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What Are the Symptoms of Feline Panleukopenia (Cat Plague)?
Symptoms include repeated fever, frequent vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and loss of appetite. Later, the cat may stop eating, pass blood in stool, and vomit foam; prolonged vomiting and dehydration make it weak and unsteady, and without treatment it can die within days. It's highly fatal—vaccinate with the FVRCP shot early.
How Can You Tell If a Cat Has Eye Worm (Thelazia)?
An infected cat develops red, inflamed eyelids and eyeballs with itching, so it rubs its eyes and face often and produces more tears and discharge. These are the main signs, but confirming infection requires a vet exam—the worms are tiny and hard to see by eye.
Why Is My Cat Restless
Restlessness can signal heat, false pregnancy or impending labor, stress, fear, poisoning, pain, or itch. Watch for other signs like bleeding, diarrhea, or soreness; if it persists and the cause is unclear, see a vet.
What causes blood in a cat’s urine?
Blood in cat urine has many causes — urinary stones, urinary tract infections, and trauma are common. Stones irritate the tract lining and cause bleeding; infections like urethritis or cystitis add pus. This is serious and needs prompt veterinary testing.
What should I do if my cat’s nails are cracked or split?
Cracked or split nails need prompt trimming and some nutritional support. The cause may be poor nutrition, overgrown nails, or dry paws, all preventable with regular care. If the problem persists or other symptoms appear, it could signal ringworm or a skin infection, so see a vet.
What are the symptoms of a fever in cats?
A feverish cat often shows chills, refusal to be touched, poor appetite, lethargy, shivering, a hot body, and faster breathing. Measure with a pet thermometer; above 39°C means fever. Use physical cooling and see a vet if it persists.
How can I tell if my cat has a fever without a thermometer?
Without a thermometer, feel your cat's ear flaps and groin; when feverish these areas feel hot rather than just warm. Cooling measures help, but persistent or repeated fever needs a vet.
Causes and Treatment of Low Potassium (Hypokalemia) in Cats
Feline hypokalemia (low potassium) comes from poor diet, kidney dysfunction, or digestive disease (malabsorption, diarrhea), and shows as weakness, low appetite, weight loss, vomiting, and irregular heartbeat. Treat with vet-guided potassium supplements (oral chloride/gluconate or IV) plus fixing the underlying cause—never overdose, as excess potassium risks the heart.
How to check a cat for FIP (feline infectious peritonitis) at home?
Common FIP signs include a swollen belly, lethargy, reduced appetite, sleepiness, and rapid breathing. Watch for these to make a preliminary judgment; kittens with diarrhea and abdominal swelling are likely infected. Confirm with a vet via bloodwork and imaging.
How to Quickly Treat a Cat With Urinary Blockage
Feline urinary blockage is an emergency—caused by urethral stones, urethritis, enlarged prostate, tumors, or stress-induced cystitis—where urine can't pass and the bladder over-distends. Get to a vet fast for IV fluids, catheterization (or bladder tapping), urine tests, and possibly surgery or meds; prevent it with plenty of water, a calm home, and neutering males.