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Cat Liver Failure: Causes and Treatment
Liver failure refers to the loss of more than 75% of liver function, followed by severe and widespread hepatic necrosis. This syndrome is more common in dogs than in cats, and it shows no preference for age, breed, or sex.
Dog Diarrhea: Causes and Treatment
Healthy dogs pass firm, brown stools one to two times a day. Diarrhea — loose, watery, or bloody stools with a strong odor — signals an underlying problem. Causes range from mild dietary upset to infections, parasites, IBD, and other diseases, so persistent or severe cases need a vet.
What to Do When a Kitten Has Diarrhea and Vomiting
Many of us have met newborn or just-weaned kittens with diarrhea or vomiting. Beginners can only ask the vet or the seller. Sometimes the seller lacks experience or gives wrong advice, and most vets say the kitten is too small to treat - just give probiotics. Here we explain what to actually do.
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.
What to Do When Your Cat Is Constipated
Cat constipation is common but should not be ignored, as it can progress to megacolon. Learn the warning signs, the many possible causes, and the treatment and prevention steps from diet and weight control to stress reduction.
How to Prevent Hairball Syndrome in Cats
Hairballs form when swallowed fur mats in the stomach, causing retching and constipation. Prevent with brushing, cat grass, hairball paste, and stress reduction.
Cat Distemper (Feline Panleukopenia): Symptoms and Care
Feline panleukopenia is a deadly, highly contagious virus causing vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. No cure exists — treatment supports the immune system; vaccination is the best defense.
Seasonal Cat Care: What to Watch for in Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter
Cats show different needs with each season. Adjusting your care to these changes helps your cat grow up healthier. Here is what to know about seasonal feline care.
Why a Cat May Die the Day After a Bath
Why would a cat die the day after a bath? Experienced owners know it is usually a stress reaction. Here is what you should understand.