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Does Feline Rhinotracheitis Cause Red, Swollen Eyes?
Feline rhinotracheitis is a herpesvirus infection that easily causes conjunctivitis - red, swollen eyes. If you suspect it, see a vet; kitten death rate exceeds 60%.
Common Causes and Medications for Cough in Dogs and Cats
A cough in dogs and cats can be dry or productive and stems from viruses, bacterial respiratory infection, parasites (heartworm, roundworm), irritants or foreign bodies. Treatment targets the cause — antivirals, antibiotics, dewormers, bronchodilators and cough suppressants — while vaccines, regular deworming and a clean, dust-free home prevent most cases.
Common Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Pet Colds
Pets catch colds easily — usually from chills (season changes, baths, drafts, rain, cold floors) or low resistance. A plain cold can worsen into something serious, so treat it early. Never give human cold medicine (acetaminophen is toxic to dogs and cats); use pet-specific drugs. Learn the warning signs that separate a cold from pneumonia, rhinitis, feline herpesvirus (cat flu) or distemper.
Is Yellow Watery Stool in Cats a Sign of Feline Distemper?
Yellow watery stool can mean feline distemper, especially in unvaccinated cats, but also bacterial gastroenteritis, parasites, or indigestion. Learn to tell these conditions apart.
How to Calm a Stressed Cat (Feline Stress Response)
Stress can cause digestive issues, mood swings, and behavior changes. To ease it, find the cause, create a stable safe environment, spend more time, and use pheromones or calming scents. Prevention is a stable home and watching mood. If the cat vomits, won't eat, or shows urinary blockage/blood, see a vet promptly.
What happens if a cat gets parvo (feline panleukopenia)?
Feline parvo, also called feline distemper or feline panleukopenia, causes diarrhea, vomiting, fever, bloody stool, poor appetite, lethargy, and weight loss in cats. Without prompt treatment, the cat can die from dehydration within 7-14 days. In addition, the parvovirus can survive a long time in the environment and may spread to other cats through saliva, feces, and other contaminants. Therefore, once the owner suspects the cat is infected, take it to a veterinary clinic promptly for testing, begin isolation and treatment early after diagnosis, and disinfect the living environment regularly.
I bathed the kitten at home once, then noticed yellow nasal discharge and bad breath. Is this a cold or feline rhinotracheitis?
Rhinotracheitis causes sneezing, runny nose, lethargy, fever, poor appetite, red eyes, and sometimes mouth ulcers, with clear then yellow-green discharge. If only runny nose with normal spirit and appetite, it's likely a bacterial infection from chill. Try pet cold and anti-inflammatory medicine.
My cat’s belly has been swollen and soft for two days, no poop for two days, no fever, no loafing, but it drank water frequently at noon today
A swollen, soft belly with reduced defecation can be a sign of wet-form FIP (feline infectious peritonitis), caused by a mutated coronavirus that produces fluid buildup. Early FIP signs include stubborn fever, rough coat, loafing, appetite loss, and weight loss. Watch for these and see a vet early if unsure.
Cat Anemia: Causes and Prevention
Cat anemia is not just about poor diet - it can stem from single-nutrition feeding, external parasites, feline leukemia, congenital marrow disease, or sepsis. Prevent it with a balanced, nutrient-rich diet, regular deworming, and supplements like a blood-building paste.
My near 6-month cat in heat is lethargic, eats less, seems feverish, small urine clumps, blood shows dehydration
Sudden not drinking with small urine clumps has many causes; the blood shows dehydration, and fever worsens it. Get biochemistry, full abdominal ultrasound, SAA, and distemper and coronavirus tests; suspect urinary issues or pain. Offer wet food and water meanwhile.