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Why Is My Cat Coughing (Wheezing)
The reasons a cat coughs or wheezes include the following conditions.
Cat Conjunctivitis: Symptoms and Treatment
Conjunctivitis is one of the most common eye diseases in cats, with the highest incidence in kittens. Every good owner should learn the basics of feline eye conditions to prevent and treat them before a small problem becomes a big one.
What to Do When Your Cat Has Allergies
Cats can be allergic too, much like humans: when a foreign substance entering the body is recognized as harmful, immune cells fight it. If there is too much, the fight is fierce and causes red, swollen bumps. The most common cat allergen is food.
Does the Sound of a Comb Make a Cat Vomit
Why do cats vomit at the sound of a comb being scraped? A cat's ears are sensitive to sound, especially high frequencies, which excite them! Scraping comb teeth, tearing tape, and pulling a tape measure are all high-frequency; the vibration of comb teeth is high-frequency and excites the vomiting nerve. Past a threshold it causes vomiting.
Key Differences Between Cats and Dogs
Dogs were top pets, but more homes now keep cats, yet knowledge of cat diet lags. Cats often steal dog food and owners think dog food suffices - wrong. Here is why cats need their own.
Common Infectious Diseases in Cats
This issue summarizes 8 common feline infectious diseases; here is a brief introduction.
Common Causes, Medications, and Prevention of Sneezing and Runny Nose in Dogs and Cats
Sneezing and runny nose in pets are symptoms of disease, usually caused by respiratory infections. Sneezing and a runny nose are physiological responses of the nasal mucosa to various irritants; the more common causes are colds and rhinitis. Next, we introduce the causes of sneezing and runny nose in dogs and cats and the medication treatment for the corresponding diseases.
Signs and Treatments of Cat Rhinotracheitis (Feline Herpesvirus)
Cat rhinotracheitis is a contagious herpesvirus airway infection. Paroxysmal cough, mouth ulcers, and conjunctivitis are the tell-tale signs. Isolate the cat and use targeted antivirals plus immune support — adult death rate is 20–30%.
Feline Rhinotracheitis (Cat Flu): Symptoms and Treatment
Feline rhinotracheitis, also called infectious rhinotracheitis, is a highly contagious herpesvirus infection causing fever, sneezing, eye discharge, and sometimes death—especially in kittens. This article covers its causes, symptoms, medication-based treatment, and vaccine prevention.
Are Cats Cold-Sensitive? What Happens When a Cat Gets Chilled
Cats are mostly cold-sensitive despite the fur, and a chill brings real sickness. Learn the signs and how to keep a cat warm and safe.