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What Ointment Works for Cat Folliculitis
Cat folliculitis is skin inflammation from excess oil clogging follicles. Clean with an alkaline wash, then apply erythromycin ointment; a skin spray and zinc oxide ointment also help. This article details the care.
How to Treat Feline Chin Folliculitis (Black Chin)
Cat chin folliculitis, or 'black chin,' comes from excess sebum production. Treatment combines a skin spray, ointment, and dietary adjustment. This article covers the symptoms, causes, and medications.
Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes in Cats
Cat diabetes comes in two types, split mainly by how much the cat depends on insulin. Any cat can get it, but older, neutered, male, and obese cats are more at risk. Learn the causes, signs, and treatment of feline diabetes.
Is a Cat’s Intermittent Cough a Sign of Illness?
Most cats rarely cough, so a coughing cat is usually worth a closer look — though it is not always a serious illness. Learn the common causes of intermittent coughing in cats and when to see the vet.
Why Does a Cat Cough Right After Waking Up?
Some cats cough the moment they wake up, then seem fine. Because coughing can be an early sign of many illnesses, it should not be ignored. Learn why cats cough after waking and how to care for them.
What to Do When a Dog With Gastroenteritis Won’t Eat
Diarrhea and vomiting in dogs usually point to a gut problem tied to food irritation or infection. Gastroenteritis brings diarrhea, vomiting, and low appetite; severe cases need the vet. Don't force-feed — offer bland rice-and-kibble porridge once appetite returns, and seek care early.
Feline Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Hypoglycemia is a syndrome, not a disease itself — it's a symptom of an underlying problem. In cats it's usually driven by hunger (especially kittens), fatty liver, glycogen storage disease, sepsis, or serious liver disease. Mild cases show weakness and drowsiness; without treatment it can be fatal, so owners shouldn't dismiss a lazy cat as just tired.
Dog Gastroenteritis vs. Canine Parvovirus
Dog gastroenteritis and parvovirus share vomiting, diarrhea, and poor appetite, so they're easily confused — but parvovirus also brings bloody stool and is confirmed with a quick test kit. Gastroenteritis is often diet- or infection-related, while parvovirus spreads fast and needs isolation. Good hygiene and vaccination are key to prevention.
Cat Gastroenteritis vs. Feline Panleukopenia (Cat Plague)
Cat gastroenteritis and feline panleukopenia share symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting, so they're hard to tell apart — but their causes differ sharply. Panleukopenia is viral, fast-moving, contagious, and often fatal, while gastroenteritis is frequently diet-related and has a high cure rate. The clearest clue is body temperature.
How to Prevent Feline Diabetes
Diabetes shows up as increased drinking and urination, more frequent eating, weight loss, fatigue, sugar in the urine, and proteinuria. The common treatment is insulin injections, so if you notice these signs, have your cat checked by a vet promptly. Prevention focuses on diet control, regular exercise, and routine check-ups.