Nothing is more stressful than health issues for your fluffy friend. Every cat owner wants to know that their cat is going to be OK. In this section we’ve enlisted our team of veterinary advisors (all licensed, practicing vets) to help give you the absolute best advice for keeping your cat or kitten happy and healthy.
Seeing your cat foaming at the mouth or throwing up white foam can be horrifying. We all love our furry felines, so it’s terrible to see them ill. So, why is your cat foaming at the mouth? Cats can foam at the mouth for various reasons, including rabies, dental disease, nausea, and poisoning. If it […]
A kitten growth chart can help you decide if you would like to add a furry feline to your family. Though most cats average somewhere between 10 pounds and 18 pounds, one pound on a cat can make a major difference in their health. From the short-haired Abyssinian to the long-haired Maine Coon, cats range […]
Cats throw up food for many different reasons. Some are serious and require veterinary attention, but others, like eating too much too quickly, can usually be handled with home remedies. If your cat has just vomited once or twice but seems to feel fine otherwise, it’s safe to try some home treatment. But do not […]
Bile is a digestive fluid that is made in the liver and secreted into the small intestine. Bile can be seen in a cat’s vomit, giving it a yellow, orange, or even a brown or greenish tinge. You’re more likely to see bile when a cat vomits on an empty stomach, so you’ll often notice […]
Vomiting isn’t all that unusual in cats. Whether it’s because of a hairball or because they ate something unusual, a cat who vomits once or twice but is acting normally doesn’t necessarily need to be rushed to the veterinarian. But the situation is very different if you see blood in your cat’s vomit. If your […]
The white foam that cats vomit is usually just mucus mixed with a little fluid. Mucus and fluid are almost always present in cat vomit, but they’re easy to miss when they’re mixed with food or other materials. White foamy cat vomit is most apparent when a cat throws up on an empty stomach. There […]
Diarrhea is a symptom of many different diseases in cats. Some are serious, but a few will get better with a little home treatment. If over the counter medication is an option, the four main options are: Anti-bacterial medications Probiotics Diet Hydration Supplements If your cat has had just a few episodes of diarrhea but […]
Sometimes a cat with diarrhea needs to see a vet ASAP, but there are occasions when trying a little home treatment first just makes sense. Let’s take a look at the best ways to approach cat diarrhea and what home remedies might help your feline friend feel better. The four home remedies for treating your […]
Cats speak volumes through both body language and vocalization. Some breeds are loquacious, such as the Siamese, while others are more spare with words. More than 21 distinct types of vocalizations have been identified in the domestic cat, expressing the range from fear to contentment. So when your gregarious little greeter gives you a weak welcome, […]
If you find blood in your cat’s stool, a veterinary visit is in order. There are numerous causes, some are serious, some are minor. Either way, a veterinary appointment and thorough physical examination are essential if you observe blood in your cat’s stool. 1. Know What Is Normal Dyschezia, meaning painful or difficult defecation, may […]
It’s not uncommon for our cats to get various lumps and bumps as they get older. One of the most common types of masses they can develop is called a sebaceous cyst. So how do you know if your cat has one and what can you do about it? Check out our tips below for […]
Yes, cats can catch colds. In cats the condition of a cold is a Feline Upper Respiratory Infection. Symptoms of Colds in Cats: How to Know Your Cat Caught a Cold There are a few symptoms of colds in cats – generally speaking these are pretty similar to the symptoms you’d see in a person: […]
Does your cat have diarrhea? Or maybe they’re vomiting? If you’re like many cat owners, these issues have led you to search for remedies that will settle your cat’s upset stomach. These symptoms can be brought on by many different causes including: Viral and bacterial infections Parasites Ingesting a toxic substance, unusual food, or foreign […]
Is your cat vomiting? There are a few home remedies for cat vomiting that can help. However, if the vomiting is severe or accompanied by other potentially serious symptoms like abdominal pain, the presence of blood, profuse diarrhea, and weakness, stop reading now and call your veterinarian. On the other hand, if your cat has […]
