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What should I do if my cat will not stop vomiting?
Persistent vomiting has many causes, including food poisoning, acute gastroenteritis, parasite infection, and hairballs. First withhold food and water to ease the stomach and observe. If it improves, give pet probiotics. If it continues or other signs appear, see a vet.
My cat is vomiting yellow fluid, listless, and has no appetite.
Yellow vomit has many causes, including gastritis, blockage, indigestion, pancreatitis, nephritis, liver or gallbladder disease, and poisoning. Get an abdominal ultrasound, blood, and fecal tests. If a vet is inconvenient, fast 6 to 8 hours; if vomiting stops, give amoxicillin-clavulanate and cimetidine plus probiotics. Give glucose electrolyte water during fasting to prevent dehydration.
My cat has two bald patches showing skin and its long hair mats easily.
Hair loss has many causes, including fungal, nutritional, stress-related, and mite infection. See a vet to confirm the cause and treat accordingly. For nutrient deficiency, supplement; for fungal infection, use antifungal medication and boost skin resistance.
My cat suddenly cannot stand on its hind legs, throws its head back, front legs stiff, cries, and trembles; blood test positive for panleukopenia with a slight heart issue.
If panleukopenia is confirmed, follow the vet's treatment actively; the cat's condition is serious. Treatment includes specific care, such as anti-virus serum and interferon, and supportive care. If the heart is also affected, address it accordingly.
My cat has a scabbed spot on its head I removed, and now a dark crusty patch by the eye that looks removable; what could it be?
From the photo, the cat's symptoms are likely from medication irritation and damaged hair follicles. A fungal infection, if untreated, can later cause keratinization and pigmentation. Some medications can also trigger this. Take the cat to a vet for diagnosis and targeted treatment.
Why does a cat develop bladder stones?
Cat bladder stones can be caused by various factors, including long-term insufficient water intake, excessive salt consumption, an unbalanced calcium-to-phosphorus ratio in the diet, and vitamin deficiency. Cats do not like to drink much, so prolonged low water intake easily concentrates the urine and forms stones. If bladder stones are diagnosed, treatment should follow the veterinarian's advice.
My cat with cat flu cannot stand
Cat flu with inability to stand may be fever and low blood sugar; give a little glucose and urgent IV fluids to avoid dehydration. Isolate it (cat flu is contagious) and disinfect; lysine boosts immunity.
My 1-month cat has a huge belly, is thinning, and has yellow eye pus
A swollen belly with weight loss and poor appetite suggests ascites from heart, liver, or FIP. With yellow eye pus, FIP is likely; confirming needs 441 or 376 specific drugs.
My free-roaming cat got a wound; could it be infected or ringworm?
The photo shows a wound infection, likely from a fight or sharp object. Shave and clean the area, then disinfect and apply antibiotic; large wounds need stitches.
My Cat Has Loose Stools and Has Vomited a Few Times
Loose stools and vomiting yellow fluid can come from indigestion, foreign objects, hairballs, parasites, or viruses. If energy and appetite are good, fast briefly and give probiotics; check the food. If no relief, see a vet.