Abscesses in
Cats
Abscesses are a common problem in cats who are allowed to roam, they
are usually the result of cat fights. Find out the symptoms &
treatment of abscesses. |
Acute Kidney Failure in Cats
Acute renal failure in
Cats is a life threatening situation. Find out what causes it, how
to recognise signs of acute renal failure & how it is managed. |
Acute
Metritis in Cats
Acute
metritis is a life threatening inflammation & infection of the
postpartum uterus. This article covers the causes, symptoms, diagnosis
& treatment of acute metritis in cats. |
Addison's Disease in Cats
Also known as 'hypoadrenocortism',
Addison's Disease is rare endocrine disorder caused by a
deficiency of corticosteroids. Find out the symptoms,
diagnosis & treatment of Addison's disease in cats. |
Allergies in Cats
Allergies are a common
cause of itching & scratching in cats. There are 4 main causes. Find
out what these are, the symptoms, diagnosis & treatment of allergies
in cats. |
Anemia in Cats
Anemia is caused by a
reduction in red blood cells. Find out the causes, symptoms &
treatment of feline anemia.
|
Anorexia in
Cats
A look at
anorexia (loss of appetite) in cats including some of the possible causes, how it
is diagnosed & treated. |
Aspirin
Poisoning in Cats
Aspirin poisoning in
cats is a serious & life threatening emergency. Find out what the
signs of aspirin toxicity is & how it is treated. |
Bad Breath
in Cats
Bad
breath in cats has many causes. Most often caused by dental
problems, but sometimes it can be a sign of an underlying medical
problem. |
Birth in Cats
A look at parturition
(labour) in cats including signs of labour, what items you should
have on hand & the birthing process. |
Bordetella in Cats
An indepth look at
Bordetella in cats. Symptoms, diagnosis & treatment of feline
bordetella.
|
Capillary Refill Time
Capillary refill time
is a quick test to determine blood flow to tissue. Find out how to
do this & what is the normal rate in cats. |
Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation in Cats (CPR)
How to perform
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in cats. |
Caring
for your Cat's Ears
Regularly checking
your cat's ears is an important part of their grooming schedule.
This article explains what to look for & how to clean your cat's
ears. |
Cat Flu
What is cat flu, what
causes it, how is it treated & can it be prevented? All your
questions answered in this in depth look at cat flu. |
Chlamydiosis
Feline Chlamydiosis - Find out the causes, symptoms & treatment of chlamydiosis in cats. |
Cheyletiellosis (walking dandruff) in Cats
Cheyletiellosis; Symptoms,
diagnosis & treatment. |
Chiggers in Cats
Chiggers are
the larvae of the Trombiculid mite. They cause itching &
sores on the cat. Find out all about chiggers in this
article. |
Cholangiohepatitis In Cats
Cholangitis/cholangiohepatitis complex is a number of related
inflammatory & or infectious disorders of the liver and/or the
biliary tract. Find out the causes, symptoms & treatment of this
condition. |
Coccidiosis
in Cats
Coccidiosis is a common parasitic infection in cats which results in diarrhoea. Find out the causes, treatment & prevention of Coccidiosis in cats. |
Colitis in Cats
Colitis is the inflammation of the lining of the colon (large
intestine). Find out the causes, symptoms, diagnosis &
treatment of colitis in cats. |
Common Dental Problems in Cats
A look at common dental
problems in cats including gum disease, gingivitis, FORL &
more. |
Common Household Products Which Are Poisonous to Cats
Many household
products are poisonous to cats. This list covers some of the
more common ones. |
Conjunctivitis in Cats
A look at conjunctivitis in cats,
what causes it, how it is diagnosed & how is it treated. |
Contact Allergies in Cats
Contact
dermatitis is a relatively uncommon cause of dermatitis in
cats either caused by an allergic reaction to a substance or
exposure to a substance which causes irritation. |
Constipation in Cats
Constipation in
cats is an uncomfortable condition in which the cat struggles
to defecate. Find out what causes it, how it is diagnosed &
treated. |
Cryptococcosis in Cats
Cryptococcosis is a common infection caused by the
yeast-like fungus Cryptococcus neoformans. |
Cryptosporidium in Cats
Cryptosporidium is a cause of
diarrhea in cats. Find out how it is diagnosed & treated. |
Dehydration In Cats
Dehydration in cats is
a serious medical condition. Find out what causes dehydration, how
to check for dehydration & how it is treated. |
Dental Care in Cats
A look at the
importance of proper dental care & how to spot signs of dental
disease in your cat. |
Desexing
Your Cat
Reasons
why you SHOULD desex your cat. This page highlights the health
reasons why it is important you desex your cat. |
Diarrhea in Cats
Diarrhoea in cats has
many possible causes. Find out what these causes are, how they are
diagnosed & treated. |
Diaphragmatic Hernia in Cats
A diaphragmatic hernia (DH) is a defect or tear in
the diaphragm, which in turn allows the abdominal contents
such as the liver or intestines to enter the chest cavity. |
Ear
Hematomas in Cats
A look at ear hematomas in cats. What
they are, how they are caused & what the treatment will be. |
Dystocia in Cats
Dystocia (also known as
difficult birth) has many causes. These may be fetal or
maternal. Find out the signs, diagnosis & treatment of
dystocia in cats.
|
|
|
Ear
Mites In Cats
Ear Mites In Cats: Causes, symptoms, treatment & prevention of Feline Ear Mites.
|
Eclampsia (milk fever) in Cats
Eclampsia is a serious, life threatening
condition which occurs in late pregnancy or birth as a
result of blood calcium levels becoming dangerously
depleted. |
Endodontic Disease in Cats
Endodontic disease refers to any
inflammation of the dental pulp, known as pulpitis. Pulpitis can be
reversible or irreversible. |
Ethylene Glycol Toxicosis in Cats
Ethylene glycol
is an extremely toxic substance to cats. Find out the
symptoms, diagnosis & treatment of ethylene glycol poisoning
in cats. |
Fading Kitten Syndrome
Kittens,
especially very young kittens in the first two weeks of life are very vulnerable. Kittens can
fade & die extremely quickly, so it is always important for the
carer to keep a close eye on the kittens & how they are
thriving. |
Feline Acne
Feline acne is a
common skin disorder of cats. Find out what causes acne, the signs
of acne & how to treat it. |
Feline Acquired Symmetrical Alopecia
Formerly known as 'Feline Endocrine
Alopecia', this condition is a rare symmetrical thinning of the coat.
The cause is unknown, but it is believed to be hormonal. |
Feline Asthma
Also known as
bronchial asthma, feline asthma is a potentially life
threatening disorder. Find out the triggers, symptoms &
treatment of asthma in cats. |
Feline
Calicivirus
Feline Calicivirus (FCV) is a common cause of 'cat flu'. Find out the causes, treatment & prevention of Feline Calicivirus. |
Feline Diabetes
Feline
diabetes (diabetes mellitus). Causes, symptoms, risks &
treatment of diabetes in cats. |
Feline Herpesvirus
An
indepth look at Feline Herpesvirus (also known as Feline
Rhinotracheitis). Causes, Symptoms & treatment of herpes in
cats.
|
Feline
Hyperthyroidism
Feline Hyperthyroidism (thyrotoxicosis) is the most common endocrine disorder in cats. Find out the causes, symptoms & treatment of this disease. |
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus
Feline
Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is an infectious disease caused by a
retrovirus. Find out how this disease is transmitted, symptoms & how
cats with FIV are managed. |
Feline Leukemia Virus
An indepth look at
Feline Leukemia Virus in Cats. Causes, Transmission & Treatment of
FeLV in cats |
Feline
Miliary Dermatitis
Feline miliary
dermatitis is a common skin disorder characterised by numerous
crusty bumps on the skin. Find out the causes, symptoms & treatment
of this condition. |
Feline
Panleukopenia
Feline panleukopenia (also known as feline distemper) is a serious & life threatening disease. Find out the causes, treatment & prevention of Feline
Panleukopenia. |
Feline
Urinary Tract Infections
Feline
UTI's . Information on Urinary Tract Infections in Cats. |
Feline
Zoonoses
Feline Zoonoses. This article discusses bacterial infections which can be transmitted from cat to man. |
Fever in Cats
Find out what causes
fevers in cats, what the symptoms are & how fevers are treated. |
First Aid Kit For Cats
How to stock
your cat's first aid kit so you are prepared in the event of
an emergency. |
Flea
Allergy Dermatitis
An indepth look at flea allergy dermatitis in cats. How to spot, treat & prevent FAD.
|
Fleas & Cats
Fleas
& Cats - Detailed description on signs, causes, treatment &
prevention of fleas in cats. |
Food Allergies in Cats
Find out what
causes food allergies in cats, how it is diagnosed & what
treatment options are available. |
Food
Intolerances in Cats
Food
intolerances differ from food allergies in that they are a non
immune reaction from the body to a food. |
FLUTD
FLUTD (formerly known as FUS) is group of symptoms affecting the cat's lower urinary system bladder. Find out the causes, signs & treatment of FLUTD in cats.
|
Frequent urination in Cats
A look at the
causes of frequent urination in cats. |
Giardiasis in Cats
An in depth look
at giardiasis. Causes, Symptoms & treatment of Giardia in
cats. |
Glomerulonephritis in Cats
Glomerulonephritis is an immune-mediated
disease that involves inflammation of the glomeruli (filtering units
of the kidneys). Find out the
causes, symptoms & treatment of GN in cats. |
Haemobartonellosis
Haemobartonellosis (also known as Feline Infectious Anaemia) is caused by a parasite which attaches to the red blood cells, leading to anaemia. Find out the causes, the symptoms & the treatment of haemobartonellosis in cats.
|
Health
Insurance for Your Cat
Does
your cat need pet health insurance? Everything you need to know
about health insurance for your pet. |
|
Heartworm in Cats
A look at heartworms in cats. How cats
become infected, what the symptoms may be & treatment options.
|
Heatstroke in Cats
Heat stroke is a
medical emergency. Find out how to prevent heat stroke in
cats. |
Heimlich Maneuver in Cats
The Heimlich
Manoeuvre is used to help block an obstruction in a choking
cat. Find out how to perform this manoeuvre & possibly save
the life of your cat. |
Hepatic
Lipidosis
Feline Hepatic
Lipidosis (fatty liver disease) is a common & life threatening
condition in which the anorexic cat's liver becomes damaged. |
High
Blood Pressure (hypertension) in Cats
High blood pressure (hypertension) in cats is a serious condition. Find out the causes, symptoms & treatment. |
Histoplasmosis in Cats
Histoplasmosis is a disease caused by
the fungus Histoplasma capsulatum. This article covers the causes,
symptoms, diagnosis & treatment of histoplasmosis in cats. |
Hookworms
in Cats
An indepth look hookworms. Including causes, treatment & the health risk they pose to humans.
|
Household
Dangers
List
of common everyday products which pose a danger to cats. |
Household Toxins
A list of common household toxins which could harm or even
kill your cat. Included on the page is a list of plants which
are toxic & also non toxic plants. |
Hypercalcemia in Cats
Hypercalcemia is an abnormally high
level of calcium in the blood. Find out the causes, symptoms &
treatment of hypercalcemia in cats. |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Hypertrophic
cardiomyopathy is the most common heart disease seen in cats. Find
out the symptoms & treatment of this disease. |
Hypokalemia in Cats
Hypokalemia results from
depletion of potassium from the body & is usually associated
with kidney failure. Find out the symptoms, diagnosis &
treatment of hypokalemia in cats. |
Hypothermia in Cats
Hypothermia is caused
by a drop in body temperature. Find out the causes, symptoms &
treatment of hypothermia in cats. |
Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia
A look at Immune
Mediated Hemolytic Anemia. What causes this disease, what are the
symptoms & how it is treated. |
Inappropriate
Urination in Cats
Inappropriate Urination
in Cats is a major cause of stress to owners. Find out what causes
this & how to stop it. |
Ketoacidosis in Cats
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
is a life threatening complication of uncontrolled diabetes.
Find out what causes it, the symptoms, diagnosis & treatment of
diabetic ketoacidosis. |
|
Kidney Disease in Cats
Kidney Disease
(Acute & Chronic Renal Failure) in Cats is a common disease.
Find out what causes it, how to recognise signs of kidney
disease & how it is managed.
|
Lead Poisoning in Cats
A look at lead poisoning in cats.
Causes, symptoms, diagnosis & treatment. |
Liver Disease in Cats
A look at common
causes of liver disease in cats. Causes, symptoms, diagnosis &
treatment of liver disease in cats |
Lymphosarcoma in Cats
Also
known as lymphoma, lymphosarcoma is a cancer of the
lymphatic system. Find out the symptoms, diagnosis &
treatment of lymphosarcoma in cats. |
|
|
Nasopharyngeal & Nasal Polyps in Cats
Nasopharyngeal & nasal polyps
are benign growths that arise from the mucous membranes of
the nose (nasal) or the base of the eustachian tube. Find
out the signs, diagnosis & treatment of polyps in cats. |
Mammary Gland Tumours in Cats
Mammary gland tumour is the
third most common cancer in cats. Find out the symptoms,
diagnosis & treatment. |
Mastitis In Cats
Mastitis
(inflammation of the mammary gland) is a serious condition
affecting lactating queens. Find out the causes, symptoms & treatment of mastitis in cats. |
Neonatal
Isoerythrolysis
Neonatal
isoerythrolysis occurs when a kitten is born with type A blood
is born to a queen with type B blood. Find out the causes,
symptoms & prevention of neolnatal isoerythrolysis in cats. |
Notoedric
Mange (Feline Scabies)
Notoedric
mange is caused by a spider like external parasite which
causes significant discomfort to the cat. Find out the causes,
treatment & prevention of notoedric mange in cats.
|
Otitis Externa in Cats
Otitis externa in cats is a
painful condition. Find out the causes, symptoms & how it is
treated. |
Osteoarthritis in Cats
Osteoarthritis in cats is a painful condition. Find out what causes
it & how it can be treated.
|
Paralysis Ticks
An
extensive article on the dangers of paralysis ticks on cats. |
Parasites
in Cats
How to
Keep Your Cat Free from Diseases with This Quick Guide to Cat
Parasites.
|
|
Periodontal Disease in Cats
Periodontal disease is a serious disease of the teeth & gums.
Find out how cats acquire it & how it is managed.
|
Polycystic Kidney Disease
An in depth look
at polycystic kidney disease (PKD) in cats.
|
Portosystemic Shunts
Also known as
liver shunt, portosystemic shunt is caused by an abnormal
development of the blood vessels draining the gastrointestinal
tract. Find out the causes, symptoms & treatment of PSS. |
Post Natal Care For Cats
Tips on how to care for the mother cat &
ensure she remains healthy & well. |
Post Natal Complications
in Cats
A look at
some of the common post natal complications your cat may
experience.
|
Pyometra
Pyometra in
cats is an infection of the uterus. What causes it, what are
the symptoms & how is it treated?
|
Pyrethrin & Pyrethroid Poisoning in Cats
Pyrethrin & Pyrethroid
poisoning are commonly seen in cats. Find out the causes, symptoms &
treatment of poisoning & how to avoid this happening to your cat. |
Raising Orphaned Kittens
Raising orphaned
kittens is a challenging job, but very rewarding. How to
successfully hand raise a kitten. Including bottle feeding, weaning
& care for the orphaned kitten. |
Raising Premature Kittens
Read a
cat breeder's experience with raising a litter of premature kittens. |
Retained Baby Teeth
Just like
humans, cats have two sets of teeth. The deciduous (baby)
teeth, followed by the adult teeth. Sometimes the baby teeth
don't fall out. Find out how this is treated. |
Reverse Sneezing
A look at
reverse sneezing in cats. |
Ringworm in Cats
Ringworm is the
leading cause of skin disease in cats. Learn how to spot,
control & prevent ringworm in cats. |
Roundworm in Cats
An in depth
look roundworms. Including causes, treatment & the health risk
they pose to humans. |
Salmonellosis in Cats
A look at
salmonella in cats. Causes, symptoms & treatment of
salmonellosis. |
Shock
in Cats
Shock is an
emergency requiring prompt action in order to save your cat's
life. What causes shock, what are the symptoms & how is it
treated? |
Signs of Sickness in Cats
Signs of
sickness in cats including physical, behavioural & general
indicators your cat may be sick & how to check for signs of
illness & what they could be. |
Skin Scaping Test
A look at the
skin scraping test. What it is, how it is performed & what it
reveals. |
Snail Bait
Poisoning in Cats
Snail bait is
extremely poisonous to cats & can result in death. Find out
the symptoms & treatment of snail bait poisoning in cats. |
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Squamous cell
carcinoma is a common cancer found in cats often caused by
excessive exposure to the sun. |
Steatitis (Yellow Fat Disease)
Yellow fat disease
is a condition most often brought about by the over consumption of
tuna in a cat's diet. What causes it, what are the symptoms & how is
it treated? |
Stomatitis in Cats
Stomatitis in
cats is a painful condition in which the soft tissues of the
mouth become inflamed & ulcerated. |
Stud
Tail in Cats
Causes, Symptoms
& Treatment of Feline Stud Tail |
Sunburn in Cats
Sunburn in cats
is most commonly seen in cats with white ears & noses. Long
term sunburn can develop into
squamous cell carcinoma
(cancer). Find out how to spot the signs of sunburn & how it
is prevented. |
Tapeworm in Cats
Tapeworms are a
common parasitic infection in cats. Find out the causes, signs
& treatment of tapeworms in cats. |
Thiamine Deficiency in Cats
A look at thiamine deficiency in cats,
what are the symptoms of thiamine deficiency & how is it treated? |
Threadworms in Cats
Threadworms (Strongyloides)
are small worms which live in the intestine. They are around
1/8 to 1/5 of an inch long. |
Tick alert!
Ticks can cause paralysis &
kill. Now is the time to be extra diligent.
Find out more... |
Toxoplasmosis
Find out the
signs, symptoms and treatment of toxoplasmosis in cats. How to
avoid human infection of this parasite. |
|
Urolithiasis in Cats
Urolithiasis in cats can be a life
threatening condition. Find out what causes it, what the symptoms are,
how it is diagnosed & treated. |
Uveitis in Cats
Uveitis is a serious eye disorder with
many possible causes. |
Vaginitis in Cats
Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina. It is commonly
seen in young cats. Find out the causes, symptoms, diagnosis &
treatment of vaginitis in cats. |
Veterinary Checks
The importance
of annual vet checks cannot be over emphasised. Find out why
these are so important. |
Vitamin A Toxicosis
Vitamin A
Toxicosis is the result of excess foods or supplements
containing vitamin a in your cat's diet. This leads to
hypervitaminosis A, a painful medical condition. |
Vitamin D Toxicosis
Vitamin D toxicosis in cats.
Causes, symptoms, diagnosis & treatment of hypervitaminosis
D. |
Vomiting in Cats
Vomiting in cats
has many causes. Find out what these are, how they are
diagnosed & treated. |
Weight
Reduction in Cats
Obesity in cats is of serious medical problem in cats. Find out how to
safely help your cat lose weight. |
When
Should You Take Your Cat To The Vet?
A list of signs & symptoms your pet may
display, what they could be & when you should seek
veterinary attention. |
|
