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Common Signs That a Cat Is Unwell
Cats hide illness, but a sick cat shows lethargy, unusual cries, a dry hot nose, low appetite, a runny nose, or vomiting and diarrhea. A hairball vomit with normal spirits is fine; persistent vomiting/diarrhea with lethargy needs a vet. Check carefully and seek help if the cause is unclear.
Why Is My Cat’s Voice Hoarse — and What to Do
A hoarse cat voice can come from vocal rest, dry air, a cold, bronchitis, 'heat' from salty dry food, a viral infection, or a throat foreign body. Minor cases just need more water; if there is phlegm, a lasting cough, or other signs, see a vet. Watch for head-shaking, drooling, and pawing at the face, which signal something stuck.
What Are the Symptoms and Causes of Cat Allergies?
Cat allergies usually cause intense itching and skin damage, plus redness, swelling, and sometimes sneezing or even anaphylactic shock. Common triggers are food, drugs, parasite saliva (fleas, mites), and airborne allergens like pollen and dust. Find and remove the cause, and see a vet for severe reactions.
Common Causes and Treatments of Cat Allergies
The main cat allergy types are flea, food, inhalant, and contact allergies, each with different signs and treatment — so finding the allergen is the key. Flea allergy needs deworming plus corticosteroids; food allergy needs a hypoallergenic trial; inhalant allergy uses steroids, antihistamines, or antigen shots under a vet's care.
Why Is My Cat Licking Its Lips?
A cat licking its lips may just be grooming after a meal, but it can also signal stress, mouth pain, nausea, dry mouth, or an upper respiratory problem. Watch for drooling, bad breath, or frequent licking, and see a vet if anything seems off.
Why Does Your Cat Suddenly Refuse to Be Held?
A cat that suddenly won't be held may smell another cat or strange scents on you — cats have tempers, and another cat's scent can make them bristle and refuse. Here are the common reasons.
How to Care for a Senior Cat
Cats are considered seniors after age 10, showing fading senses, weaker appetite, and reduced mobility. Good care means easy access to litter boxes and water, a diet matched to calorie needs with added supplements, gentle play, and close daily monitoring for illness as immunity declines.
Why Is My Cat Thin and Unable to Gain Weight?
If a cat eats normally but stays thin, take note — it may be sick. Common causes are internal parasites that steal nutrients, poor gut absorption, high activity (common in kittens), or low-quality grain-heavy kibble. Switch gradually to a nutritious, palatable food, and if weight keeps dropping, see a vet, since diet alone won't fix an underlying problem.
Why Do Cats Lick Their Noses?
Cats usually lick their noses to keep them moist and protected and to preserve a keen sense of smell. They also do it when nervous, when something is on the nose, or when thirsty. Here are the common reasons.
What are the early signs of cataracts in a dog?
Early cataracts may show the pupil turning white or gray, blurred vision, walking unsteadily, bumping into objects, or taking wrong routes. Cataracts are clouding of the lens causing blurred vision and possible blindness. Any age can be affected, but older dogs are more likely. See a vet early if suspected.