Causes and Prevention of Liver Disease in Cats

The liver is the body's largest metabolic and digestive organ, and in cats it is closely tied to the blood, digestion, tendons, and eyesight. Liver disease can arise from nutritional or endocrine disorders, infections, or poisons such as arsenic, mercury, chloroform, and aflatoxin. Early signs are usually digestive, like vomiting, poor appetite, and pale stools, while later stages bring muscle tremors and weakness. Management focuses on the right balance of energy, protein, fat, and carbohydrates, plenty of vitamins, and a light, easily digested diet or a prescription liver formula to support recovery.