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How Long Does a Cat’s Heat Yowling Last?
A queen's heat yowling lasts about 3-7 days and repeats every 2-4 weeks. She yowls day and night (worse at night), rubs on you, and may try to escape and mate with stray cats. Spay if not breeding, secure doors/windows, and wait until she's a year old before any mating.
What Medicine for a Cat That Drools a Lot?
Don't medicate a drooling cat blindly — find the cause first. Oral foreign bodies (bone, fish bone) need removal then antiseptic spray; stomatitis needs mouth spray, anti-inflammatories, dental cleaning or extraction; pharyngitis needs vet amoxicillin and soft food, or IV fluids if it won't drink. Rinse the mouth if a strong-tasting substance caused it.
Cat Empty-Chewing: Causes and What to Do
Cat owners sometimes notice their cat suddenly chewing on nothing, as if eating air, even when it is not hungry. This behavior, called empty-chewing, can signal oral disease, a foreign object in the mouth, an upset stomach, or a neurological problem. Here are the common causes and how to address them.
Why Does a Cat Arch Its Back?
Many owners wonder why their cat arches its back. This posture can mean a stretch, anger, a developmental issue, illness, a show of bravado, or simply boredom. Here are the common reasons a cat arches its back.
I want to ask, if we don’t do surgery, how long can it live, and will it be in a lot of pain?
From the X-ray, the cat's femur is fractured; without surgery it will likely be lame but not life-threatening. Surgery heals well in about a week; without surgery, use conservative care, though recovery is slower and more painful.
Found the cat vomiting in the morning; it trembled a bit lying next to me; stools formed but urinating more.
Vomiting with trembling can stem from gut issues, pancreatitis, parasites, or viruses; gut cramps or pancreatic pain cause shaking. Many causes exist, so a vet exam is best for targeted treatment.
How is euthanasia performed on a cat?
Cat euthanasia must be done at a professional veterinary hospital to avoid causing unnecessary suffering. It should be considered when an incurable disease causes severe pain or extremely poor quality of life.
What happens when a dog catches a chill?
Depending on severity and constitution, a chilled dog may get a respiratory infection — sneezing, runny nose, cough, even pneumonia if resistance is low. Abdominal chilling can cause diarrhea, vomiting, poor appetite. Senior dogs with joint disease may get joint pain, swelling, and lameness from the cold.
What is a Scottish Fold cat?
A Scottish Fold has ears that fold down close to the head, a round face, and usually white or other coat colors. Notably, the folded ears — though cute — come from a genetic disease. Scottish Folds typically have an inherited bone disease causing abnormal cartilage, showing as joint pain and stiffness from 2–6 months, so schedule regular checkups.
What should I do if my cat’s claw is embedded in the flesh?
From the photo, the claw may be embedded in the flesh; take the cat to a vet, who may need anesthesia to remove it. Untreated, it causes pain, swelling, and pus. If you can't go right away, put on an Elizabethan collar and clean the wound with iodine to prevent infection.