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Cat Illnesses You Can Treat at Home
This article covers home treatments for four common issues: itching and dandruff, hairballs, urinary problems, and wounds — using remedies you can find at home.
When Is Cat Urethral Reconstruction (Perineal Urethrostomy) Warranted?
Many vets push reconstruction and promise no relapse. If a vet promises that, there are two reasons.
Why Does My Cat Press Its Head Against the Wall?
Sometimes you see your cat standing with its head leaning against the wall, as if it were reflecting on its misdeeds. You might wonder what such a fearless creature has to repent, and you may even find the gesture cute. In truth, however, this behavior may be related to your cat feeling unwell.
Cat Folliculitis: Symptoms and Treatment
Feline folliculitis is caused by endocrine imbalance or infection (often Staphylococcus intermedius), showing coal-like black specks on the chin or tail. It affects appearance and has a long treatment cycle; clean care and the right medication clear it up.
What Happens If You Never Trim Your Cat’s Nails
First, a question: why trim a cat's nails? Here is a detailed explanation.
Best Age to Spay a Female Cat
An unspayed female in heat becomes restless and temperamental and loses appetite. Spaying reduces many diseases - here is the best timing.
What Happens If a Cat Bites You
Has your pet ever bitten you? Here's what a cat bite can lead to and what to do.
Cat Blood in Urine and Not Eating – What to Do
Blood in a cat's urine is often from urethral injury, causing frequent, painful urination and hematuria - usually a stone blocking the urethra. The most thorough fix is catheterization and stone removal, with urethroplasty if needed.
What to Do After Neutering a Male Cat
An intact male in heat sprays urine and yowls, disturbing neighbors - especially the smell. Neutering helps; here is the aftercare needed.
How to Tell Your Cat Is Unhappy
Cats hide feelings well, but vocal changes, airplane ears, a tucked tail, and withdrawal all signal distress. Even purring can mean a cat is self-soothing rather than happy.