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Does a cat hold a grudge after being hit?
A light pat usually will not make a cat hold a grudge, but a hard hit that causes pain may make it remember the scene and react defensively or even fight back next time. So do not hit your cat; unlike dogs, it will not just take it and may defend itself.
Why does my cat keep purring from its throat?
Constant purring can mean contentment and relaxation, light sleep (good for bones/muscles), or stress and pain such as after an injury. If purring occurs in all situations, see a vet to rule out infection.
Is It Normal for a Cat to Suddenly Drink a Lot?
A sudden spike in drinking is usually not normal and can signal urinary disease, diabetes, liver problems, stress from change, or salty food. Watch for other symptoms and see a vet if drinking comes with pain, blood, or appetite loss.
Can cat ear mites heal on their own?
Cat ear mites cannot heal on their own. They are highly contagious parasites that multiply and spread fast, even to the face, eye area and neck, causing itch, redness and pain. If you find ear mites, treat promptly with a topical mite-control product and ear-cleaning solution, cleaning the ears regularly during treatment.
Could My Cat’s Swollen Lymph Nodes Be from a Virus?
Swollen mandibular lymph nodes can indeed come from a viral infection, but you need a needle aspiration/culture to identify the virus—so rule out other causes first before antiviral drugs. Inflammation also swells nodes (check bacteria via smear); tumors can too (biopsy). Symptoms include high fever, lethargy, pain, anorexia, and sometimes discharge. With proper diagnosis and antibiotics, nodes shrink as the cat recovers.
Signs a Pregnant Cat Is About to Give Birth
Before labor, nipples darken, breasts swell, and a little milk leaks (clear whitish milk when pressed). Body temperature drops 0.5–1°C in the 12–24 hours before birth, then returns to normal near delivery. Most stop eating from discomfort; in the final hours come contractions, restlessness, rapid breathing, frequent crying, and sticky discharge from the vulva.
Why Does My Cat Stick Its Butt Up?
A cat raising its rear can mean many things: it may be stretching, winding up for an attack, seeking attention, in heat, overly full, or trying to ease belly pain. Frequent or painful-looking episodes deserve a vet check to rule out illness.
Can a cat’s internal injuries from a fall heal on their own?
Internal injuries from a fall generally cannot self-heal. Cats hide pain well, so mild injuries go unnoticed. Visible symptoms may mean internal bleeding, fractures, or soft-tissue bruising; untreated, even if healed, they may leave serious aftereffects, and worsening internal bleeding can be fatal. Seek vet care promptly.
Is this cat a Scottish Fold?
From the picture it does look like a Scottish Fold, though possibly not purebred. Most Scottish Folds carry a bone genetic disease—osteochondrodysplasia—that has no cure, only pain relief via supplements and medication. Signs include joint deformity, stiff tail, and difficulty walking; some show symptoms after a year, some never. Do not buy or promote them; care well for those already kept.
Signs of a Dead Fetus in a Pregnant Cat
A dead fetus in a pregnant cat can show as low mood, lost appetite, belly pain, stalled or falling weight, delayed labor, and foul discharge. A retained fetus risks uterine infection or toxicity, so an ultrasound or X-ray and prompt veterinary care are vital.