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How to Clear Cat Ear Mites Quickly
Ear mites spread cat-to-cat and thrive in unclean, damp ears. Clear them with daily ear cleaning plus a topical dewormer, support the cat's nutrition, and disinfect the home. Consistency — not one-off treatment — is what works.
Why Your Cat Has Diarrhea After Deworming
Mild diarrhea after deworming is common — usually dead parasites irritating the gut or a sensitive stomach — and settles in 2–3 days. Keep the cat hydrated, add a probiotic, and see a vet if soft stool lasts beyond three days. Dose strictly by weight.
How Many Days Can a Cat Survive Without Eating?
A cat can last about a week without food; beyond that, weakness and organ failure set in, and the risk of fatal fatty liver rises sharply after three days. Boredom with food, sudden diet swaps, stress, or illness cause refusal — offer small frequent meals and vet care if sick.
Does a Kitten Need Deworming?
Kittens do need deworming, but wait until about 2.5–3 months old unless a vet advises earlier. Parasites pass through the mother, food, and contact, so a post-weaning kitten exploring the world is at real risk. Use a broad-spectrum product and keep up monthly external protection.
Why Is My Kitten’s Eye Suddenly Swollen?
A suddenly swollen eye can mean a viral infection like distemper, contagious conjunctivitis, or a simple bacterial infection. Each needs a different approach, so identify the cause first — antibiotic drops for infection, vet care for anything with other symptoms.
How to Get Rid of Fleas on Your Cat
Fleas show up as black specks in the coat, red skin, and constant scratching. Clear them with good hygiene, a flea shampoo or topical treatment, and a clean home — plus the usual folk rinses. Regular deworming and a tidy space prevent them returning.
Is It Normal for a Cat to Suddenly Tear Up?
Occasional tearing can be normal — especially in flat-faced breeds with short tear ducts — but persistent watering usually points to dust, diet, infection, or illness. Gentle saline cleaning helps mild cases; anything with swelling, discharge, or no improvement in three days needs a vet.
Red, Tearful Cat Eyes: Irritation or Conjunctivitis?
Red, watery cat eyes usually signal a bacterial infection or irritation from a dirty environment. A vet should rule out other eye disease, then antibacterial drops can treat it. Daily disinfection of the home and limiting contact with stray cats prevent recurrence.
How to Kill Fleas on Your Cat
Fleas are tiny jumping parasites that irritate the skin and spread illness. For light infestations a topical spot-on treatment works; for larger ones a vet-approved external parasite product plus an Elizabethan collar prevents poisoning. Regular deworming and a clean home stop them returning.
What to Do When Your Cat Has Cat Flu
Cat flu (feline rhinotracheitis) is often mistaken for a cold but is a viral upper-respiratory infection that can kill if ignored, especially in kittens. Antiviral and lysine support plus a clean, low-dust environment are the main care steps.