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What Is Feline Mycoplasma Infection?
Feline mycoplasma is a mixed bacterial infection; infected cats sneeze, cough, have more eye/nose discharge, conjunctivitis, and breathing difficulty. Treat promptly to avoid worsening.
Common Eye Diseases in Parrots and Their Treatment
Parrot keratitis, conjunctivitis, superficial eye injury, and cataracts are common parrot eye diseases. Here the author details their symptoms and treatment.
How to Treat a Cat That Drools
Cat twitching and drooling is often from pharyngitis, esophageal obstruction, tonsillitis, or salivary-gland inflammation. Fish bones or swallowed toys are common obstructions. Many factors cause drooling; treatment must fit the specific condition.
How to Treat Canine Atopic Dermatitis (CAD)
Canine atopic dermatitis (CAD), or environmental allergy, usually starts between 6 weeks and 3 years and causes intense itch on paws, armpits, belly, face, and ears. Corticosteroids relieve itch fastest but carry side effects; use them short-term and under guidance.
What to Do When Your Cat Has Anemia
Feline anemia is a condition that is very easy to identify—a blood test will confirm it. Its signs include markedly reduced activity, poor exercise tolerance, moderate to severe rapid breathing, pale mucous membranes, and heart murmurs.
Why Does My Cat Press Its Head Against the Wall?
Sometimes you see your cat standing with its head leaning against the wall, as if it were reflecting on its misdeeds. You might wonder what such a fearless creature has to repent, and you may even find the gesture cute. In truth, however, this behavior may be related to your cat feeling unwell.
The Secrets of a Cat’s Sense of Smell and Hearing
Cats always give an impression of pride, elegance, and mystery. Beyond their adorable looks and special temperament, how much do cat lovers really know about the secrets of their senses?
Is Spaying or Neutering a Cat Cruel?
Although the procedure itself is indeed painful, not neutering means a lifetime of suffering for the cat. So spaying or neutering a cat is not cruel at all. Let's look at the situation with and without the surgery.
Complications of Feline Kidney Failure
Feline kidney failure brings complications across nearly every body system - nervous, skeletal, digestive, respiratory, cardiac, metabolic, and skin. Recognizing them guides effective treatment and raises the chance of recovery.
Why Is My Cat Drooling? Common Causes
Cat drooling is often a sign of trouble, not cuteness - oral disease, acute gastritis, organ disease, or vitamin deficiency can all cause it. Find the cause early to avoid delayed treatment.