluate the red and white blood cells. Depending on the results of these...

If you've noticed your cat is thirsty all the time, has lost weight or has stopped grooming itself, it might be a problem common to more than half of all cats--diabetes. Most cats will develop...

The temporomandibular joint allows the jaw to open and close. Feline TMJ is a rare condition that occurs when a cat has difficulty opening or closing that joint. It is usually caused when the...

Although diltiazem (common brand names Cardizem and Dilacor XR) is a human drug, it's a popular choice with veterinary cardiologists treating cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and other heart...

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...

The heart is a muscle that is responsible for circulating blood through the body. The heart consists of four chambers: the left and right ventricle and the left and right atrium. The heart pumps...

Nicotine is a mild anthelmintic, meaning it rids the body of parasites by stunning them or killing them. It has been used as a natural remedy to help kill worms in cats and other pets, especially...

One of the more undesirable aspects of pet ownership is the tendency for your furry companions to become infected with a parasite. Worms are a common variety of unwelcomed guest, with roundworms...

Using castor oil to treat mange in cats is a common home remedy for the disorder but because of the nature of mange, you should consider using more conventional methods to treat your cat. There...

Advances in veterinary medicine and specialized pet foods have added years to the lives of family cats, with many living well into their teens and twenties. As your cat ages, you may notice some...

Just as with humans, cats can suffer from hypertension, the medical term for high blood pressure. But unlike humans, cats don't get high blood pressure from smoking or from stressful time spent...

Unless you are actively trying to breed your female cat, it can be extremely difficult to know when she is pregnant. Cats can become pregnant any time after their first heat, which occurs between...

Choosing to declaw a pet cat is a controversial decision, likened by opponents with ear and tail docking in dogs; the procedure is not medically necessary. For a cat who cannot be trained out of...

Diarrhea is a common ailment in cats. The passage of watery stools is usually the sign of some other underlying problem. If the cause is acute, the diarrhea will last only a few days, but it can...

Lice are visible parasites with no wings, six legs and a compressed appearance. The egg casings are tiny white spots that are called nits. They are particular about where they like to infiltrate...

Ear mites are an eight-legged parasite commonly found in the ears of cats and dogs. There are several species of ear mites, but the most prevalent is Otodectes cynotis. Ear mites are so small they...

Every animal lover dreams of starting a shelter. But making that dream come true requires much more than a love of pets. You also need business savvy and accounting and marketing skills. Being an...

You may notice roundworm infestations more quickly than other parasites in your cat. When these worms are passed, whether in your cat's stool or in her vomit, they are usually large enough to...

Hyperthyroidism is a common problem in cats over the age of eight. This condition occurs when the thyroid gland begins to produce too much thyroxin, causing the cells to work too fast. Most cats...

There are three types of common intestinal worms that can infect a cat: roundworms, hookworms and tapeworms. All worms will reproduce within the body, which can eventually cause death for...

If you are a cat owner, the chances are at least once in your cat's lifetime it will have a urinary tract infection (UTI). Some cats are prone to UTIs and will get them frequently while others may...

Tapeworm infestation is a very common problem for cats, especially those that go outside and/or have fleas. This is because cats usually get tapeworms from accidentally eating infected fleas,...

Just like humans, animals can get dandruff. Cats seem to be particularly susceptible to this skin condition. Thankfully, cat dandruff is easily avoidable and treatable. Making sure that your cats...

Skin irritation in cats occurs frequently. Though there are many possible causes, an allergy is almost always to blame. It is important to monitor your cat's health and treat symptoms as soon as...

Most pet cats suffer from some sort of digestive problem at one point in their lives. A digestive problem is categorized as a problem with swallowing, with keeping food down, with intestinal gas,...

Felines are known to urinate frequently and when a cat's urinary habits change, it may be a cause of concern for the owner. Owners should consider this first as an indication of a physical...

Since the majority of cat breeds are known and loved for a full, soft coat of beautiful fur, hair loss in cats is a sure sign of a problem. These problems can be physical or psychological. If your...

Cat owners want to be sure their pets are drinking enough water, especially on hot days. Anything that moves around will gain a cat's interest. As a result, many cat owners will buy a water...

Shedding is very common among most breeds of cats (exceptions are the hairless breeds, such as the Sphinx and the Peterbald). According to Cat Health, breeds that still shed, but less so than...

Managing your cat's pain is essential for a happy, healthy pet. A pain-free cat will live a long and healthy life and, according to a study at the University of Minnesota, people with pets live...

Cats can live long, healthy lives if fed high-quality cat food. Quality food helps maintain health and can also lead to lower veterinary bills. Although most domestic cats primarily eat dry food,...

Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a recurring but treatable condition affecting cats. A veterinarian can help cat owners diagnose and treat them.

Cats are a bright, inquisitive, affectionate and loving additions to any person's life. Keeping your cat indoors can extend its life expectancy tremendously over their brethren that roam the...

A pregnant cat, known as a queen, can show both personality changes and physical changes. These changes will become increasingly evident at approximately three weeks following breeding. The...

A cat doesn't normally require much work to clean up after. If your cat begins spraying, though, you may feel blindsided by a problem you never expected. Your cat isn't trying to torture you--he...

The benefits of spaying your cat far outweigh any potential complications that may be involved in the de-sexing procedure. Spayed cats are less likely to have unwanted litters of kittens; develop...

A cat straining at the litter box is usually not serious if it happens once. However, if it continues to happen over the course of the day, and the stool is very dry, the cat may be constipated....

Making your own cat climbing furniture can save you hundreds of dollars over commercially available products--which usually are built to nearly the same specifications as something you can make at...

Cats with pancreatitis suffer from the result of early activation of particular digestive enzymes and the resulting damage these prematurely activated enzymes cause to the pancreas itself. If...

Cats are prone to many kinds of allergies including respiratory, also called inhalant, allergies. Although it is rarely easy to determine exactly what the cat is allergic to, there are medicines...

If you have an outdoor cat, chances are your cat will bring home a tick or two. Ticks can cause just as much damage to a feline as they can to a human. It is important to remove the tick properly...