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Orange cat, 4 months, 4 lb, vomiting yellow fluid, once green bile, anorexic and lethargic
Cat vomiting has many causes. Long-term irregular diet or indigestion causes vomiting eased by probiotics and small meals. Acute gastritis causes gastric acid vomiting; fast 6 to 12 hours and use anti-emetics. Green fluid suggests liver, kidney, or pancreatic disease needing IV.
How to stop a cat from meowing?
Meowing may come from hunger, illness, excess energy, or heat; find the cause. For heat, distract with toys and massage, then spay after. For nighttime meowing, provide a quiet environment and play before bed. Odd sounds need a vet check.
How long after spaying can a female cat have stitches removed?
Generally a female cat can have stitches removed 7 to 10 days after spay surgery, depending on healing. During recovery keep the Elizabethan collar on to prevent licking and infection. Apply antiseptic daily and keep the wound dry.
How does a dog catch a cold?
Dogs usually catch colds after getting chilled, such as not drying off after a bath, getting rained on, or sleeping on cold floors. Low immunity and contact with sick dogs also increase the risk.
How to adopt a stray cat?
Do not take it home at once; feed it outside a few times and if it is friendly, then adopt. Before bringing home, vet-check for parasites and disease. At home, do not disturb it at first; let it adjust, and after 2-3 days if settled, slowly bond.
Why does a cat refuse food and water and just lie still?
Refusing food/water and lying still usually means illness; it may be indigestion, so try probiotics. Or long-term nutrient deficiency—switch to complete kibble. If it persists and ignores favorite treats, see a vet; causes include gastroenteritis, panleukopenia, liver, kidney, pancreatitis.
What happens if a cat falls?
A fall can cause scrapes, sprains, fractures, internal rupture, concussion. From under 3m, only minor scrapes/sprains; clean wounds with iodine and use a collar. Mild sprains heal with rest. From high places with leg-lifting, blood in urine, lethargy—see a vet.
What does a coughing cat look like?
A coughing cat often squats like a hen, stretches its neck, and makes a hacking sound from throat and nose; wet cough may have phlegm, dry usually not. Causes include irritants, fast eating, colds. Occasional cough: clean the environment; persistent: see a vet.
Why Is My Cat’s Belly Swollen?
A rounded belly can be normal in kittens, but in adult cats it may mean indigestion, constipation, parasites, fluid buildup, pregnancy, or a tumor. Watch for other symptoms and see a vet if the swelling persists or you're unsure.
How can you tell if a cat has stomatitis?
Stomatitis shows as mouth ulcers, red swollen gums and mucosa, drooling, and reduced appetite; early on the cat may just eat cautiously and slowly. As pain worsens, the cat stops eating and drools frequently. Some cats also have heavy tartar, plaque, and loose teeth.