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FIP in Cats: Symptoms and Treatment
FIP, short for Feline Infectious Peritonitis, means inflammation of the abdominal lining. When this inflammation is linked to a specific mutated feline coronavirus, it is infectious peritonitis (FIP). Only a small fraction of coronavirus strains cause FIP.
Why Is My Cat Sneezing
Pets and people sneeze for two usual reasons: inflamed nasal lining or a foreign object in the nostril. If exposed to irritants or a respiratory infection, the lining inflames.
Reading Your Cat’s Body Language
A cat's purrs, ears, tail and posture all send messages. From the 'airplane ears' of annoyance to the belly-up trust and the thoughtful 'slow blink', learning these signals helps you understand and bond with your cat.
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.
Why Is My Cat’s Paw Swollen
A cat's chubby, round little paw pads feel great, and with their seemingly magical shape many owners are fascinated by them. Although cute, if not cared for properly they can develop problems. Swollen paws are fairly common - what causes this?
What to Do When Cat Ear Mites Keep Coming Back
As a parasitic infectious disease, ear mites really deserve respect in the 'parasite' industry - they are highly contagious, and their reproduction and survival abilities are extremely strong. Ear mites are not picky either; they can infect cats of any age. So how can owners defeat these annoying ear mites?
Cat Obesity: Standards, Causes, and How to Help Your Cat Lose Weight
A cat is overweight above 10-20% of ideal weight and obese above 20-30%. Causes range from genetics to overfeeding; weight loss means burning more calories than consumed via diet and exercise.
Reading Your Cat’s Emotions Through Body Language
Cats show relaxation, happiness, play, fear, anger, and illness through posture, tail, eyes, and ears. Learning these signals helps you respond calmly and protect both of you.
How to Build Trust with a New Cat
Give a shy new cat a quiet space, be patient, move slowly, speak softly, respect body language and no-touch zones, and bond through food and play.
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.