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Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD): Causes, Signs and Treatment
Feline lower urinary tract syndrome (FLUTD) is divided into obstructive and non-obstructive types. Obstructive means the urethra is fully or partially blocked. Within 2–3 days of complete blockage, urine retained in the bladder flows backward to the kidneys; this back-pressure suppresses glomerular filtration, causing waste and toxins to accumulate in the blood and leading to uremia. If not treated within 3–6 days, the cat can die. The non-obstructive type is milder; with prompt catheterization and proper daily care, it largely resolves on its own within a week.
What to Do When Your Cat Likes to Drink Foot-Bath Water
According to Debra Zoran, an internal medicine specialist at the Texas A&M University Veterinary Teaching Hospital, some cats find moving water interesting and tastier than still water.
The Effects and Benefits of Probiotics for Cats and Dogs
Probiotics are microorganisms, not medicine—they are not addictive and do not create dependency. They attach to the intestinal walls and villi of the small and large intestines, helping fight off bad bacteria, aiding nutrient absorption, and stimulating the secretion of digestive enzymes.
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.
Feline Hepatitis and Gastroenteritis: Symptoms and Treatment
Feline hepatitis and feline gastroenteritis are different conditions. Feline hepatitis is caused by viruses, parasites, immune-mediated factors and the like, and may involve the bile ducts, forming cholangiohepatitis. Gastroenteritis, on the other hand, is inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that leads to vomiting and diarrhea, mainly caused by Escherichia coli and Campylobacter infections; other causes include stress, overeating, and sudden temperature changes.
Why Tail Docking and Ear Cropping Are Rare Abroad
Many countries have banned cosmetic tail docking and ear cropping as inhumane. Understand the history, the arguments on both sides, and why the practice is fading.
What Are the Symptoms of Anemia in Dogs?
Dog anemia shows as weight loss, dull coat, pale gums and mucous membranes, lethargy, weakness, and wobbly walking, and is confirmed at home by checking for pale gums. Improve it with iron- and protein-rich foods and, for recurring cases, blood-building supplements alongside a complete diet.
What to Do If an Anemic Cat Won’t Eat or Drink
A severely anemic cat that refuses food and water needs immediate veterinary care: fluid therapy and, when critical, a blood transfusion, because prolonged starvation leads to dehydration and worsening anemia. Treatment targets the underlying cause, restores blood-building nutrients, and may require iron, vitamin B12, and folate supplementation.
What Causes Anemia in Cats?
Cat anemia is split into regenerative (from blood loss or hemolysis) and the more common non-regenerative type, where the bone marrow makes too few red cells. Leading causes include leukemia, chronic disease or drug toxicity, iron or B-vitamin deficiency, and kidney failure in older cats.
What to Do When a Neutered Male Cat Eliminates Outside the Litter Box
It is common for a male cat to eliminate outside the litter box after neutering, but if the behavior persists you should address it. The main causes are leftover hormones, established habits, surgical stress, or incomplete neutering, and most cases improve with retraining, odor removal, and reassurance.