Just like in humans or dogs, senior cats need special care too. Here’s what you need to know about caring for senior cats. What makes a cat a senior cat? Cats ages 7 and older are considered seniors. As cats grow older, their body changes as well. In fact, a study found that about 90%…
Just like in humans, seizures in cats are the multiple misfiring of nerves in the brain. Seizures in cats can be mild or severe and can last for only a few seconds to several minutes. Contrary to what some people think, seizure is not a disease. It is a symptom some individual shows when something…
As a pet parent, if you are aware of the benefits of spaying and neutering cats, you may not be willing to ignore it. The procedure plays a role in reducing cancer risk and the threat of uterine disease in cats as well as behavioral and hygiene issues. Obviously you have heard a lot about…
Diabetes in cats may cause serious health problems, including blindness. Avoid delaying medical management of feline diabetes symptoms as soon as you notice them. Understand the onset of diabetes milletus in cats and its gradual spread. Just like humans, cats may also suffer from diabetes mellitus. There is a high incidence of diabetes in cats,…
There is a lot of fuss about medical marijuana for pets these days? With an influx of cannabis products on the market, pet parents often wonder whether medical marijuana for cats is safe. Well, it is important to understand what is so great about cannabis that it has become the talk of the town. You…
Diarrhea in cats is characterized by a change in the volume and frequency of feces. It is one of the most common cat diseases. A kitty experiences frequent loose or liquid bowel movements, which could be a single bout or last for weeks or months. The reason may be a change in the diet or…
Respiratory tract infection in cats – also called cat flu or feline viral respiratory disease complex – affects their upper airway. Respiratory infections aren’t too uncommon in cats. The nose, mouth, throat, nose, and sinus, which are a part of the upper respiratory tract, are prone to bacterial and viral pathogens. Secretions from eyes or…
Basking in the sun for too long can be dangerous for humans and too much exposure risks causing melanoma. Sunbathing for cats is no less risky either, and over exposure to ultra violet rays may cause feline skin cancer. White cats are more prone to the harmful rays of the sun and tend to reach…
Like humans, cats, too, suffer from thyroid disorders. The excessive production and concentration of thyroxine or T4 hormone in the bloodstream causes hyperthyroidism in cats. One of the most common glandular disorders in cats, hyperthyroidism can occur in any breed and affect both male and female felines. The disorder is rarely seen in cats younger…
Cat dental care is an important part of your kitty’s health care regimen. Just like humans, cats can suffer from a range of dental health problems, from gum disease to plaque buildup, from bad breath to discolored teeth, from tartar deposits to gingivitis. Plaque can deposit on cat teeth, which may harden to form tartar….
You adore your playful feline baby. Perhaps you want to see her happy and healthy. Of course, it is your responsibility to look after her fitness. The best way to keep your cat fit is to spend some quality time playing with her. So, she remains active, enjoys your company, and stays healthy and fit,…
Imagine having to pop a pill without water. This is exactly what your kitty has to do when it is on a medication therapy. Have you ever tried pilling your cat without a liquid chaser? Making them swallow a capsule or medicine without a liquid chaser is one of the most difficult tasks of cat…
