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My kitten’s voice is hoarse with mild sneezing after a vet visit where it was healthy – did it catch something?
Hoarseness and sneezing are usually from irritation or respiratory infection. Check for nasal foreign objects and ventilate; use cold medicine if it worsens.
My cat suddenly can’t urinate – straining with little output for over half a day – what should I do?
Frequent, unproductive straining indicates urinary blockage, an emergency that can burst the bladder or cause kidney failure. Seek immediate veterinary catheterization.
My cat has been tearing and blinking a lot since I asked in February – is it serious?
Based on the photo, your cat likely has a chalazion from inflammation or third-eyelid hyperplasia. Use anti-inflammatory eye drops, or seek surgery if it is the third eyelid.
My cat’s pupil is white and non-reflective but still constricts normally – what could it be?
A whitened feline eye can be caused by cataracts, keratitis, uveitis, or other internal disease; uveitis is most likely here. Use antibiotic eye drops for two days and monitor.
Why is my cat not eating, not drinking, and just lying down?
Not eating/drinking and lying down means a health problem; many causes need a vet check. Mental issues like depression or anxiety can also cause it. Try to rouse it; if still dull, see a vet.
I suspect my cat is pregnant—she was a stray I adopted, hasn’t gone out in over a month, belly and nipples growing daily and now large; I’m a first-time owner and unsure of dates or how to prepare
Cat pregnancy is 63-68 days; by your story she is likely late-term with swollen breasts, some milk, weight gain, big belly. Confirm with a vet B-ultrasound for pregnancy, fetus count/size/placenta, and prepare a nesting box.
My cat keeps wanting to vomit and now has a bit of a cough
Frequent retching can be hairballs, gastroenteritis, indigestion, or stress. Give hairball paste and cat grass; for stress, soothe and give probiotics. If it persists, see a vet.
My cat was tied by a string for an unknown time; we returned after two days, freed it, and one leg’s paw pad is black, swollen, can’t walk, only drags; still the same next morning—is the leg necrotic?
The leg is likely necrotic. See a vet to check for recovery; if necrotic, amputation depends on severity. Severe necrosis without amputation can infect and threaten life.
My cat just gave birth today, is tearing up, has stuff around the nose, and sneezes like it can’t breathe
A new mother with tearing and odd breathing may have a respiratory or cardio-pulmonary issue. See a vet to confirm; also ask whether she can keep nursing the kittens, and if not, hand-rear them.
My cat was motionless and crying, now motionless and silent, limp when picked up, eyes open and mouth open
Motionless limpness can come from poor nutrition, anemia, low blood sugar, dehydration, poisoning, or nerve/brain issues. See a vet at once; the worsening state is urgent and life-threatening without prompt care.