Cat Upper Respiratory Infection One of the most frustrating challenges for shelter staff is upper respiratory infection (URI) in cats. Treatments are limited, vaccines don’t always work and there are cats that are chronically ill with URI. Some contributory factors are the overcrowding that occurs in many shelters; this along with poor sanitation, overcrowding, poor […]
[[#relatedproducts| Cat Bug Bites (Feline Bug Bites) Signs and Symptoms Whether we are indoors or outdoors, we always share our environment with a variety of insects, from fleas and flies to spiders and bees, and even Cat Chiggers. This is also true for our feline companions. Just like us humans, cats can be troubled by […]
Cat Cough (Feline Coughs) Signs and Symptoms While coughing may not be as common amongst cats as it is with some other animals, felines do exhibit this behavior. There are a multitude of different reasons why a cat may cough, and cat cough medicine will often be helpful with respect to treating this symptom. A […]
Cat Diabetes (Feline Diabetes) Signs and Symptoms Diabetes mellitus or “sugar diabetes” is a complex endocrine disorder that affects the body’s ability to metabolize sugar. This either occurs because the pancreas does not produce sufficient amounts of the hormone insulin (type 1 diabetes) or because the cells do not respond properly to the presence of […]
Cat Diarrhea (Feline Diarrhea) Signs and Symptoms Diarrhea is a problem that commonly affects cats of all breeds and ages, and involves an increase in the volume, frequency, and/or the watery consistency of bowel movements. Many different factors can trigger cat diarrhea, and this condition can have a sudden onset and short duration (acute diarrhea) […]
Cat Ear Mites (Feline Ear Mites) Signs and Symptoms Ear mites are tiny, spider-like insects that infest feline ears, cause bacteria and yeast infections, and are often the source of much irritation and discomfort. If left untreated, these pesky creatures can cause serious damage, rupturing the cat’s eardrum, causing deafness, and spreading infections to the […]
Cat Fleas (Feline Flea infestations) Signs and Symptoms Cat fleas, or Ctenocephalides felis, are tiny, wingless insects. While their size might make them appear harmless, cat fleas can actually wreak havoc for your cat and household. These pesky external parasites can cause mild to severe itching and can be an all-around nuisance. However, for your […]
Cat Heart Disease (Feline Heart Disease) Signs and Symptoms Cat heart disease can affect felines of any age and is a condition that can potentially have deadly results. Often, a cat will develop heart disease over an extended period of time, but signs and symptoms of the disease may not become apparent until the condition […]
Signs and Symptoms Cat hypothyroidism is quite a rare disease, especially compared to cat hyperthyroidism, but it does still occur. This endocrine disorder stems from improper function of the thyroid gland, which is responsible for producing hormones that play a significant role in a number of physiological pathways. While hypothyroidism is not a life-threatening disorder, […]
Cat Paw Injury (Feline Paw Injuries) Signs and Symptoms A cat paw injury can occur relatively easily and as a result of a variety of different factors and activities. Cats that spend time outdoors are particularly susceptible to developing paw injuries, as they are exposed to rough and uneven ground surfaces, insects and other animals, […]
