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Why Cats Cover Their Faces While Sleeping
Cats sleep in all kinds of strange positions. Have you noticed your cat likes to sleep with its face covered? Is it shyness? What is the real reason?
Common Infectious Diseases in Cats
This issue summarizes 8 common feline infectious diseases; here is a brief introduction.
Understanding Cat Body Language
Many cat owners misunderstand a cat's body language when first keeping one, because cats cannot speak but express feelings through body movements. Owners must learn the meaning of cat body language to better understand their mood.
Why Starvation Can Cause Fatty Liver in Cats
Most animals get fatty liver from too much food, but cats are the opposite too - they can get it from not eating. Here is the mechanism, and the common types and signs.
Types and Symptoms of Hepatitis in Cats and Dogs
Hepatitis in pets has many causes and several types: viral, drug-induced, from external parasites, and autoimmune. Causes differ, but the symptoms are similar. Here is the detailed breakdown.
Can You Use Erythromycin Ointment for Cat Eczema? (and What to Use)
Erythromycin ointment is an eye ointment for conjunctivitis with some anti-inflammatory effect, but it does little for cat eczema. Here is why, and what actually works.
Causes and Symptoms of Acute Hepatitis in Cats
Acute hepatitis in cats shows as vomiting, fever, poor appetite, weight loss, and yellowed skin (jaundice). Causes range from viruses and bacteria to heart failure, toxins, and drug allergies. Here is a detailed look.
When Is a Cat Prone to Eczema?
Cats itch constantly with eczema, but long thick fur hides it — especially in damp southern winters. Know the signs (redness, papules, weeping), the external and internal causes, and how it is diagnosed and treated.
Damp Weather as a Cause of Cat Eczema
Just like people, cats get eczema in damp weather. Lesions appear on the neck, back, belly, and paws, with itching and weeping sores. Treat by removing the cause, stopping self-trauma, and using zinc-oxide ointment plus an antihistamine.
Chronic vs Acute Eczema in Cats
Cat eczema splits into acute and chronic forms with different signs but the same treatment principle: find the cause, stop the itch, and keep medicating. Learn the differences and how to prevent flare-ups.