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How to Recognize the Symptoms of a Cat Cold
A cat cold brings red, weeping eyes, nasal congestion, drooling, sneezing, and fever up to 40°C — signs that overlap with feline rhinotracheitis and distemper. Mild cases improve with warmth, good nutrition, and pet-formulated antibiotics, while severe or dehydration cases need a vet.
What Causes Gingivitis in Cats?
Feline gingivitis usually starts with poor oral hygiene but can also trace to nutritional gaps, a wet or sugary diet, oral injury, calicivirus or herpesvirus infection, or systemic illness such as diabetes and kidney disease. Signs include bleeding gums, bad breath, and redness or swelling; a vet visit, professional cleaning, and antibiotics treat it, while regular brushing is the best prevention.
A Complete Guide to Treating Cat Ringworm
Northern China's pet industry thrives partly due to climate — dry northeast air suits furry animals, less ringworm. Southern owners rarely see it.
What Cat Supplies Do You Need to Prepare?
Choose sensibly from the list below according to your budget. Add items gradually as you can afford them, or go for better products if money is no object.
Early Symptoms of Feline Panleukopenia (Cat Distemper)
Many new owners know cat distemper is scary but not its specifics or treatment. Here's an introduction.
Home Treatment for Feline Rhinotracheitis (Cat Flu)
As pet care becomes scientific and vet medicine matures, treating cat flu is easier. With a scientific plan by symptoms, it heals fast. Here's its impact and treatment.
Causes of Bad Breath in Cats and Dogs
When being close with your pet, have you found their mouth smells quite strong, even giving you a strong nausea at times?
Simple Coping Strategies for Cat Stress Responses
Cats, like us, feel stress and tension. When tense they easily show stress responses, and excessive stress affects health and lifespan. How can owners help? Here we detail cat stress sources and simple coping strategies.
Basic Facts About Cat Teeth
A cat's mouth has four kinds of teeth: incisors (the small front teeth, hard to see but visible when you open the mouth), canines (every owner's nightmare - long and sharp), and further back, premolars and molars used for chewing kibble and hard food.
How to Brush Your Dog’s and Cat’s Teeth
National Day nears; the author wishes owners a happy holiday and reminds: don't forget to spend time with your pets!