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My cat was spayed a week ago and today the wound looks a bit strange
A female cat's spay incision usually heals in 7-10 days. Without inflammation or pus, disinfect with iodine and observe; with redness, pus, or discharge, seek veterinary debridement and re-suturing.
My male cat licked itself raw from heat, will not eat, lost weight, and now urinates often with little output – what should I do?
Frequent, scanty urination in a male cat points to a urinary/reproductive problem common in males because of their narrow urethra. See a vet soon to avoid blockage or worse.
My pregnant cat has a runny nose, occasional sneezes and reddish-brown eye discharge – what medicine?
A pregnant cat needs careful medication to protect the kittens. For mild rhinotracheitis, use vet-approved supplements and lysine to boost immunity; for severe signs, see a vet promptly.
My cat has very thin fur just below the ear, almost showing skin with a mark like a birthmark – is that normal?
The thin fur between a cat's ear and eye is usually normal; that area holds scent glands (periauricular glands) used for marking. Watch for color change or itch, which would need a vet check.
My cat’s belly is very large but appetite and spirits are normal; stools are a bit loose and hind legs feel weak
A large belly may be pregnancy, ascites, or an abdominal tumor. Gradual enlargement in a female cat suggests pregnancy, while rapid swelling suggests ascites such as FIP. An imaging exam at the vet is recommended.
Why does my cat have crusts on its skin?
A few crusts with darkened skin may come from a healing wound or a fungal infection like ringworm. Prevent scratching of wound crusts; for infection-caused crusts, see a vet for diagnosis and treatment.
A soft lump appeared on the left side of the cat’s head and it is oozing pinkish pus; the cat may be pregnant
When a cat has a soft head lump already oozing pus-like fluid, rinse it with saline and clip the fur to expose the abscess. Use hydrogen peroxide and antibiotic ointment for shallow abscesses, and seek veterinary care for deep or large ones.
My cat vomits undigested kibble, eats only canned food and drinks, is lethargic and sits in a loaf – why?
Those signs may mean gastroenteritis, FIP, panleukopenia, liver disease or hairballs; causes differ, so see a vet early. FIP and panleukopenia are dangerous, so act fast.
My cat suddenly developed a small red, scaly skin patch today – what is it?
A small red, scaly patch may come from scratching or a fungal infection. Clean it with saline and disinfect with alcohol; if it persists or spreads, get a skin scraping at the vet.
My cat fell from the fifth floor; its leg is broken and it cannot see – what now?
A fall with a broken leg and blindness needs a full vet check; the leg needs internal or external fixation to avoid lifelong disability, and the blindness may be nerve compression. Hidden internal injuries are possible.