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Why Is Your Cat Losing Teeth?
A cat may lose teeth during teething, due to oral disease, or from aging and loose gums. Our team explains the causes and solutions.
Why a Cat’s Ears Are Red
Red cat ears usually mean fever, ear mites, or heat. Check temperature for fever, treat mites, or just cool the cat down.
Is Redness at the Corner of a Cat’s Eye a Tear Stain?
Redness at a cat's eye corner isn't always tear stains - it can be discharge, infection, injury, or diet-related heat. Learn the four causes and how to treat each.
What to Do When Your Cat Suddenly Loses Energy
A suddenly listless cat may be lonely and depressed, or sick. Give it attention and outings for mood, and treat any illness behind the low energy.
Why Is My Cat Suddenly Limping?
Sudden lameness can come from injury (ligament, fracture), calcium deficiency, a broken nail, or a dislocated kneecap/arthritis. Treat minor wounds at home, boost dietary calcium, and see a vet for kneecap or joint issues.
Does a Cat Shaking Its Head Mean Ear Mites?
Frequent head shaking is not always caused by ear mites - it can also signal ear infections, parasites, or skin disease. Ear mites cause dark, foul-smelling discharge and intense itching; check the ears and, if you see redness, excess wax, or odor, see a vet for a proper diagnosis.
What to Do When Your Cat Has Mouth Sores (and Which Medicine to Use)
Mouth sores in cats are often caused by calicivirus or dental disease. If eating is affected, see a vet to confirm the cause before medicating, to avoid dehydration and low blood sugar from prolonged fasting.
What to Do When Your Cat Is Stressed in a New Environment
Cats feel insecure and are highly sensitive to changes around them. Moving to a new home or a new owner can trigger stress. Learn how to recognize the signs and help your cat settle in calmly.
Can You Spay a Female Cat in Heat?
No—you should not spay a female cat while she is in heat. The engorged, soft reproductive organs and dilated blood vessels make surgery riskier and raise the chance of heavy bleeding, and recovery is slower. Spay her after the heat ends (ideally in cooler months), and know the benefits plus how to handle a post-op wound.
Cat Frequent Urination with Small Volume: Causes and Medication
Frequent, small-volume urination in cats is usually a urinary-tract problem — urethritis, cystitis or urolithiasis. Start with a diuretic and a pet-safe anti-inflammatory to ease pain and infection, encourage water intake, and if there is no improvement see a vet to rule out stones blocking the urethra.