Basal cell tumors in cats are the most common type of skin tumor that occurs in cats. In this article you’ll learn why they occur, how to potentially recognize one, and how they’re treated. What...
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a common type of cancer affecting the skin and mouth of cats. In this article, we’ll cover both oral and cutaneous (skin) SCC including how to recognize it as soon...
A cleft palate is a potentially serious medical condition in young cats and kittens. Understanding how to recognize it as early as possible is crucial to a successful outcome. In this article, you’ll learn what...
Papillomas, also referred to as “warts” are small lumpy, nodular, or even hairy looking growths that most often occur on the skin or in/around the mouth. While they are rare in cats, that also means...
A dental abscess, or tooth root abscess, is an infection that occurs at the very base, or root of a tooth. This is a painful condition that requires veterinary care. This article will explain how...
Pandora Syndrome is a complex disorder associated with stress and anxiety in cats. It commonly involves inappropriate urinary behavior but may include many other signs and symptoms too. In this article, we’ll review where the...
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in cats is fortunately less common than it is in dogs but can be just as serious and painful a condition when it occurs. In this article, you’ll learn what IVDD...
Liver flukes are a type of worm-like parasite that can cause liver and bile duct infections in many animals, including cats. In this article, you’ll learn about the most common types of flukes that can...
An outbreak of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (H5N1) in dairy cattle occurred in the U.S. in March 2024. Since then, multiple smaller outbreaks in cats have been reported, including both indoor pet cats...
A broken jaw can be a common injury in cats. This often occurs due to trauma, like if your cat falls from a height or is hit by a car. But it can also be...
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common heart condition seen in cats. It causes abnormal thickening of the heart wall, making it harder for the heart to pump blood around your cat’s body. Most cats...
Lung diseases are common in cats and will often cause wheezing, coughing, and sometimes serious breathing difficulties. The most common lung condition in cats that I see as a veterinarian is feline asthma, which usually...
