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Cat Health, Cats: Feline Leukemia Virus

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) The Feline leukemia virus is a retrovirus that can infect cats and causes many other diseases and complications. Other than leukemia, this virus can cause other types of Cat Cancer and countless other diseases that can harm your cat. Since it is a retrovirus, it is specific to the feline species. […]

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Cat Health, Cats: Cat Ear Hematomas

Cat Ear Hematomas Most veterinarians can honestly say that ear hematomas in animals is one of the most common ear problems that they have to treat. Cat ear hematomas need to be taken care of immediately and correctly, or else the conditions of the ear could take a turn for the worst. These hematomas can […]

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Cat Health, Cats: Cat Distemper

Cat Distemper (Feline Panleukopenia) Feline Panleukopenia, often referred to as feline Panleuk, is a highly contagious virus of the parvovirus group which mainly targets kittens. It is most prevalent but not limited to areas with high populations of unvaccinated cats. It can survive at room temperature for years and withstand low temperatures too. Because of […]

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Cat Health, Cats: Cat Heartworms

Cat Heartworms Picture of a heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) microfilaria. Heartworms can arise in virtually any breed or age of cat and they can be as much a danger to indoor cats as to outdoor living cats. The outcome of heartworms can be different though from cat to cat and if they are lucky the worms […]

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Cat Health, Cats: Cat Addisons Disease

Cat Addison’s Disease (Feline Hypoadrenocorticism) Addison’s disease or hypoadrenocorticism is a disorder of the endocrine system due to insufficient production of the adrenal gland hormones. Addison’s disease affects young cats, although it is a relevantly rare disease. The condition is very treatable but can be fatal without proper veterinary care. Causes The most common cause […]

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Cat Health, Cats: Cat Hyperthyroidism

Cat Hyperthyroidism (Feline Hyperthyroidism) Signs and Symptoms Feline hyperthyroidism is an endocrine disorder that involves the production of too much thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland. This condition tends to affect middle-aged and older cats, and both males and females are equally at risk of developing this disorder. Hyperthyroidism affects every organ and cell in […]

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Cat Health, Cats: Cat Obesity

Cat Obesity Obesity is a common condition among cats. Almost 40 percent of the felines in the United States alone are considered to be obese. Throughout the world, cats that are obese outnumber the cats that possess a normal weight. It is important that a weight loss plan be set up for these cats in […]

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Cat Health, Cats: More Cat Health

Cat Aggression Cat Allergies Cat Anorexia Cat Arthritis Cat Bad Breath Cat Bartonella and Cat Scratch Disease Cat Broken Tails Cat Bug Bites Cat Cancer Cat Coughs Cat Cushing’s Disease Cat Diabetes Cat Diarrhea Cat Ear Infections Cat Ear Mites Cat Fleas Cat Heart Disease Cat Hepatic Lipidosis Cat Herpes Viral Conjunctivitis Cat Hyperthyroidism Cat […]

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Cat Health, Cats: Cat Plasma Cell Stomatitus

Overview Plasma cell stomatitus is an oral disease that is very painful for a cat, and will influence its ability to eat normally. It is usually seen in older cats, and is thought to be resulted from a malfunctioning immune system that reacts against plaque or the tooth itself; however, the exact cause of this […]

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Cat Health, Cats: Cat Stress & Anxiety

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