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My cat’s belly has been swollen and soft for two days, no poop for two days, no fever, no loafing, but it drank water frequently at noon today
A swollen, soft belly with reduced defecation can be a sign of wet-form FIP (feline infectious peritonitis), caused by a mutated coronavirus that produces fluid buildup. Early FIP signs include stubborn fever, rough coat, loafing, appetite loss, and weight loss. Watch for these and see a vet early if unsure.
Everything You Need to Know About Cat Deworming
A deworming primer from experience. New owners often ask about food, litter, vaccines, deworming.
First Aid for Common Dog Skin Diseases
Skin disease is common in dogs, mainly from high heat and humidity. Common ones are fungal infection, mites and fleas. Below we explain the symptoms and treatment of these three.
What to Do About High Total Bilirubin in Cats
High total bilirubin in cats shows as jaundice - yellowed skin, conjunctiva, and oral mucosa. It usually appears when the liver is diseased.
Which Cat Infectious Diseases Are Most Contagious?
Day-to-day cat care is not expensive, but veterinary bills once a kitten falls ill can be significant. Below we share some of the most contagious infectious diseases that affect cats.
Why a Cat May Die the Day After a Bath
Why would a cat die the day after a bath? Experienced owners know it is usually a stress reaction. Here is what you should understand.
What to Do When a Cat Has Fatty Liver Disease
Cat fatty liver cannot heal on its own - it needs monitoring equipment and a vet's skill, like a nasal tube for an anorexic cat. You cannot cure it at home, and earlier is better. Here is how it is treated.
Can Cats Drink Raw (Untreated) Water? The Risks and Consequences
Cats should never be given raw, untreated water such as tap, well, river, or stream water. Untreated water carries bacteria, fungi, excess minerals, chlorine, and debris that can cause gastroenteritis, kidney strain, urinary stones, and parasite infection — boiling the water first removes most of these risks.
Can Cat Anemia Heal on Its Own?
Cat anemia rarely resolves on its own except in kittens with simple nutritional deficiency, which often improves after diet correction. Most cases, caused by parasites, disease, toxins, or blood loss, require veterinary diagnosis and treatment of the underlying cause, plus nutritional support and, when severe, a blood transfusion.
What Are the Causes of Chronic Colitis in Dogs?
There are many causes of chronic colitis in dogs, which may be caused by bacteria, fungi, or intestinal parasites, or may be triggered by eosinophils. Chronic colitis in dogs causes long-term diarrhea symptoms and needs timely treatment to avoid dehydration. To learn more, read on with us about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of chronic colitis in dogs!