One of the distinctive features of cats is their natural inclination to groom themselves thoroughly, keeping their coats tangle-free, smooth and shiny by licking and nibbling their own coats. Sometimes, however, this natural self-grooming can...
Just like people, cats can get colds. The name “cat cold” is another way of describing an upper respiratory infection or URI. Cat colds are usually caused by a virus. Common signs that your cat...
With old age in cats comes age-related health problems. One of these problems is kidney failure, a progressive disease defined by a significant loss of kidney function. Kidney failure in cats is a big topic,...
Feline calicivirus (FCV) is a common viral infection of domestic cats. The virus causes upper respiratory disease that often closely resembles Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (FVR), and both viruses can cause the syndrome known as “Cat...
Epilepsy is a syndrome that describes the situation where a cat has recurrent seizures (also known as convulsions or fits) at intervals that may be days, hours, or months apart. Epilepsy can affect small animals...
What Is Gingivitis in Cats? Gingivitis in cats is defined as “inflammation of the cat's gums”. The term “gingiva” means “gums” which are the pink mucous membrane covering the bones of the upper and lower...
Intestinal parasites, some of which are commonly referred to as “worms,” are unfortunately all too common in pet cats. These parasites live inside your cat’s body, where they can wreak havoc on your cat’s health....
Coughing in cats usually indicates a health problem. If you hear your cat coughing, it’s time to schedule a visit to the veterinarian. Many different medical conditions can cause coughing in cats, some of which...
Distemper is an old-fashioned general term that’s used to describe a serious infectious disease of dogs and cats that causes fever along with respiratory, gastrointestinal, and neurological symptoms. In dogs, Distemper is caused by Canine...
COVID-19 has heightened everyone's awareness of infectious diseases, but rabies has been around for thousands of years. It is still one of the world’s most feared viral diseases for two simple reasons. First, it crosses...
