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Cat won’t eat or drink, low energy, foams at mouth – gastroenteritis? How to treat?
Foaming, not eating, low energy isn't only gastroenteritis; also parasites, poisoning, pancreatitis, gastritis, panleukopenia, liver/kidney damage. Take to a vet; keep diet and environment clean.
Cat caught in door, hind leg can’t move, can’t walk – what to do?
Door injuries can be severe. If swollen and weak, check for wounds and fractures. Mild cases: rest 48h, cold compress, oral anti-inflammatory painkiller. If still can't walk, likely bone - X-ray at vet.
Can I force-feed a cat with feline rhinotracheitis that won’t eat?
Cats with rhinotracheitis lose appetite, but nutrition is essential for recovery, so force-feeding may be needed via syringe with slurry or paste. If it refuses to swallow, take it to the vet for fluids.
A bald patch appeared on the belly about a week ago; I thought it was summer shedding. Then small red spots showed up and the cat keeps licking and biting. After a work trip the rash spread and licking increased.
Red spots on a cat's belly usually point to a skin condition causing redness, itch, scaling, and hair loss. A skin scraping at the vet is needed to confirm the cause. Keep the environment clean and dry and feed a balanced diet.
My cat’s hind leg was bitten a couple days ago; now the whole leg is swollen, can’t move, walks on three legs, and I just saw white pus.
A swollen, pus-discharging hind leg needs prompt wound cleaning and drainage, or the infection may spread and damage tissue or nerves. Take the cat to a vet for a thorough exam and proper treatment. If a clinic isn't immediately available, rinse with saline and give oral antibiotics.
How can I tell if my cat has a fever?
A temperature above 39.5 C indicates fever, along with low energy, hiding, and rapid breathing. See a vet, or use pet fever reducers and cooling at home if a visit isn't possible.
My cat was fine at the groomer until it fought a stray, then became stressed and now resists bathing
A stressed cat may turn aggressive but usually recovers over time depending on the fright and temperament. Check for fight wounds and treat them; a pet calming spray helps. Recovery may take 15–30 days, though some latent aggression can remain.
My Cat with Cat Flu Has a Blocked Nose – What Should I Do?
Nasal congestion in cat flu is usually from secretions. Rinse with a nasal wash, then use an anti-inflammatory nose drop or spray. If severe, seek veterinary nebulization. Keep air flowing and the environment clean.
Can a Cat Infected with Herpesvirus Be Cured?
With timely treatment it can be cured, but the cat carries the virus for life and may relapse if resistance drops. Prompt treatment matters - antivirals, antibiotics, lysine; severe cases need interferon injections at a vet.
My cat has yellow eye discharge, red eyes that won’t open, and keeps sneezing
Symptoms like excessive eye discharge, eyes that won't open, and sneezing may be caused by a cold or feline rhinotracheitis. The two conditions have similar symptoms and must be distinguished.