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What medicine should I give a cat that is vomiting?
Cat vomiting can be caused by hairballs, internal parasites, gastroenteritis, pancreatitis or feline distemper, so do not give medicine at random before the cause is known. If the cat is otherwise normal and the vomit contains hair or threads, try hairball paste and observe. If there is no improvement, withhold food and water for half a day, then give pet anti-inflammatory and anti-vomiting medication.
How many times per minute does a cat’s heart beat?
An adult cat's heart beats about 120-180 times per minute; kittens beat faster. It slows when calm and speeds up after exercise or fright, normally returning to normal within a minute. Persistent fast beating may signal heart disease.
Can a cat’s broken bone heal on its own?
A mild fracture may heal itself thanks to the periosteum, but breaks of the femur, pelvis, or spine can heal crookedly and affect movement. For serious fractures, see a vet to avoid deformity.
Are orchids toxic to cats?
Orchids are somewhat toxic to cats; their leaves contain alkaloids that cause vomiting and drooling if eaten. Induce vomiting if you know how, then rush to the vet. Keep orchids and lilies out of a cat's reach.
What medicine for a cat vomiting yellow foamy liquid?
Foamy yellow vomit can come from parasites, prolonged hunger, infection, or pancreatitis. If infrequent, withhold food and give glucose and probiotics, then small frequent feeds of softened kibble. If frequent with fever, hunched pain, or lethargy, see a vet for a diagnosis first.
Is it dangerous if a cat hasn’t given birth after 70 days?
Yes — a cat's pregnancy is 58–65 days, so 70+ days without labor is dangerous and may mean dystocia or dead fetuses. See a vet to check fetal heartbeat; a C-section may be urgent.
What eye drops for inflamed cat eyes?
The right eye drop depends on the cause. Ordinary conjunctivitis responds to levofloxacin or neomycin drops; keratitis or ulcers need cornea-repair drops. See a vet for a precise diagnosis.
Why shouldn’t you keep a stray cat you found?
Stray cats may carry parasites and infectious diseases that can spread to humans, and tend to be wary and aggressive. Many are used to the wild and may become depressed if confined. If the cat is friendly, quarantine and vet-check it first, then deworm and vaccinate before free roaming.
How to tell if a cat has ringworm?
Signs include itchy skin, hair loss, and dandruff; you may feel hard bumps. A Wood's lamp showing fluorescent green indicates fungal infection. Isolate the cat and treat with antifungal medication; see a vet.
How many times a day does a cat poop?
A cat normally defecates 2–3 times a day, depending on diet. Healthy stools are firm, formed, and brown; loose or frequent stools may signal gut trouble needing probiotics or a vet visit.