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Why Your Cat Stops Covering Its Poop
Dogs must wait for walks to relieve themselves, but cats use their own litter box and even cover their waste. So what does it mean if a cat stops covering?
What Are Cat Bladder Stones and How to Care for Them
Cats that don't drink enough can develop stones.
Cat Ringworm vs. Cat Mites: Key Differences
Cat ringworm is a fungal infection (common in underfed kittens and old sick cats) showing round bald patches; cat mange is a parasitic infection with red bumps, oozing, and strong itch. Both need prompt disinfection and mite control or they spread.
Why Is My Cat Drooling? Common Causes
Cat drooling is often a sign of trouble, not cuteness - oral disease, acute gastritis, organ disease, or vitamin deficiency can all cause it. Find the cause early to avoid delayed treatment.
Why Your Cat Sneezes: Illness Causes
With sharp weather swings, cats get runny-nose and sneeze 'colds' like people. But beware: nonstop sneezing and nasal discharge may be viral infection—ignore it and it can turn severe.
Why Cats Are Picky Eaters
Pickiness is common, with many causes—some innate. Cat ancestors were wary of new food, since a bad bite could mean no hunt and no food, so they played safe and avoided new food to protect their health.
Should a Cat Fully Recover from Ringworm Before Vaccination
Must ringworm fully heal before vaccination, and if the gap between the second and third shots is too long, does it still work or must you restart?
What to Do If Your Cat Eats Grass
Scientists can't agree on the single reason cats and dogs eat grass, but several theories exist. It may just differ by animal. Here are some possible answers.
What Vaccines Does a Cat Need
Basically, the most common domestic cat triple vaccine is the imported brand 'Meow Three-Duo' (Miaosanduo). In Hong Kong, Taiwan, or Japan, only two vaccines are commonly needed in year one and two: the 'triple' (FVRCP) against viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia—reliable after years of use, saving countless cats from early death.
Can Humans Catch Cat Ringworm?
Ringworm spreads between cats and dogs, and humans catch it easily too. Here is what to do if you or your cat is infected.