Search Results
590 results for “cat kidney”
What to Do About an Overweight Cat
Many owners want a plump cat, but when it's round as a ball, they worry. Overweight is surely bad for cats.
Why Do Cats Die Suddenly?
Sudden cat death happens often because cats hide illness, so owners miss the signs and the chance to treat. This article covers the causes.
Why Is My Cat Drinking and Peeing So Much?
A sudden rise in drinking and urination has four common causes, heat (estrus), kidney disease, diabetes, or pregnancy; rule them out and see a vet if it persists.
Why Does My Cat Vomit Then Drink Heavily?
Heavy drinking after vomiting is the cat replacing lost fluid; common triggers are acute gastritis, kidney trouble (diabetes or failure), or food poisoning. Withhold food briefly and see a vet if it continues.
Common Urinary Diseases in Cats and Dogs
Urinary disease in cats and dogs hits the urethra, bladder, and kidneys, causing pain, blockage, or failure. Know the main types, urethral injury and stricture, cystitis, kidney failure, and stones, and the usual antibiotic, diuretic, and surgical care.
Why Does Your Cat Have Trouble Urinating?
Difficulty urinating shows as blood in urine, frequent urination, or blockage, mainly from urinary-system problems; without timely treatment it causes great pain. Here we discuss feline urinary disease.
What to Do If Your Cat Eats a Poisonous Plant
If a cat eats a toxic plant it can fall ill and die, so owners with many plants should beware—keep plants like lilies, which poison cats, out of reach, preferably outdoors. Here we explain what to do.
Cat and Dog Diet: Taboos and Nutritional Supplements
Cats and dogs can eat many human foods but easily get sick from wrong ones. Learn which fruits and vegetables are safe in moderation, which are dangerous, and which supplements help, always weighted against gut health.
Which Cats Are More Prone to Fractures?
Every cat owner knows even the calmest cat has an instinct to climb and leap, but these activities can cost them dearly - a fracture, for instance. This article discusses fracture-related issues in cats.
How to Prevent Periodontitis in Cats
If a cat's teeth develop problems like tartar or periodontitis, it causes pain, bad breath, and seriously affects eating and daily life. Owners must provide dental care to prevent oral disease. Here we share some ways to prevent feline dental problems.