Cat Health covers the common conditions, symptoms, and care tips every cat parent should know. From preventive care and home remedies to warning signs and when to call the vet, this section helps you understand your cat’s body and behavior so you can keep them feeling their best.
Do you ever notice your cat obsessively grooming their belly and legs? It’s time to take action! Cats shouldn’t spend excessive time licking the same areas. It’s not just their way of staying clean. Your cat’s over-grooming could be their way of telling you something’s wrong. Let’s get curious about our feline friends’ grooming habits … Read more
Hey, cat lover, are you worried about your furry friend’s health? Let me introduce you to something many cat owners don’t consider—parvovirus. You may think that parvo is just for dogs, but let me assure you, cats can get parvo too. Yes, that’s right! It’s crucial to understand how this virus doesn’t discriminate based on … Read more
Caring for a diabetic senior cat is a crucial responsibility that demands your attention, empathy, and action. Imagine your beloved companion relying on you, their unwavering trust placed squarely in your hands. You’re not just a pet owner; you’re a lifeline. Ensure your feline friend’s quality of life by combining dedication and knowledge. Act now … Read more
Imagine a world where you don’t have to worry about rushing home to feed your beloved cat. Automatic feeders for cats provide the freedom and peace of mind that both you and your feline friend have always desired. These devices aren’t just a luxury, they’re a necessary tool for any pet owner who wants to … Read more
There’s a tale as old as time: roses symbolize love, joy, and beauty. They stand as nature’s crown jewel, expressing what words often can’t. However, when it comes to our four-legged friends, there’s a thorn in this rose-colored narrative. Are roses as harmless as they appear, or could they pose a hidden danger to pets? … Read more
When your favorite feline starts moving a little less freely, you might dismiss it as just getting old. But those hesitations to leap or reluctance to make the daily rounds might not be typical aging. Arthritis in cats, though common, stands as a widely underdiagnosed condition. It’s heartbreaking to witness, and that’s why understanding this … Read more
Inherited disorders are genetic problems that are passed on from one generation to the next. There are certain disorders associated with particular breeds; a few of the most important are described here. Why Do Genetic Problems Occur? Inherited disorders result from faults in a cat’s genes—sections of DNA inside cells that hold the “instructions” for … Read more
Let me tell you something I wish I had known years ago: cats are masters of disguise. Especially when it comes to illness. My old tabby, Jasper, showed almost no signs of being sick—until one day he collapsed after chasing a fly across the room. Turns out, he had been living with heart disease for … Read more
Certainly one of the most devastating diseases affecting cat populations around the world is feline leukemia. The feline leukemia virus belongs to a group of infectious agents known as retroviruses, and it shares some characteristics with the human AIDS virus. It can occur by itself, or in combination with the feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV), a … Read more
Until the late 1980s, the feline leukemia virus was the only agent linked to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome in cats—that is, it was until the feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) (also known as “feline AIDS”) was identified. This organism is unlike the feline leukemia virus in that it belongs to the same subfamily of retroviruses as the … Read more