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What Is Feline Leukemia (FeLV)?
Feline leukemia (FeLV) is a widespread, incurable retrovirus that suppresses the immune system and is a top cause of cat cancer (over 30%). It spreads by saliva, mother-to-kitten, blood, and shared litter; only prevention via vaccine and limiting exposure helps.
What Is Feline Mycoplasma Infection?
Feline mycoplasma is a mixed bacterial infection; infected cats sneeze, cough, have more eye/nose discharge, conjunctivitis, and breathing difficulty. Treat promptly to avoid worsening.
The Little-Known Origin of the Dog Cone (Elizabethan Collar)
The fancy 'Elizabethan collar' has a down-to-earth nickname - the shame cone. Here is where it really came from.
Feline Histoplasmosis
Feline histoplasmosis is an intracellular fungal infection, usually limited to the respiratory and digestive tracts, characterized by cough, diarrhea, emaciation and mucosal ulcers. This article explains its symptoms and treatment.
Feline Coccidioidomycosis
Feline coccidioidomycosis is a fungal infection in cats characterized by cough and difficulty breathing. Cats are highly susceptible, mainly infected by inhaling airborne spores; the lungs are most severely affected, though other organs, especially bone, can be involved.
Feline Primary Hepatic Jaundice
Feline primary hepatic jaundice is directly caused by too much bilirubin in the blood, which happens when the liver's metabolism or excretion goes wrong. Many things can disrupt liver metabolism - here is the breakdown.
Feline Hypoglycemia: Causes and Treatment
Hypoglycemia in cats shows as weakness, stumbling, seizures, and partial numbness. Kittens crash from cold, hunger, or poor absorption; adults from stress or over-exercise; seniors from insulin-producing tumors; diabetic cats from wrong insulin doses. Treatment restores sugar and addresses the underlying cause, with small frequent meals for prevention.
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.
How to Help a Kitten Recover from Ringworm Quickly
Ringworm is a common feline skin disease. Because kittens have weak resistance, they easily get ringworm, but treatment is slow and complex and requires great patience from the owner. Here we share some ringworm treatments.
What If the Second FVRCP Vaccine Shot Is Overdue?
The FVRCP (feline distemper) vaccine follows a schedule; missing it weakens immunity. If the second shot is overdue, continue the original plan, then test antibody levels and re-vaccinate if needed. Learn the full schedule and precautions.