Category:Cats

Feline pancreatitis is a serious disease that can be dangerous as well as painful for your cat.  This article discusses symptoms for feline pancreatitis, but other infections could cause similar symptoms. The first thing to understand is how to identify and treat feline pancreatitis. Here are some key facts relating to this disease: What is …
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If your cat vomits once or on rare occasions, it’s usually not a big deal (other than the mess to your carpet or furniture). But if it happens more often, there may be some concerns. Not only is vomiting a symptom of cat health issues, but it can lead to other problems such as dehydration.  …
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Feline parasites are divided into two different types: those that live outside the body including cat fleas, mites, and ticks, and those who live inside the body and include cat worms such as tapeworms, heartworms, and ringworms. No matter which type of parasite you’re dealing with, they can be frustrating, painful for your cat, and …
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Cats’ whiskers are actually very important to them. For example, whiskers can sense danger, and tell a cat that he is too large to fit through a space. Cats depend on their whiskers for much of their sensory information. If your cat’s whiskers are damaged, take a few steps to protect your cat as they …
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In order to treat Feline Fatty Liver Disease, or Feline Hepatic Lipidosis, understanding what this disease is and what causes it can be important. Feline Fatty Liver Disease is generally a disease of the cat’s liver in which there is an accumulation of lipids or fats in the cat’s liver, causing damage to the liver. …
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Did you know that cats can actually get depressed? The reasons for cat depression are as varied as the reason behind human depression. If you notice that your cat seems to have no appetite, is sleeping even more than usual, is not using the litter box, or has other recent changes in habits, your cat …
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Though dogs are known for having more eye problems than cats, when a cat does develop an eye infection, it often causes long-lasting damage. Conjunctivitis, or pink eye, happens when conjunctiva, or the pink mucous membrane at the corner of the eye, becomes inflamed and red. This infection may affect one or both eyes. If …
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Did you know that cats can get acne? This condition is caused by the same factors causing acne in humans, pores clogged by oil. Cat acne is most commonly seen under the chin and around your cat’s lips. You may also see black areas that look like dirt or grease on your cat’s fur, under …
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Just like people, cats can become dehydrated. Cats become dehydrated through vomiting and illnesses, lack of available water, or extreme summer heat. In many cases, dehydration may be caused by an underlying issue, like kidney issues or diabetes. For cats, dehydration requires immediate care, and sometimes even a vet visit. Here’s how to treat a …
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